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Dirndl & Lederhosen

Traditional Bavarian clothing consisting of dirndl dresses for women and leather shorts (lederhosen) for men, worn at Oktoberfest and folk festivals throughout Germany.

Type: clothing
Category: traditional_dress
Origin Year: 1600

About Dirndl & Lederhosen

<h2>Traditional Bavarian Clothing Icons</h2><p>Dirndl and Lederhosen represent the iconic traditional dress of Bavaria and Alpine regions. A dirndl consists of a close-fitting bodice with low neckline, blouse, high-waisted skirt and apron, while lederhosen are durable leather shorts with suspenders.</p><h3>Cultural Revival</h3><p>Originally peasant workwear from the 16th-18th centuries, these outfits have experienced a modern renaissance. At Oktoberfest 2024, over 50% of attendees wore traditional dress for the first time, showing growing enthusiasm among young people.</p><h3>Hidden Meanings</h3><p>Women can indicate their relationship status through dirndl bow placement: left side means single, right side means taken, center front means virgin, and center back means widowed.</p>

Quick Facts

Type:clothing
Category:traditional_dress
Origin Year:1600

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