Christening
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SKU: RAF-BY0172
PRODUCT TYPE: Outfit
Fancy baptism complete 4 pieces outfit for your little boy from Rafael Collection. Vest , bow tie and hat included. Fancy design on with cross stitching throughout the organza vest. Perfect for that special event in his life.
SKU: RAF-BY017XS
PRODUCT TYPE: Outfit
Fancy baptism complete 4 pieces outfit for your baby boy from Rafael Collection. Vest , bow tie and hat included. Fancy design on with cross stitching throughout the organza vest. Perfect for that special event in his life.
SKU: LTMAL-WF235RNB
PRODUCT TYPE: Coverall
This gorgeous ultra soft cotton coverall is perfect for your little boy christening. It features short sleeves, short pants, matching hat and handsome windowpane trim for a masculine look. Made of 100% cotton interlock. Packaged with a beautiful padded hanger....
SKU: LTMAL-CKNIT1NB
PRODUCT TYPE: Coverall
This gorgeous ultra soft cotton coverall is perfect for your little boy christening or for his everyday look. Features long sleeves and rib pattern across the bodice. Made of 100% cotton interlock. Packaged with a beautiful padded hanger.
SKU: LTMAL-BJ01CSNB
PRODUCT TYPE: Coverall
Handsome short sleeve one piece boys christening coverall with pin tucking and button ornamented waistband. Includes matching hat. Poly cotton broad cloth. Preservation bag recommended for long term storage.
SKU: LTMAL-DP03GS03
PRODUCT TYPE: Dress
Beautiful 100% silk dupioni family special occasion christening gown from Little Things Mean A Lot. Features short sleeves with eloquent pin tucked bodice and embroidered cross above the hem. Includes matching bonnet and slip. This dress measure 26 inches in...
SKU: LTMAL-BJ05RSNB
PRODUCT TYPE: Romper
A precious baptism outfit for your baby boy. Simple yet handsome boys christening romper with pin tucking and buttons. Includes matching hat. Handmade in U.S.A. Polycotton broad cloth. Machine wash.
SKU: LTMAL-CB425G03
PRODUCT TYPE: Romper
Distinguished boys cotton christening outfit from Little Things Mean A Lot. It has a button off skirt, a romper with cuffed leg and sleeves underneath the skirt and a matching hat. Take the skirt off for use as an ?After...
SKU: LTMAL-CKBOYS03
PRODUCT TYPE: Sweater
Distinguished baby boys sweater from Little Things Mean A Lot perfect for christening or any special occasion. Made of 100% cotton satin acrylic knit, this sweater is exquisitely finished to provide a soft, comfortable and stylish fit. Shipped with padded...
SKU: LTMAL-DPB35103
PRODUCT TYPE: Outfit
Distinguished boys silk dupioni christening outfit from Little Things Mean A Lot. Includes a stylish belted vest which buttons in the back and captains style matching hat. Shipped with elegant padded hanger and a zippered vinyl bag. The silk fabric...
SKU: LTMAL-GBSH5103
PRODUCT TYPE: Outfit
Distinguished boys christening outfit from Little Things Mean A Lot. Features embroidered shamrock cluster on the bodice and an inverted pleat on each leg. Fabricated of the softest gabardine the simple styling provides luxurious comfort. Includes matching hat. Shipped with...
SKU: LTMAL-CKBS1S03
PRODUCT TYPE: Outfit
This 100% cotton knit one piece bodysuit is perfect for your little baby christening or for his or hers everyday look. Features short sleeves and snap closure. Machine washable, ships in a clear vinyl gift pouch.
SKU: LTMAL-GB501SNB
PRODUCT TYPE: Outfit
This gorgeous christening vested short sleeve coverall of the softest gabardine from Little Things Mean A Lot provides luxurious comfort for your little one. Includes matching hat. Shipped with an elegant padded hanger and zippered vinyl bag. Heirloom Preservation bag...
SKU: LTMAL-DP31RS03
PRODUCT TYPE: Romper
This gorgeous christening romper from Little Things Mean A Lot will make your baby boy look perfect on his big day. Made of 100% silk, it has a matching bonnet hat included. (Natural silk fabrics have slubs which are an...
SKU: LTMAL-PCTUX903
PRODUCT TYPE: Tuxedo
This gorgeous 5 piece tuxedo set from Little Things Mean A Lot is perfect for any special occasion. Features fully lined single breasted tail jacket with 6 front fabric covered buttons and 2 single fabric covered sleeve buttons, satin stripe...
SKU: LTMAL-CB938103
PRODUCT TYPE: Outfit
Gorgeous pin tucked, long sleeve, long pant coverall with hand smocked center front panel from Little Things Mean A Lot. Includes matching hat. Hand made in South America. Shipped with elegant padded hanger and zippered vinyl bag. Heirloom Preservation bag...
SKU: LTMAL-CKNITH03
PRODUCT TYPE: Hat
Adorable boys white cotton knit hat or bonnet from Little Things Mean A Lot. Long ribbon ties with ribbon detailing sewn into brim. 1 inch brim for a defining look. Elastic neckline for a better fit. High quality fabric. Durable...
SKU: LTMAL-CKNIT2NB
PRODUCT TYPE: Outfit
This is one of the most masculine yet baby looking boys two piece christening sets possible from Little Things Mean A Lot. Features knit V-neck sweater, built-in collar and matching knit pants. The 100% mercerized cotton knit is exquisitely finished...
SKU: LITO-CAMILA-WHT-0-3M
PRODUCT TYPE: Dress
A cute Camila dress from Baptism from Swea Pea & Lilli comes with a matching bonnet. The long gown comes with short puff sleeves, an elegant ribbon bow accenting the waist, floral embroidery and scalloped edge. comes in white shiny...
SKU: LITO-BONNIE-WHT-0-3M
PRODUCT TYPE: Dress
Pristine Christening Bonnie dress in pure white hue from Swea Pea & Lilli designer brand. Short sleeved embroidered tulle long gown with sequins comes in pure white for an elegant vibe. A matching hat is included. This ensemble will add...
SKU: RAF-BY13-WHT-2
PRODUCT TYPE: Suit
Classic cut formal suit with all the items required for any special occasion by Rafael Collection. The set includes: a white dress shirt with pin tuck front, a fully lined vest, an adjustable neck tie, a classic cut jacket and...
SKU: RAF-BY08-WHT-2
PRODUCT TYPE: Tuxedo
Classic tailed tuxedo suit with all the items required for any special occasion by Rafael Collection. The set includes: a white dress shirt, an adjustable satin cummerbund, an adjustable satin bow tie, a classic tailed tuxedo jacket and tuxedo pants....
SKU: RAF-BY08-WHT-S
PRODUCT TYPE: Tuxedo
Classic tailed tuxedo suit with all the items required for any special occasion by Rafael Collection. The set includes: a white dress shirt, an adjustable satin cummerbund, an adjustable satin bow tie, a classic tailed tuxedo jacket and tuxedo pants....
SKU: RAF-BY10-WHT-8
PRODUCT TYPE: Tuxedo
Classic cut tuxedo suit with all the items required for any special occasion by Rafael Collection. This set includes: a white dress shirt with pin tuck front, a fully lined satin vest, an adjustable satin bow tie, a classic cut...
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.
