| In our increasingly pluralistic society, it's becoming | | | | some parents choose to reflect this slightly more |
| more common for parents to hold christenings for | | | | casual attitude by dressing their little girl in ivory or |
| their children. But although christening ceremonies | | | | even in bright colors. If the christening is taking place |
| tend to be more informal and contemporary, perhaps | | | | in the winter, dark gray or navy blue may be |
| you may still want to buy a special girls christening | | | | appropriate, while a summer christening may call for a |
| dress to mark the occasion. This article provides tips | | | | bright floral print. |
| and insight on three trends you may want to | | | | 3. Try different styles. Just as a girls christening dress |
| consider. | | | | may come in different lengths, the same can be said |
| 1. Dress length. Traditionally, most baptism dresses | | | | of style. Don't feel obligated to shop only for long, |
| have been long gowns, but a girls christening dress | | | | flowing gowns. A fluffy dress with a full skirt and a |
| can really be any length. If a gown seems too formal, | | | | satin belt may be a more fun, contemporary |
| try a shorter knee-length skirt, or even a little | | | | alternative. |
| jumper. | | | | Keep in mind that there are no set guidelines for |
| 2. Consider the color. Many parents favor white for | | | | choosing a girls christening dress. Use your imagination |
| their girls christening dress, but there's no reason you | | | | to find something fun and unique, and you're sure to |
| shouldn't also consider other colors. Because a | | | | cherish the memories for years to come. |
| christening is generally less formal than a baptism, | | | | |