Christening Presents

Here’s a very interesting article about christenings in South Africa by Zenoyise Madikwa.

Father Mdlela says the baby is supposed to wear a white gender-neutral gown.

“Babies should wear a long, formal white gown, a symbol of blamelessness and purity,” he says.

Hangwani Nengovhela of Rubicon Clothing says the latest trend for baby boys is to dress them in a christening outfit that does not look like a dress.

Nengovhela says traditionally boys wore the same gowns as girls, but today many boys are baptised in suits for little boys.

“Many suits come with matching jackets, most with matching hats that are boyish rather than girlie bonnets. These days you can tell the difference between christening clothes designed for a baby boy and or a baby girl.

“A masculine christening outfit may come in christening rompers, suits and tuxedos,” she says.

Nengovhela adds that accessories such as shoes, socks, bibs, blankets and bonnets add an extra special touch to any outfit.

She says when choosing christening wear for girls, the sky is the limit