What Should Parents Wear to Their Baby’s Christening?

As such a special occasion for all the family, parents attending a baptism will want to wear outfits that are appropriate to the event, while still being able to look their best. Photographs, or even videos of the special event, will no doubt be treasured for many years to come and reminisced over as the baby grows.

With this in mind, here is a little advice on just how to dress for your precious baby’s baptism:

Jeans – acceptable, or a big no-no?

While wearing denim in any form to a christening or similar event, isn’t an arrestable offence by any means, it is definitely a big baptism faux pas!

Jeans, along with denim in any of its forms, are widely considered to be inappropriate for such a cherished occasion as a baptism, and as such, you’ll want to avoid wearing them at all costs. By all means, wear something more casual for any post-baptism events you have planned, but not for the christening itself.

Can open-toed sandals be worn to a baptism?

There are absolutely no rules that forbid the wearing of any kind of sandal to a christening, but as with any special event that marks such an auspicious occasion, you’d be wise to wear elegant footwear if you’re the proud mother and something that covers the toes if you’re the proud father. Pay attention to the condition of your toenails, and only wear shoes or sandals that you can comfortably walk in – nothing looks worse than someone teetering around the church in high heels!

What about wearing something black?

There are certainly no official rules about wearing black at a baptism, but considering the nature of the event and the fact that your baby will likely be dressed in a white, ivory or cream baptism gown, a black outfit or garment might look out of place.

Is flashy allowed?

If you’re asking the question of whether you can wear a skimpy dress or figure-hugging leopard print sweater to your baby’s baptism, then the answer is a resounding: no! Anything flashy or attention-grabbing will serve only to detract attention from your precious cherub and tarnish the true meaning of the event for everyone present. While you can of course dress to impress, this should be done in a dignified manner, demure and elegant manner.

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