Your new baby girl is the most recent addition to a family line that runs down hundreds of generations and her christening is the most recent event in the history of your celebrations. Numerous parents celebrate the baby’s coming with aspects of traditional ceremonies. Some of these aspects are christening gifts, accessories but most importantly, an elegant christening dress.

Christening dresses represent a special memory which is a keepsake signifying an important occasion in your child’s life. Within different families, the dress can be a continuation of an ongoing tradition, or the beginning of a new tradition. The choice here will be based on your individual taste. However, the selection of the gown is influenced by several factors. They include:

Culture
Certain cultures integrate a hint of their heritage into their children’s christening dresses. There are some special Italian and Irish gowns. Celtic dresses can be made from Irish cotton or linen and may use gold trim for decoration. Girls usually have a more elaborate embroidery at the bottom part of their dresses.
Climate
If you are in a fairly warm climate, you do not want your baby to get overheated during the ceremony. If the weather is cool, you also do not want your baby to feel cold. Light fabrics and short sleeves are best for the warm and hot weather and long sleeves are best for a late autumn or winter. If you choose a skirt, it should have enough room to allow air to circulate around your baby.
Fit
A proper fit is very essential when looking for a baby’s gown. It must be able to freely move in the outfit. Since baby’s skin is sensitive, the material should be very soft and fit perfectly to avoid tears that could bruise the skin.

Trim details
Pay proper attention to the small details. The buttons should be sewed in properly, match the colour of the gown and be of the appropriate size. Ensure that the laces match in colour and do not cause irritation to the skin.
Colour
Traditional christening dresses are ivory and white. White is used to symbolise purity and innocence. However, in the modern world, the dresses are available in many other colours. You can use a dress with a hint of your favourite colour. Pale peach, baby pink and mint green are also acceptable in many religions.
Set budget
Understand your before before you go out shopping. There are many styles that suit all budgets. Some of the best deals are found on-line. These on-line shops also give you a convenient and stress-free shopping experience.
Religion
This is the most important factor to consider when choosing a gown for your young one. Most Christian denominations have dedication or baptism ceremonies. The christening dresses vary according to one’s faith. Bearing in mind the symbolism of the ceremony, one’s religion must be given priority. Some religions require that the gown is completely white while others allow cream or pastels.
Accessories
There is a wide range of accessories available for your child’s christening so it is easy to go overboard. At the minimum, you will need socks, shoes, a hat, a bib and a slip for the gown. If you are in a cool climate, it is advisable to carry a sweater or a blanket. Gift suggestions include a baptism towel, christening bible or a bracelet. Do not forget to buy a muslin preservation bag to preserve the christening dress after the ceremony.