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Dirndl: The dirndl developed from peasant clothing. Originally, it was a simple work dress for women that was comfortable and functional. In the 19th century, city dwellers* began to wear it as a fashion statement. A dirndl consists of a top and a long or short skirt. A mostly white blouse is worn with it. An apron emphasizes the skirt and has only decorative purpose. The position of the skirt bow can indicate the relationship status. Accessories such as jewelry complete the look. Traditional dirndls vary in design between regions and even villages. The different details may indicate the place of origin and social status of the wearer. [23] As with other folk costumes, traditional dirndls often come in two forms: one for everyday occasions, the other for traditional festivals and formal wear. Dirndls worn in everyday use are rural domestic clothing, made from grey or coloured linen, sometimes with leather bodice and trim. Dirndls used on formal occasions are usually made with materials, designs, colours and embroidery specific to the region. [21] [12]

The label romantic ... (refers to) a cultural movement which spread in Great Britain, France, Italy and other European countries between the late 18th century and the first half of the 19th century. Its protagonists were philosophers, writers, musicians and painters. In Germany it was the writers and intellectuals of the Sturm and Drang movement who reacted critically against the rationalism of the Enlightenment and the doctrines of neo-Classicism. The Romantics defended the creative and spiritual autonomy of individuals and proclaimed their freedom from aesthetic norms and pretensions. Inwardness and subjective feeling found in romantic art their authentic expression... On the other side, political positions stood behind Romantic expressions: in contrast to the Enlightenment's ideology of global citizenship, the Romantics re-discovered the idea of the homeland and the value of the folk culture. Especially in Italy and Germany, a connection can be seen to the movements for national reunification. Just as jeans, originally rural clothing, were used as an urban antidote to tradition, so dirndl and lederhosen show that, a generation later, people in their metaphysical homelessness are nevertheless in a complex way missing the traditional rural values. When one puts an item with traditional meaning on one's body, naturally one transfigures and romanticizes life on the land, actually so difficult and often brutal. All this is typical of our time. From yoghurt to magazines with rural themes, one abandons oneself to the illusion of the good old times, in which the windowpanes can still keep out the cold wind of globalization. One reason given for the increasing popularity of the dirndl and lederhosen is an increased confidence in German self-identity. In the years following the Second World War, there was often a shame in German identity because of the crimes of the Nazi régime. In recent decades, there has been a celebration of being German. [11] [68] [32] [31] This "new patriotism" was evident in the support for the German football team at the 2006 FIFA World Cup. [77] According to journalist Michaela Strassmair, "As the international media arrived in Munich for the World Cup, they all wanted to see the same picture and share it with the world: pretty girls in Munich wearing dirndls." [42] Visitors to Oktoberfest wearing dirndls, 2012 The dirndl originated in the 19th century as a form of rural working clothing but has since evolved into a popular folk costume.The apron ( Schürze) is attached to the skirt and is narrow, covering only the front of the skirt. Traditional apron designs vary according to local tradition and are typically only a single colour. In modern designs, the designs are more elaborate. [4] [18] Some examples of occasions when a dirndl might be worn include Oktoberfest, the Munich Spring Festival, and the Gäuboden Folk Festival. I also like to make sure I have everything I need: thread in the right colors, piping cord (if using), interfacing. lining, a zipper, buttons, and so on. Usually, your pattern will tell you what you need! Tone in tone or skillfully set as contrast: Dirndl aprons are an indispensable component of outfits in contemporary traditional costume fashion. Their diversity in fabrics, patterns and colours allow you to create a great deal of different styles. Dirndl aprons express moods and can be changed for different occasions. The Dirndl aprons - indispensable piece of clothing

The dirndl is not only recognised as a German Traditional Dress but is in fact also an Austrian Traditional Dress, so it is important to show respect for the culture and history of both Bavaria and Austria. Whilst it’s always fun to dress up when you’re in the Bavarian and Tyrolean regions, you’ll definitely want to avoid wearing a dirndl simply just as a “costume”. The dirndl has undergone many changes and variations over the years. It has been adapted for different special occasions and styles and is now available in a wide range of colours, fabrics, and designs. The Swiss refer to an Austrian or German traditional dress as a dirndl, but refer to their own traditional dress [98] as a tracht. As is the case in the neighboring country of Liechtenstein, the use of the term dirndl for a Swiss dress is discouraged. The style varies by region, for example a Bernese Tracht. These are worn during festivities on Swiss National Day (August 1st) or during seasonal celebrations which vary by canton, such as at harvest time or the end of winter. as a side note, there does actually seem to be one exception to wearing a dirndl specifically as a costume and this is the Oktoberfest Dirndl. These days every woman seems to have one, but you can clearly tell the “costumes” from the real, especially when you’re local to the area.Painting by Johann Baptist Reiter (1813–1890), Frau in oberösterreichischer Tracht (Woman in folk costume from Upper Austria)

The dirndl is often worn with a hair ornament called the jungfernkranz: a small floral wreath traditionally worn by unmarried women. [27] In Hinterskirchen in Bavaria, unmarried women wear a small crown ( kranl). [28] In more formal settings such as church festivals, a hat or bonnet is traditionally worn. [29] In some regions of southern Germany and Austria, married women accompany the dirndl with a bonnet called a goldhaube. This headgear developed in the 17th century from a veil or headscarf and was worn by middle class urban women; later the custom spread to the countryside. The goldhaube is characterized by interwoven silk and golden threads, embroidered with lamé, gold and sequins. There are many regional varieties, including the Riegelhaube in Munich, the Linzer Goldhaube in Linz and the Brettlhaube in Wachau. [30] [28] The dirndl is regarded as a folk costume ( German: Tracht). It developed as the clothing of Alpine peasants between the 16th and 18th centuries. [1] [4] [5] Today it is generally considered the traditional dress for women and girls in German-speaking parts of the Alps, with particular designs associated with different regions. The usual masculine tracht counterpart of the dirndl is lederhosen.No matter if you are planning a Oktoberfest party or you just want to experience a relaxed evening at a biergarten - traditional costume shoes are a safe choice. Everything is possible with them, you just have to make a decision. The classic high heel perfectly fit the fany Dirndl, whereas the casual traditional boots are suited for long hiking adventures. Which Bavarian costume shoe is the right one for you? The icing on the cake: Traditional costume accessories Art historian Gabriele Crepaldi points out the links between the ideological and political dimensions of the Romantic movement: [43] However, many other German-speakers use the terms "dirndl" and "tracht" interchangeably for a woman's dress in the general dirndl style, regardless of whether the design is traditional or modern. For instance, tracht scholar Gexi Tostmann, who sees the modern dirndl as having evolved from traditional tracht designs, also uses the term "dirndl" for historical designs. [1] [11] [12] A developing consensus is that a dirndl can be described as "tracht" when it has been traditionally worn by a distinct people group over a long period. [13] This implies that a dress based on the design principles of Alpine tracht can also be called a "dirndl", even if it has a documented history of centuries as a folk costume. For example, the traditional blue polka-dotted dress of the Wachau region of Austria can be referred to either as "Wachauer Tracht" [14] [15] or as the "Wachauer (everyday) dirndl" [11] [15] [16] In English, the name "dirndl" is used interchangeably for traditional and modern designs. [2] [17] Description [ edit ] Basic design [ edit ] The dirndl, and the male equivalent, the lederhosen, are part of what is generally called a tracht style of garb. Tracht means “what is worn”, but it is only used in reference to traditional outfits. Style experts recommend staying away from cheap outfits that one can buy on the street corner; it is better to spend a little more to get a proper outfit.

Where you tie your apron knot signals your relationship status to the people around you. If you wear the knot on the right, that means that you are either married, engaged to be married, or in a relationship; tying your apron on the left shows that you are single. An apron knotted squarely in the middle shows that the wearer is a virgin. It is also a popular choice for weddings and other formal occasions in Bavarian or Tyrolean regions. Dirndl Wearing Etiquette The local dirndls and lederhosen are displayed in several local museums. There are permanent exhibitions at the South Tyrolean Folklore Museum in Dietenheim, the Steinegg Local Museum and the Bolzano Municipal Museum. Public events featuring folk costume include the Val Gardena folklore festival (" Gröden in Tracht") and the Country Wedding in Kastelruth. [96] Liechtenstein [ edit ] In this comprehensive guide, we will explore everything you need to know about Dirndls, from what to wear for Oktoberfest to the secret language of the Dirndl bow.In Italy the dirndl is part of the traditional clothing culture in the Alpine province of South Tyrol ( German: Südtirol; Italian: Alto Adige). The region was part of the Austrian county of Tyrol before the First World War, but was ceded to Italy in 1919 in the Treaty of St-Germain at the end of the war. In South Tyrol, both German and Italian are official languages, and Tyrolean traditions including the dirndl remain deeply integrated in the culture. [95] The dress is worn on festive occasions, such as processions of the Catholic church. Traditional designs vary between regions, valleys and sometimes villages. [96] A wider revival of interest came with the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich. Led by Silvia Sommerlath (later Queen Silvia of Sweden), the hostesses wore sky-blue dirndls as a promotion of Bavarian identity. [32] [71] [31] Culture historian Simone Egger comments, "As (Sommerlath) in 1972 made headlines as an Olympia hostess in a dirndl, then every woman wanted to have a dirndl." [72] [42] Outside its countries of origin, the dirndl has become an ethnic costume, worn as an identity marker by members of the German diaspora. This term refers to German-speakers and their descendants who live in countries where German is a minority language.