Posted by Tartanista on 22nd Sep 2022
Oktoberfest is a 16- to 18-day Germanic folk festival which occurs annually from mid- to late-September until the end of the first week of October annually (hence the name), in which participants famously drink beer, and includes food, dancing, and parades. Many participants wear kilts to attend due to the Celtic roots of the festival and its participants, and so it is a perfect occasion to don a Tartanista outfit. It is held all over the world, but the original Oktoberfest is held in Munich, Bavaria, Germany.
Oktoberfest is said to have originated as a royal celebration. When King Ludwig I married Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen in October 1810, the citizens of Munich were invited to celebrate in the fields in front of the city gates, the celebrations including horse races and a parade. The decision to repeat the festivities in the following year is what is said to have begun the tradition of Oktoberfest, although horse races are no longer a part of it.
Oktoberfest is still extremely popular and celebrations are held worldwide. In the German tradition, women wear dirndl dresses and men wear lederhosen, but many people opt to wear tartan kilts to honour their Celtic heritage. We recommend wearing a kilt in the tartan of your choice, as well as a sporran to keep belongings in, so you don't lose anything after a few tankards of beer. We also have great Ghillie shirts to match, if you want to complete the look.
Check out our collection ofkilts here,sporrans here, andshirts here.
FAQs
Dirndls, for women, and lederhosen for men and some women, make up Munich's Oktoberfest trachten, or traditional costumes, and with well in excess of 90% of revellers in the beer halls sporting some kind of Oktoberfest dirndl or lederhosen, for even the short-term visitor an investment in some Oktoberfest outfits can ...
Do you wear a bra with dirndl? ›
Always select the right colour bra to wear under your dirndl blouse. It's best to try on the bra underneath your dirndl and blouse to find the perfect bra to go with your outfit.
What is the origin of the Oktoberfest outfit? ›
The history of dirndls and lederhosen (leather pants) at the Oktoberfest in Munich goes back to the early years of the 19th century. Originally worn as work clothes and everyday wear, not least the Oktoberfest in 1810 itself gave a boost to the wearing of traditional costumes among the city's population.
What is an Oktoberfest saying? ›
It falls upon the Mayor of Munich to open Oktoberfest by tapping a beer keg and shouting “O'ZAPFT IS'!”, thus officially starting the festivities. It literally means “It's tapped!”
What is the female outfit called at Oktoberfest? ›
A dirndl is the name of a woman's dress traditionally worn in southern Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, and Alpine regions of Italy. The dirndl is a folk costume (in German – Tracht), and today is generally regarded as a traditional dress for women and girls in the Alps.
What can I wear to Oktoberfest if I don't have a dirndl? ›
Although a little bit harder to come by, if you want to get the Oktoberfest vibes without wearing a dirndl a German-inspired sweater or vest is a stellar way to make your plain outfit into a German one.
What does it mean when you wear the bow on the right side of the dirndl? ›
If the knot of the apron is tied in the front, towards the left side, it means that a woman is single. However, if the knot of the apron is tied to the right side, it means that the woman is either married or in a relationship. Their relationship status is none of your business.
What do you wear on your legs with a dirndl? ›
Some dirndl styles lend themselves better to the traditional dirndl socks while others don't. Wearing these socks is not a rule by any means, you can certainly wear tights, nylon stockings, or nothing at all.
What is the difference between Trachten and dirndl? ›
The Swiss refer to an Austrian or German traditional dress as a dirndl, but refer to their own traditional dress as a tracht. As is the case in the neighboring country of Liechtenstein, the use of the term dirndl for a Swiss dress is discouraged. The style varies by region, for example a Bernese Tracht.
What does lederhosen mean in German? ›
"Leather Pants") is used in English to refer specifically to the traditional leather breeches worn by men in Austria, Bavaria (namely Upper Bavaria), South Tyrol and Slovenia. The term Trachten Lederhose is often used in German to avoid confusion with other types of leather pants.
Dirndl bow tied at the front right (as seen from the woman): in a relationship. Dirndl bow tied in front left: Single. Dirndl bow in front in the middle: Virgin. Dirndl bow at the back center: Widow.
What do Germans say before drinking? ›
Prost! Translation: Cheers! Toss on an “Ein Toast!” at the end to encourage a celebratory “bottoms up!” before drinking your Märzen with friends.
How to wish happy Oktoberfest? ›
'Happy Oktoberfest!' can be translated as Frohes Oktoberfest! (pronounced: FRAW-uhs ock-TOH-behr-fest).
Can you go to Oktoberfest in normal clothes? ›
You definitely can wear regular clothes and still have a great time, but you will be missing out on a key piece of the Oktoberfest experience.
What do you wear to an Oktoberfest party if you don t have a dirndl? ›
Although a little bit harder to come by, if you want to get the Oktoberfest vibes without wearing a dirndl a German-inspired sweater or vest is a stellar way to make your plain outfit into a German one.
What to wear to Oktoberfest last minute? ›
the staples are:
- a white or plaid shirt.
- lederhosen leather shorts with suspenders.
- knee high socks or Loferl.
The dirndl is the traditional Alpine dress for women. Originally, the dirndl was a costume for servants in noble households but eventually it was worn more and more by women in the Alpine regions and summer visitors for private and festive occasions.
