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25 Jul

What do ladies wear for Oktoberfest? Dirndls!

Help! You’ve been invited to an Oktoberfest but you have no clue what to wear! This post will give you the basics to help you fit the part. Whether it’s the original festival held in Munich Germany or an backyard event, we’ll give you the choice so you can pick your perfect outfit. What are the basic of an Oktoberfest outfit? There are three main parts to an Oktoberfest outfit for women and girls. Dirndl (German dress) Apron Blouse A Dirndl is the authentic and [...]

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22 Jul

Why are Traditional Lederhosen Essential for Oktoberfest?

When you imagine Oktoberfest, the first picture that comes to mind has the entire city of Munich covered with German lederhosen and dirndls. These are the traditional Bavarian costumes that locals and tourists wear to celebrate German folk culture during the largest folk fest in Germany! You may sing, dance, and make merry, but without these traditional costumes (together known as “trachten”) you’re bound to feel left feeling out of place. While the citizens of Munich are used to wearing [...]

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22 Jul

What Makes a Dirndl Authentic?

A traditional outfit worn by women in Austria and Germany is called a dirndl. The authentic German dirndl has become quite a popular ensemble among Europeans in particular those going to Oktoberfest. While “dirndl” directly translates to dress, the dirndl outfit is really considered three parts- the dress, apron and blouse. A glimpse into the history of authentic dirndls Appealing to women across regions, authentic dirndls have an interesting history. Worn in the nineteenth century by peasants in Bavaria, the outfit [...]

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22 Jul

What accessories can liven up your Dirndl this Oktoberfest?

What accessories can liven up your Dirndl this Oktoberfest A widely famous annual festival, the Oktoberfest sees people from within Germany and across the globe thronging the city to be a part of the unique celebrations. It is the world’s largest beer festival, which goes on over a period of 2 weeks in Munich, Germany. The festival is planned in a way that the first Sunday of October month is the last day of the fun-filled Oktoberfest. The globally famous [...]

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22 Jul

Oktoberfest accessories

Oktoberfest Clothing – Lederhosen Lederhosen has a deep-rooted history in Germany. It is, basically, an outfit comprising a pair of leather pants and suspenders going over the shoulders. This form of the outfit has gone through several modifications with time but, even today, this Oktoberfest Clothing trend remains true to its very core. Forged in the early 16 th century, particularly by Bavarians, with the help of goat and deerskin. It was deemed to be a clothing for peasants primarily as [...]

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22 Jul

Dirndl Accessories for Oktoberfest

Five Trending Dirndl Accessories for Oktoberfest Once you have the basic of your German Oktoberfest outfit- a dirndl, blouse and apron- it’s time for the fun part. Accessories! Here we outline the top 5 things you need to think about to top off your outfit and have the German boys smiling at you. 1.Put on Your Dancing Shoes! High heals, booties, ballet flats and sandals are all great choices for your dirndl. Which you will choose depends on a couple factors- the [...]

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05 Jun

German Lederhosen

German Lederhosen Handmade German lederhosen are more than just costumes you air out for the occasional Oktoberfest. They’re a way to share in the robust German tradition of celebration and the outdoors! In this age of speed and technology, we rarely invest in anything that we know will last more than a lifetime. These German lederhosen are a rare investment. They’re an item that you will love and, even more, enjoy passing on to your children and grandchildren to remind them of [...]

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30 May

Sizing

Sizing Return policy- Ernst Licht offers a full merchandise refund or exchange within 30 days of your purchase date on in-store and online purchases. Items must be in store bought condition with the tags still on. Custom items are not eligible for refund. After 30 days, there is a 20% restocking fee. When returning items, we recommend purchasing insurance as we are not responsible for lost items. Please include a copy of your invoice so that a proper refund can be [...]

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15 Apr

Clocks

Clocks Authentic German Clocks Black Forest cuckoo clocks are some of the best-known and most beloved examples of traditional German handiwork. If you’re searching for unique German gifts, then be sure to take a look at all of our wonderful and whimsical cuckoo clocks. These clocks amuse and delight people of all ages–and, collectors know just how valuable these artisan products can become over the years. Whether you belong to a German-American heritage organization and want to surround yourself with [...]

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