Suit for a christening

Suit for a christening – for a parent or godparent

A suit can convey different levels of formality, and we should adjust that based on the role we play at the ceremony. If you are the father or godfather of the child, it’s your honor to look the most official and elegant among all attendees. In this case, suits in darker colors like black or navy will be ideal. It's also best to avoid patterns, or opt for a very subtle design. This way, you'll look truly refined.

Suit for a christening – for a guest

If you’re a family friend or a more distant relative, you can allow yourself a slightly more relaxed outfit – in fact, you should. It doesn’t look good when a guest is dressed more formally than the "main characters" of the ceremony. That's why a suit in shades of gray, brown, blue, or light navy will look great. You can also have more fun with patterns and choose stripes, checks, or houndstooth. These suits will serve you well on many other occasions too, making them a worthwhile investment!

How to match the rest of your outfit to a christening suit?

As a parent or godparent, it's best to choose a white shirt. As for accessories, you can go with a bow tie or a subtle tie. Don't forget about the pocket square! The most elegant choice would be a classic white linen pocket square. However, if you're a guest at the christening, you can choose a shirt in a different color, like light blue, gray, or pink. In this case, a tie is a better choice, as it's less formal than a bow tie. Feel free to go for one in a vivid color or eye-catching pattern. For the breast pocket, you can add a colorful silk pocket square. Regardless of your "role" at the ceremony, when it comes to shoes, monk shoes or oxfords will pair best with the suit.

Suits for a christening by MILER Menswear

In line with current trends, our suits feature softer shoulder padding that highlights the natural line of the shoulders. The notch (where the jacket lapels connect) is slightly lowered, which nicely divides the body in half. The breast pocket is cut in a curved shape, allowing for a great display of a pocket square. The lapels themselves are slightly more than half the width of the shoulders. Suits for a christening from MILER Menswear are a fantastic investment!