Solvang – California – United States 12.08.20 A Danish city in California, United States should be the last place where you can get a proof of German authenticity. But trust us, our small German authentic store sells traditional Dirndls that incorporates Bavarian essence with it. The dirndl is a Bavarian folk costume generally regarded as traditional dress for women and girls in the Alps. In the 19th century, dirndls were based on the traditional clothing of Alpine peasants. Now a dirndl dress is usually associated with Oktoberfest, which is held in Munich. Although a version of the real Oktoberfest is held elsewhere in the world too.

Details about the Dirndl dress

The dirndl consists of a bodice, skirt, blouse, and apron.

The bodice (in German Mieder or Leiberl) is sewn onto the skirt, although before the 1930s the both of them were separate. Both are made from coloured or printed material, usually cotton, linen, velvet or silk. The bodice is traditionally made in a single piece, with the join in the front centre, secured by lacing, buttons or a hook-and-eye closure or a zip. A zip can also be present on the back or the side. The neckline (Ausschnitt) of the bodice is commonly high, V-shaped, round, balconette or heart-shaped. The bodice may often have embroidered decoration, especially when it is worn for public events like the Oktoberfest
The skirt (Rock) is full, with folds gathered around in at the waist. Originally the skirts were long, but in the modern era it has a typically mid-length. Miniskirt versions also do exist. Traditionally, the skirt has a pocket on the side or in front, which is hidden under the apron or Schulze.

The blouse (Bluse) accentuates the style of a dirndl dress; different styles include pieces, blouses with extravagant ruffles and lace delicately embroidered by hand or simple ones with straight sleeves. It is cropped just below the bust and normally white. Typical materials that are used are cambric, linen or lace. Short puff sleeves are most popular, although narrow sleeves (short or long) are also common. The neckline may be high but can also be V-shaped, balconette or heart-shaped.

The apron (Schürze) was traditionally a mono colour (although sometimes with a floral pattern) and varied according to local tradition (like it is blue in Bavaria) ; in modern designs, it is more elaborate.

Why you should buy Dirndl online from us?

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Contact Information

433 Alisal Road (across from the post office)
Solvang, CA 93463
Ph. no -805.691.9139