The son of Prince William and Kate Middleton Prince Louis is to wear a replica of 1841 Royal Christening Robe for his Christening, a robe that was worn by the eldest daughter of Queen Victoria, Princess Royal.

According to the statement released by the royal media, the 3-month old Prince Louis is to wear gown worn by Prince Louis great-grandmother The Queen, grandfather, The Prince of Wales and his father The Duke of Cambridge at their christening, following the tradition. The statement reads:

“Today Prince Louis will wear a replica of the Royal Christening Robe which was made in 1841 for the christening of Queen Victoria’s eldest daughter, Victoria, Princess Royal.
The gown was subsequently worn by Prince Louis’ great-grandmother The Queen, grandfather The Prince of Wales and his father The Duke of Cambridge at their Christenings.”