Childrens Religious Ceremonial Outfits

Christening and baptism, first communion, bris and naming: each tradition has a long history of symbolism and significance. At ChristeningShop.com, we know that children's religious ceremonial outfits add meaning and beauty to these important occasions. To help you in your apparel search, we've provided these brief descriptions of the different types of children's religious ceremonial outfits you'll find at our site.

Christening and Baptism White christening gowns were for many years a tradition for both girls and boys. However, modern christening clothes and baptism outfits are more gender oriented. For baby girls, white christening gowns and christening dresses remain the standard. Girls christening gowns are typically very ornate, with a great deal of lace, trim, and detail. Many baptismal dresses are completed with a matching bonnet.

Boys christening outfits take many forms. Rompers, vests, and one-piece christening outfits are all common, as are christening suits and tuxedos. White is still the standard christening attire color for boys.

First Communion

Children's first communion apparel is much more grown up in appearance. White communion dresses are standard for girls. Veils are often worn with communion dresses.

For boys, suits and tuxedos are appropriate first communion attire. If a first communion tuxedo is worn, white is the preferred color. But for communion suits, colors such as navy or black are not inappropriate.

Bris and Naming

For the Jewish ceremony of Bris, Bris gowns or Bris sets with a matching yarmulke are worn. The back closure of a Bris gown should offer easy access. White is the common but not exclusive color.

A naming set for a baby daughter typically includes a white dress, panties, hat, and booties.

Special Occasion

Many of the children's religious ceremonial outfits you'll find at ChristeningShop.com can also be worn for other special occasions, such as weddings or holiday celebrations. Whatever occasion is being celebrated, we recommend adding a preservation bag to your purchase so you can keep your child's outfit as a lasting memory.