| Everybody’s focus during this special occasion will | | | | - Bonnet – A christening gown is only truly complete |
| be on your precious little one so you want him or her | | | | with the wearing of an adorable bonnet, perhaps one |
| to look beautiful from head to toe. | | | | with a cross embroidered on it. Some styles are even |
| A christening gown is usually the selected attire for | | | | designed to easily become her future wedding |
| baby girls and can also be worn by baby boys unless | | | | handkerchief. |
| a suit or romper is preferred. Gowns are customarily | | | | - Shoes and Socks – To truly have your baby |
| made out of a white fabric such as silk, cotton, satin or | | | | looking beautiful from head to toe, you’ll need |
| organza. White is the chosen color since it symbolizes | | | | shoes and socks that are meant especially for this |
| innocence and purity. | | | | occasion usually showcasing a cross design. |
| Because the christening gown you choose might very | | | | - Blanket or Shawl – This will not only complement |
| well become a family tradition that will be worn by | | | | your baby’s outfit but will also add warmth. To |
| future generations, be sure you select an heirloom | | | | make it a keepsake, some styles offer the option of |
| quality gown. Another consideration will be the time of | | | | personalizing. |
| the year during which the baptism or christening will | | | | - Jewelry – It’s amazing the tiny infant sizes |
| take place. Appropriate sleeve length and fabric | | | | available for necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings. A |
| thickness should be chosen for the season. | | | | cross necklace, for instance, will accessorize the gown |
| After all the basic decisions are made, remember to | | | | and make a treasured keepsake. |
| let your heart do the shopping and allow yourself to fall | | | | - Bib – A personalized bib is essential for protecting |
| in love with the gown you ultimately choose for your | | | | the gown from stains so it can be properly preserved. |
| baby. | | | | - Towel – An embroidered baptism towel is another |
| If you are planning to save your baby’s christening | | | | accessory. It might be able to be used during the |
| gown as an heirloom, you might want to consider | | | | actual ceremony and then kept as a souvenir. |
| purchasing a special gown preservation bag in addition | | | | |
| to taking the proper steps for cleaning and storing it. | | | | This is a once-in-a-lifetime occasion for your baby so |
| Now comes the truly fun part, the accessories. Here is | | | | you’ll want to devote attention to every last detail |
| a list of just some of the christening and baptism | | | | from their christening gown to the accessories so he |
| accessories you might want to add to your baby’s | | | | or she looks like an angel for all the photos that will be |
| outfit. | | | | taken that day and treasured for years to come. |