In the case of traditional outfits for men in Germany, the most well-known item of clothing is the Lederhosen. Lederhosen, literally translating to “leather trousers”, refers to tro… See more

In the past, Trachtwas typically accessorised with a fancy hat - which had the twin advantage of protecting one's face from the sun while parading one's fashion sense. For … See more

With the large amount of dancing that accompanies any festivity requiring Tracht, it is extremely important that you have the right kind of shoes on. Women usually adorn a sof… See more

If you've been paying close attention, you might have noticed that all the outfits we've discussed so far seem to be designed for warm weather. Thin cotton shirts, leather sho… See more

So there we have it: a full run down on traditional German clothing, from the Dirndl to the Lederhosen and everything in between. Next time you're at a cultural event in Ge… See more