Oktoberfest Tips, Tricks & Hacks

Every year the runways are full of eye-catching fashion trends that trickle their way down to our closets and I have been keeping an eye on not only those fashions, but also what's going on in the dirndl fashion world. A traditional outfit never really goes out of style, but there are definitely fabrics, styles and colours that come and go.

There are some fun trends and unexpected going on right now and here is how I predict they will make their way to Oktoberfest 2023.

Dirndl lacing is an essential part of the classic dirndl experience. It's a traditional way of tying the bodice that has been used for centuries, and it gives each dirndl dress its unique look and helps accentuate our curves.

Although the winter months are not typically the season for wearing dirndls, those who love dirndls will find a way! And let’s not forget that sometimes the fall (which is totally dirndl wearing season) can often be chilly as well.

Recently one of my clients, Cathy, asked a great question in our Facebook Group. She posted, “How does everybody store the apron of their Dirndls?”

The amazing community shared their ways of storing their dirndl aprons and the same 5 ways kept popping up!

I don’t know about you Erika, but I’m a little bummed about the upcoming weekend. We were supposed to be together in Cleveland for the Landestrachtenfest, but… leider nicht. #thanks2020

My favorite part of the weekend is seeing my friends from all over the country, listening to German music, polkaing with my husband and wearing my dirndl all weekend.

But you know what?! Let’s not let this pandemic get us down, we Schwobs are as resilient as it gets! 

Below are some easy ideas you can use to have your own DIY Trachtenfest!

For most of us, the “Dirndl wearing season” starts up as the weather warms up. In the south, you may find yourself wearing your dirndl in the summer… but then it’s REAL hot! And that’s why I’ve put together my best tips for wearing your Dirndl in the heat of the summer. With these hacks, you’ll no longer fear 90+ degrees (even though we do not guarantee you won’t get any boob sweat… no getting away from that).