Christening
Showing 601 products
SKU: SWKI-SK917-WH-8
PRODUCT TYPE: Dress
The perfect special occasion dress for your lovely girl from Sweet Kids. Features flower patch/pearl lace sleeve with satin, crystal tulle and pearl trim at waist. Comes in white with zipper closure and bow tie at the back.
SKU: RAINKIDS-400WHT3
PRODUCT TYPE: Dress
A beautiful embroidered white dress perfect for Christening for your little girl by Rain Kids. The spaghetti strap dress has an extravagant organza material, sparkly rhinestone embellishment and Virgin Mary embroidered on the skirt. The back of the skirt has...
SKU: RAINKIDS-399WHT3
PRODUCT TYPE: Dress
A beautiful embroidered dress perfect for Christening for your baby girl by Rain Kids. The white dress features short sleeves and is embellished with sparkly rhinestones and a removable brooch accent on the waist. A cross and Holy Spirit are...
SKU: RAINKIDS-400WHT0
PRODUCT TYPE: Dress
A beautiful embroidered white dress perfect for Christening for your baby girl by Rain Kids. The spaghetti strap dress has an extravagant organza material, sparkly rhinestone embellishment and Virgin Mary embroidered on the skirt. The back of the skirt has...
SKU: RAINKIDS-7735WHT-5
PRODUCT TYPE: Dress Shoes
A cute pair of shoes for your boy from Rain Kids. These lace up white, shiny shoes feature a holed design, stitched detail and a a glossy aspect. These shoes combine quality material with an elegant design.
SKU: RAINKIDS-358-WHT-2
PRODUCT TYPE: Dress
This Christening dress set from RainKids is sure to make her look great at her church ceremony event. 3 Piece set traditional long gown christening dress in white made of Shantung material with short puff sleeves and scallop hem. Intricate...
SKU: RAINKIDS-358-WHT-0
PRODUCT TYPE: Dress
This Christening dress set from RainKids is sure to make her look great at her church ceremony event. 3 Piece set traditional long gown christening dress in white made of Shantung material with short puff sleeves and scallop hem. Intricate...
SKU: LTMAL-OSC-KATE-3M
PRODUCT TYPE: Outfit
Presenting the Little Things Mean A Lot Baby Girls White Sash Lace Trim Kate Christening Gown, a stunning dress designed to make your little girl's special day even more memorable. This lovely baptism dress is crafted with care and features...
SKU: LTMAL-OSC-ROYAL-3M
PRODUCT TYPE: Outfit
Introducing the Little Things Mean A Lot Baby Girls Pearl White Satin Silk Royal Christening Gown Outfit, a truly regal ensemble that is sure to make your little princess feel like royalty on her special day. No detail is spared...
SKU: LTMAL-OSC-FAYE-NB
PRODUCT TYPE: Outfit
Introducing the Little Things Mean A Lot Baby Girls White Lace Detail Faye Christening Gown, the perfect attire for your little angel's special day. This beautiful dress is designed to make her look and feel her best, featuring intricate lace...
SKU: LTMAL-CA25GS03
PRODUCT TYPE: Dress
A precious baptism/special occasion cotton gown for your baby girl from Little Things Mean A Lot. Features triple tier lace skirt and ribbon trim and matching bonnet. Slip is sold separately. The christening gown measures 30 inches in length. 100%...
SKU: LTMAL-CO06GSSM
PRODUCT TYPE: Dress
A precious baptism/special occasion dress set for your baby girl from Little Things Mean A Lot. Features picot edged collar, hand embroidery, and vertical pin tucking on skirt. Adjustable sash and stretch in smocking enables this gown to fit several...
SKU: LTMAL-EGXB2
PRODUCT TYPE: Bib
Little Things Mean A Lot elegant Polycotton bib with puff silk screened cross. Edged with rayon Venice trim. Backed with polyester flannel. Hand Washable. Approximate size: 6.5? x 6.5?
SKU: LTMAL-CK04BK
PRODUCT TYPE: Blanket
Introducing our elegant Christening Blanket with Embroidered Cross and Stars, the perfect addition to your baby's special day. Made of ultra-soft, durable 100% cotton interlock, this blanket is not only gentle on your baby's delicate skin but also provides a...
SKU: LTMAL-ABRACE
PRODUCT TYPE: Bracelet
The perfect gift for the finishing touch to a Christening gown from Little Things Mean A Lot. This bracelet is tied at the wrist and may become part of a wedding bouquet or attached to a wedding garter in years...
SKU: LITO-LUCAS-WHT-0-3M
PRODUCT TYPE: Romper
A cute white Lucas Christening baptism romper set with short sleeves from Lito. The satin romper comes with a pique vest with two chest buttons, necktie and pleats and a matching bonnet hat included.
SKU: LITO-RANDALL-A-WHT-0-3M
PRODUCT TYPE: Outfit
A cute white Randall Christening baptism outfit set for your baby boy from Lito. Features a polyester plaid vest and comfortable cotton pants. It also includes a long sleeve shirt, a polyester plaid necktie and a matching hat. Made in...
SKU: LITO-CB900-0-3M
PRODUCT TYPE: Bonnet
Introducing the Lito Baby White Satin Lace Trim Christening Baptism Bonnet 0-18M, a delightful accessory designed for your precious little one's special moments. Crafted by Lito, this bonnet is the perfect complement to your baby's Christening ceremony, exuding elegance and...
SKU: LITO-CB901-0-3M
PRODUCT TYPE: Bonnet
Introducing the Lito Baby Girls White Trimmed Lace Christening Baptism Bonnet 0-18M, a charming accessory designed to add a touch of elegance to your sweet little one's Christening ceremony. Created by Lito, this bonnet features delicate lace with exquisite trim,...
SKU: LITO-OLIVIA-WHT-3-6M
PRODUCT TYPE: Dress
Introducing the Lito Baby Girls White Poly Cotton Jacquard Gathered Christening Dress Bonnet Set 3-18M, a delightful ensemble designed to make your sweet baby girl look absolutely adorable. Created by Lito, this dress is the perfect choice for her special...
SKU: LITO-CRYSTAL-WHT-0-3M
PRODUCT TYPE: Dress
Introducing the exquisite Lito Baby Girls White Satin Lace Trim Embroidered Organza Bonnet Crystal Baptism Dress 0-18M, the perfect choice for your baby girl's baptism ceremony. This dress, designed by Lito, embodies elegance and grace, ensuring your little one looks...
SKU: LITO-2210-L
PRODUCT TYPE: Dress
Introducing the exquisite Lito Baby Girls White Embroidered Organza Bonnet Christening Long Gown 12-18M, the perfect choice to make your sweet baby girl's special moment truly unforgettable. Created with care and attention to detail, this long gown embodies elegance and...
SKU: SWKI-SKB898-OW-S
PRODUCT TYPE: Dress
The perfect special occasion dress for your baby girl from Sweet Kids. Features cord and sequin embroidered lace with satin and crystal tulle. Comes in off white.
SKU: LTMAL-DP02BB
PRODUCT TYPE: Bib
Little Things Mean A Lot elegant hand embroidered bib with tiny beads. Hand made in South America. 100% silk dupioni (slightly off-white). Dry clean only. Shipped in vinyl bag. Approx. Size: 8? x 8?.
Many of you probably don’t know that Christening and Baptism are not the same. Let us explain more, before moving onto the clothes one will wear during such a ceremony. Christening is a rite performed mostly in the Catholic and Anglican churches. With this ceremony, the infant, or the child, is given a new name, his Christian name. A godparent is present and they will be the spiritual guides of the child throughout his life. Christening is one of the most important events in the life of a Christian child.
Christening is more than baptism, it involves reciting certain words, giving the baby a name, sprinkling holy water on the baby’s head, and therefore welcoming the new human into the Christian faith. This ceremony involving the child, the parents, and the godparents is the promise of leading a life where faith is involved. The god parents’ role is to guide and answer the questions the child will have about religion and faith.
Christening is more than a simple ceremony, it’s the acceptance of faith with whatever it entails. That is why christening dresses for both girls and boys are white and have a special meaning. Once the child receives the baptism, he or she is a Christian, pure and innocent, his clothing must also reflect that.
Short history of Christening clothing
In medieval times babies would not be wearing made dresses at baptism, but they were swaddled in white fabrics adorned with lace or ruffles or simple. This was a practice kept until somewhere in the 18th century when the fabric transformed into a dress.
Then, things changed a bit, once the 20th century arrived and the distinction between boys and girls were made. The clothes were more elaborate. The christening gown would have more frills and embellishments and at the end of the century boys and girls would wear clothes that revealed their gender.
Whether it’s a baby girl christening dress, a toddler christening dress, or a suit for an older baby boy, most of the time they are white or ivory. It is well known that this color symbolizes purity. We all know that some of the positive meanings this color convey are freshness and simplicity and it often represents a new beginning. It’s no wonder that christening dresses for infants are white.
At Sophia’s Style we know symbolistic plays a great part in such an important religious event, therefore we have gathered a collection of christening clothes that you can choose from.
Christening clothes for boys
Back in the day, when suits were something that only adult men would wear, infants and toddlers used to be baptized in a gown much like the dress a girl would wear. Sometimes that gown would be a family heirloom passed down from generation to generation. It’s not uncommon to want to make your own christening gown patterns from wedding dress, especially if that wedding dress was also in your family for a long time.
Nowadays, just infants and maybe toddler boys would wear such a christening gown. We have them paired with a special hat and also accessories like shoes, bibs, and socks. Most of the older boys getting baptized would like to wear something different. For them, we selected a collection of great-looking white suits and rompers that are comfortable and traditional looking. Preschoolers can also wear white trousers and shirts accessorized with suspenders, bows, and ties. The effect will be stunning.
Like at so many formal occasions, here too, the boys will need to be dressed to impress even if they are only guests. Therefore, most of our suits come in many colors besides white and they will look amazing on your little one. We have 5-piece tuxedos special christening suits and embroidered rompers for the little ones. The cut and the fabric of these clothes are the best quality because we want your little one to feel as comfortable as possible.
See here what our selection is and prepare to choose from several models whatever you like best.
Christening clothes for girls
When it comes to christening dresses for baby girls things are almost the same as for the boys. There are traditional-looking gowns, long and white, with adorable adornments. Silver embroidery on a white dress, with a special hat and a bib, will complete the christening outfit. Many of the baby christening dresses have a tulle cape and come with a delicate headband or a bonnet. See here what we selected for this age category.
Whenever you need to choose a dress for christening for an older girl, keep in mind they will need to be involved in the picking process. Present her with the options or, better yet, choose yourself first then narrow it down to just a few dresses. That way she will not feel overwhelmed. Here are our options of christening dresses for girls of all ages.
What we love about them is the delicate fabric and how they will transform the whole experience. Beautifully crafted, these dresses will make the day amazing and your little daughter feel at peace. The fabric is of great quality so, if kept in proper conditions, our dresses could be passed down to the next generation.
Older girls will need hair accessories as well as capes or outerwear, depending on the weather. Stockings and shoes will need to fit with the dress. A tulle dress with sleeves will benefit from a pair of ballerina shoes or Mary Janes, while a satin or taffeta dress will need some adorned shoes to make a statement.
Along with a beautiful white christening dress goes any accessory you can think of, so just browse through the categories on our website and see what you like.
Christening clothes for guests
Emotions are running wild on this day for the family and godparents, but they need to set their jitters aside and prepare as well. So, after buying the boys' or girls’ christening dress, after you make sure he or she has everything they need for this special day, don’t forget to take care of your attire too.
What do mother and father wear at a christening? What about the rest of the guests? Things are simple when it comes to dressing as a guest. The only rule you need to abide by is to keep it simple and demure. A knee-length dress with a modest neckline will do just fine at a christening. Another option can be a cocktail dress meant for a formal event, a suit with a skirt or pants, and even a flowy dress just like the one the baptized baby is wearing.
Men in the family would usually wear a suit or, if it’s summer and very hot, a shirt with pants.
