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The UAE Baptism Gown Guide · Updated October 2026

Baptism Dresses & Christening Gowns, Delivered to Dubai and the UAE

The first heirloom she will ever own. Every answer for families in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, from our Miami couture atelier, since 2003.

Calgary and Ballerini makes luxury baptism dresses and christening gowns for baby girls, handmade to her measurements in our Miami atelier and delivered to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and across the UAE with duties paid. Gowns cost $599 to $985 (about AED 2,200 to 3,620) and ship in 7 to 10 business days. Fully custom gowns and baby boy outfits take 4 to 6 weeks.

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Where can I buy a baptism dress in Dubai?

You can order a luxury baptism dress online from Calgary and Ballerini and have it delivered to your door in Dubai by DHL Express, duties paid. Each gown is handmade to your baby's measurements in Miami, and everything is arranged on WhatsApp, from size questions to delivery.

Shops in Dubai mostly sell ready-made baptism sets in standard sizes. Our gowns are made for one baby: her measurements, her lace, and if you like, her name and baptism date embroidered inside so the gown can be passed down. We deliver across the Emirates, to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Al Ain.

How much is a baptism dress?

Store-bought baptism dresses usually cost $40 to $150 (about AED 150 to 550); heirloom and couture christening gowns cost $500 to $1,500 or more. Our handmade gowns are $599 to $985, delivered to the UAE with duties paid.

AED amounts are approximate conversions. You pay in your own currency at checkout, with delivery and duties included.

What should a baby wear for baptism?

Baby girls traditionally wear a long white or ivory christening gown with a bonnet or headband; baby boys wear a white or ivory romper, suit or gown with a matching cap. Soft booties and a light shawl or cape complete the look.

• Baby girl: a long christening gown for a traditional church baptism, or a shorter baptism dress for an older baby who is crawling or walking.
• Baby boy: a tailored romper, a little suit with a waistcoat, or a traditional gown. We make baby boy baptism outfits to order, so message us with the date and his age.
• Bonnet or headpiece: many of our gowns include a matching lace bonnet.
• Cape or shawl: lovely for photos and for air-conditioned churches.

What size baptism dress for a 0 to 3, 6 or 12 month old baby?

Choose the size bracket that matches her age on the baptism day, not today, then send her measurements so we make it to fit. Babies grow fast, so we add room in the lace-up back.

From our own size chart. Long christening gowns are made longer than the waist-to-floor measurement on purpose, so the gown drapes beautifully when she is held.

How to measure a baby for a christening gown

1. Chest: around the fullest part of the chest, under the arms.
2. Waist: around the tummy at the narrowest point.
3. Shoulder to waist: from the top of the shoulder down to the waist.
4. Waist to floor or to the knee: while she is held upright or lying flat.

Measure over a vest with a soft tape, snug but not tight. Not sure? Send a photo on WhatsApp and our atelier will guide you.

How do I order a christening gown from the UAE?

Choose a gown, pick her size, and write her measurements in the Notes box at checkout; it is handmade and shipped to the UAE in 7 to 10 business days. For a fully custom gown or a baby boy outfit, start on WhatsApp.

Ordering a ready design

1. Choose the gown from the collection above.
2. Choose her size for the baptism day.
3. Write her measurements in the Notes box at checkout.
4. We handmake it and ship by DHL Express to your address in the UAE, duties paid.

Ordering a fully custom gown (4 to 6 weeks)

1. Send us the baptism date, your baby's age and inspiration photos on WhatsApp.
2. Receive her original sketch within one week and change anything you like.
3. Approve the fabrics and lace before anything is cut.
4. Follow the making through photographs and give your final approval.
5. Delivered to the UAE by tracked express, duties paid.

When should I order a baptism gown?

Order a ready design at least 3 weeks before the baptism, and a fully custom gown 8 to 10 weeks before. That leaves time for making, delivery to the UAE and a try-on.

Who buys the christening outfit?

Traditionally the godparents or grandparents give the christening gown as their gift, though many parents choose it themselves. It is one of the most meaningful gifts a godparent can give, because it is kept for the next generation.

Giving it as a gift? We can embroider the baby's name and baptism date inside the gown, and ship it straight to the family in the UAE.

What are the requirements for baptism in Dubai?

Each parish sets its own requirements, so contact your parish office first. Most ask for the baby's birth certificate, the parents' details and the godparents' details, and some ask parents and godparents to attend a short preparation session.

Families baptise their babies at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Dubai, St. Joseph's Cathedral in Abu Dhabi, St. Michael's Church in Sharjah, St. Francis of Assisi Church in Jebel Ali and many other churches across the Emirates. Once you have your date, send it to us and we confirm the gown arrives in time.

Is a christening gown comfortable in the UAE heat?

Yes. Every gown has our No-Itch Silk-Touch lining and is fully finished inside, with no exposed seams, wires or glue, so she stays comfortable through the ceremony and photos.

Churches are air-conditioned, but photos outside can be warm. Ask for short or cap sleeves, a lighter underskirt and a separate cape you can take off for photos in the garden.

Can you personalise the gown?

Yes. We can embroider her name and baptism date inside, add lace, pearls or a cape, and make a matching dress for Mom.

See our Mommy and Me gowns, and for older sisters, our First Communion dresses.

What do you do with the christening gown after the baptism?

Keep it as an heirloom for brothers, sisters and the next generation. Store it clean, in a breathable cotton garment bag, away from sunlight and humidity.

Do you deliver to other countries?

Yes. We deliver baptism and christening gowns to 85 countries, with duties prepaid.

Across the Gulf we deliver to Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Families also order from the USA, the UK, Ireland, France, Monaco, Switzerland, Germany, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands and Portugal, and in Asia from Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore and South Korea, as well as Australia and New Zealand.

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