What to Wear at a Christening in 1901
Harry McLaughlin, who has kindly shared this photograph from his Family Photograph Album, explains that "this group portrait was made in 1901 at the christening of Rosemary McLaughlin, who is in the centre on her mother Blanche's lap." For additional information readers should visit his site. Note the variety in men's jackets. Note, too, the elaborate clothing of the women in this prosperous family. [GPL]