Is this ok for a christening?

[worrier66556]

My nephews christening is coming up soon. Do you think this is ok/nice?

if so, what shoes? I need to buy a new pair either way as don’t often wear heels - black? Or should I go for something bright? Orange, red maybe? Won’t be worrying about a bag as nappy bag seems to be my
only accessory nowadays 😂

TIA.

thinking of buying this from Next - PixieGirl Petite White Polka Dot Crinkle Maxi Dress www.next.co.uk/style/SV114023/Y68694 Next Polka Dot Dress

In which case don't go to a service where the congregation supports the child's introduction to christianity, and certainly don't use it as an excuse to frock up to the nines. It's a very sincere service.

I’ve been to about 20 family christenings because most of family are catholic. I’m not but I go and celebrate the occasion with them all. Ditto, church weddings. Are you honestly saying that’s wrong?

Im finding today on here that people will moan and find fault in literally anything.

Why bother then?

Oh ffs 🤣🤣

I think I’ve had enough MN today. People are beyond petty and argumentative.

I’ve been to multiple christenings. It’s not my cup of tea, I’m not really religious. But they mean a lot to the parents and I am always flattered to be asked to go. So I go, I don’t pray but just bow my head when the prayers are going on, and I enjoy dressing up because it’s an excuse to get a nice dress out!

I love the dress and think it’s perfect for a christening. In my denomination of Christian church, people wear clothes similar to those for a wedding. I love the idea of bright shoes with it too.

I wouldn't think people dressing up for a Christening weren't taking the faith seriously. If anything, it's a sign of respect.

To support friends or family as they celebrate their child? Honestly!

They do look better with heels. Ballet flats sometimes give that look of catalogues with all those orthotic support stylings, which is fine if that's what you are wanting, but if you are wanting glam, heels are the way.

I'm also not convinced by trainers with a dress. It screams perimenopause. Sorry, I know that is ageist ... but it's hot and the honesty is flowing.

Since this is Mumsnet, I'm surprised no-one has suggested you can't wear white in case people mistake you for the bride baby.
It's perfect for a christening, @worrier66556 . You could also get away with something less dressy but you can absolutely wear this dress- it's charming.

Dressing up levels depend almost entirely on the nature of the party afterwards.

Love polka dots and this dress is lovely, I’m going against the grain and would wear black strappy heels a black bag.

I'd wear a smart pair of clean coloured trainers with that

Someone up thread did say you shouldn’t upstage the mum which is pretty bonkers 🤣