What to Wear to a Christening for Women?
Been invited to a christening? The Style Team is here to help you find the perfect head-to-toe outfit for this special occasion.
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Been invited to a christening? The Style Team is here to help you find the perfect head-to-toe outfit for this special occasion.
“A christening can be an important life moment for many people, whether it’s a traditional religious ceremony, or a modern ‘name day’ celebration to welcome a new child into the world.
To mark the special family event, it’s important to find a christening outfit for guests that fits the dress code but also makes you feel great.
As a formal occasion, you’ll be expected to dress up for the event but as a general rule, christenings are slightly less dressy than weddings, meaning you can make christening dresses for women work harder in your wardrobe with versatile styling.
Here are our top tips for finding the perfect head-to-toe christening outfit that you can wear for the event, and beyond.” - Rebecca, Design Manager
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You can’t go wrong with a classic day dress. Designed to be versatile, stylish and importantly, comfortable, you can easily dress this style up with heels and a clutch bag for the christening but wear with flats and sandals for effortless weekday dressing.
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Day Dresses
Effortless Day Dresses
You can’t go wrong with a classic day dress. Designed to be versatile, stylish and importantly, comfortable, you can easily dress this style up with heels and a clutch bag for the christening but wear with flats and sandals for effortless weekday dressing.
Our day dress collection offers a range of soft prints, from hand-painted florals to trending polka dots in beautiful, modest cuts and luxe fabrics. If prints aren’t your thing, why not try a striking colour, like red or green, that will instantly elevate your look.
Stylish Maxi Dresses
If you’re looking for something a little more statement, maxi dresses are the perfect option for a christening due to the sophisticated silhouette that never fails to look feminine. For a christening, we recommend pastel colour palettes and delicate floral prints to really lean into the occasion, as well as wrap dresses and long sleeves dresses that are suitable for both spring/summer and autumn/winter celebrations.
With maxi dresses available in petite and up to size 26, they are truly the style that works for every size and body shape, just add refined accessories such as jewellery, bags, heels, and an occasion jacket for the perfect final layer.
Memorable Midi Dresses
A timeless style you can always rely on: the midi dress. Especially great for warm-weather christenings, this classic silhouette balances comfort, modesty and style effortlessly. Our collection of midi dresses are designed in luxe, breathable fabrics such as linen-blends, cotton and chiffon, and features summery florals and vibrant colours, ideal for spring/summer occasions. Simply style with light layers to accommodate for cooler church or outdoor settings, as well as comfortable shoes or heeled sandals/wedges.
Extra layers are essential for winter christenings, that’s why a knitted dress is perfect for both style and practicality reasons. Warm, comfortable but elevated, our collection of knitted dress feature thick ribbed knits, shape-defining belted waistlines to enhance the silhouette and chic midi lengths for added warmth. Easily style with a long wool coat, black tights and a pair of knee boots or ankle boots to finish the look.
Winter-Ready Knitted Dresses
Winter-Ready Knitted Dresses
Extra layers are essential for winter christenings, that’s why a knitted dress is perfect for both style and practicality reasons. Warm, comfortable but elevated, our collection of knitted dress feature thick ribbed knits, shape-defining belted waistlines to enhance the silhouette and chic midi lengths for added warmth. Easily style with a long wool coat, black tights and a pair of knee boots or ankle boots to finish the look.
Our day dress collection offers a range of soft prints, from hand-painted florals to trending polka dots in beautiful, modest cuts and luxe fabrics. If prints aren’t your thing, why not try a striking colour, like red or green, that will instantly elevate your look.
Contemporary Jumpsuits
Looking for a dress alternative that’s suitable for christenings? It’s time to add an occasion jumpsuit to your event wardrobe. Modern and stylish, jumpsuits are perfect for formal events, especially christenings and family celebrations as they look great without compromising on comfort. With contemporary design details such as wide-leg silhouettes, statement prints and trending colours, our jumpsuits are available in petite and size 26. Effortlessly style with your favourite heels or platforms, minimal jewellery and neutral clutch bags.
Versatile Separates
Elevated blouses, skirts and trousers are a great way to get the most longevity out of your christening look. Midi skirts with soft florals, structured pleats or designed in luxurious satin can easily be paired with blouses, light knits and jackets whatever the season, and can be dressed down for everyday wear. Prefer trousers? Why not try chic satin, wide-leg or tapered trousers with a statement blouse and pair of heels for a suitable yet versatile look.
It’s important to always consider your coat or jacket options for any event, whatever the season. If you’re going to an autumn/winter christening, a coat is an essential. Think elegant wool coats, wrap coats, tailored longline coats to keep you warm but stylish. You might want to try a soft pastel style to truly elevate your look.
Layer Up
Layer Up
It’s important to always consider your coat or jacket options for any event, whatever the season. If you’re going to an autumn/winter christening, a coat is an essential. Think elegant wool coats, wrap coats, tailored longline coats to keep you warm but stylish. You might want to try a soft pastel style to truly elevate your look.
If you’re going to a spring/summer christening, think lightweight jackets to finish the look, such as satin scarves and wraps, linen-blend styles or blazers. Cropped occasion jackets are a great option due to its easy pairing with dresses, jumpsuits and separates.
The Finishing Touches
Don’t forget to accessorise! Shoes, bags and jewellery can completely transform your outfit so here’s some advice on what to choose for your christening guest look. When it comes to shoes, comfort and style are key. Try block or platform heels with ankle support so you can have fun celebrating with your family and friends without discomfort. If heels aren’t your thing, elevated flats are also suitable and if it’s a winter occasion, knee high boots and ankle boots are a great, comfortable alternative to heels.
Wondering what bag to take? A spacious clutch bag is the perfect option to fit all your essentials while remaining formal. For ease of wear, a clutch bag that also comes with a shoulder strap is ideal. Top tip: match your clutch with your shoes for a polished, coordinated look - whether you prefer neutral shades or a pop of colour.
And remember the final touch, jewellery… Understated pieces are perfect for christening attire, so keep it simple. We recommend a subtle gold hoop, silver stud or an elegant pearl necklace. We hope this gives you a clearer understanding of what to wear to a christening. Send us your style questions on Instagram!
