How to Choose the Right Size Christening Gown

Sizing a christening gown is unlike sizing anything else in your baby's wardrobe. The gown is made to order, the ceremony is months away, and babies grow at their own pace.

Here is how we help families think it through.

Start with measurements, not age

Age ranges are a guide only. Two babies of the same age can be quite different sizes, so the more reliable approach is to compare your child's measurements against our size guide.

It also helps to look at the clothing size your child wears comfortably right now, and use that alongside the measurements rather than on its own.

If you are between sizes

Please contact us before ordering. We would much rather talk it through with you than have a gown arrive that is not quite right, and we are always happy to help you choose the most suitable size for the day.

Tell us your baby's measurements, their age at the time of ordering and the date of the ceremony, and we can advise from there.

A note on made to order pieces

Because each gown is individually crafted, slight measurement variations may occur between styles, which is another good reason to check the guide for the particular piece you have chosen rather than assuming sizes carry across.

See it in person

Melbourne families are welcome to book a private viewing at our home studio in Hallam, where you can see the collection and talk sizing with us directly. Appointments are by arrangement.

Explore our baptism and christening collection online, or contact us at info@ateliergabriella.com.au to discuss sizing for your little one.

With love,

Atelier Gabriella

Faith • Family • Tradition