Baby girls christening dresses are precious to both the mothers and their little girls. Christening is a very special day for a child and the dress should match the occasion. However, when it comes to choosing the perfect dress, there seems to be an innumerable amount of options available. Instead of depending on looks alone, let us consider some decisive factors related to choosing baby girls christening dresses.
Classic vs. Contemporary
The first thing you need to consider is the style of the dress. This mainly depends on your personal taste. If you want your baby girl to wear something similar to what you wore at your own christening then traditional style is more appropriate. On the other hand, if you are more into what is “modern” then go for that. As it happens, the latter category offers more designs and options than the former.
Fabric
Although you have to start by the style of the dress, in reality, the most important factor to decide upon is the fabric itself. Regardless of what you choose, it always has to be of all-natural fibres. Dresses made from synthetic-mixed fibres tend to cause rashes and trigger allergies. Good examples of “healthy” fibres are 100% pure silk, linen and especially, cotton.
Colour
Although white is the traditional choice for christening dresses for baby girls, it is not necessarily the only choice. You could choose any colour that complement your baby’s other accessories and/or skin tone. White is preferred because it is traditionally the colour of innocence and purity. An important factor to consider when choosing dress colour is the climate. It is better to choose a darker colour in colder climates.
Climate
Climate is an important factor when in it comes to choosing baby girls christening dresses. If the climate is warm where the christening will take place, the dress should be made of light fabrics like cotton and with short or no sleeves. On the other hand, if the climate is cold, consider adding a bonnet and sweater in addition to the original outfit.
Fit
Your baby girl’s christening dress should be of such fit that she would not feel constricted or suffocated in it. There should be enough room for her to move easily. There is another particular issue you need to consider: the hems of the dress’s neck and sleeves. Sometimes harder fabric is used in these sections which could cut into your baby’s skin. If the fit does not complement comfort then you need to rethink it all over again. The best way to avoid this problem is to consult the sizing charts.
Miscellaneous
Do not overlook the small details. Details like the designs of laces, size and colour of buttons, added decorations etcetera are important if you want the christening dress to be perfect. Check if the buttons are sewn properly otherwise they might come off at the worst possible moment. Also consider adding some accessories to complement the outfit. Finding appropriate shoes, socks and bonnets could a good starting point. But try to be a bit cautious because it is easy to go overboard with this. Also, consider buying a preservation bag to use after the ceremony. The perfect christening starts with the perfect christening dress.
