Dirndls have been around for quite some time now, but they have never been out of fashion. With time, this Bavarian attire has gained more popularity than ever. Its design, fit, and manufacturing make it an article to own.
This blog will explore some new fashion trends in the dirndl industry to keep you up to pace with this beautiful attire.
What is a Dirndl?
A dirndl dress is a cotton, silk, or satin dress available in mini, midi, and maxi lengths. However, the most popular length is midi. It is traditionally a Bavarian outfit introduced sometime in the 18th century and rose to fame in 1818 after Oktoberfest became popular.
Parts of a Dirndl Dress:
The main part of a German dirndl is a skirt. It can be made from satin, silk, or cotton. The readily available ones are made from a cotton-polyester hybrid that looks good and economical. However, you can get a custom skirt in the material of your own choice.
The skirt is attached to the top with the help of a corset. It has a lace front that allows the wearer to adjust the size.
An apron is traditionally worn over the skirt. It is tied with the help of a knot which has a great social significance. A light-colored shirt with embroidery and puffed shoulders is paired with the dirndl.
Dirndls in Fashion:
Here are some of the things that you may see in dirndls that are in fashion nowadays:
Color:
Traditionally, dirndls were made in dark colors such as black, brown, or dark green. The reason for choosing this color palette was that they were worn by the working class, who had to work in the dirt. Their clothes would get dirty, and the stains would have shown more in lighter colors.
However, now dirndls are not only worn by the poor and the working class but by everyone who wants to embrace fashion and tradition. So, designers are experimenting with more and more colors to give the dirndl dress a unique and modern look.
Some colors that are seen often in new fashion-forward dirndls are:
- Neon
- Red
- Purple
- Green
- Light Blue
- Royal Blue
- White
- Grey
Patterns:
As we see in the past, dirndls do not have patterns. They are decorated with Bavarian embroidery featuring animals, flowers, and other aspects of nature. This, however, has changed with time.
Now the modern dirndls come with patterns. These intricate and well-made patterns give the outfit a whole new look and feel. The patterns allow the maker to add more colors and appeal to the dirndls.
Fusion:
Dirndls are a symbol of Bavarian tradition and heritage. One thing Bavarian culture can do with the utmost ease is fuse into other cultures and make them their own. That is basically how they came up with the famous lederhosen, taking a French version and remaking it to fit their needs.
Nowadays, experimentation is everything. Designers are making fashion fusion dirndls. We now see dirndls without the undershirt, dirndls as shirts worn with jeans, and many such combinations.
Corset:
Conventionally the corset is stitched with the skirt. This means that the corset and the skirt are made from the same material.
Presently dirndls with detachable corsets are being sold. This allows the dress to be used in two forms: a simple frock (without the corset) and a dirndl (with the corset). Customers can also choose the material of the corset as per their liking. Most people prefer leather corsets.
Dirndl without the Shirt:
Dirndls are very pretty and flattering dresses. They allow the wearer to look their best by putting in the least effort, but the designers always find ways to make their designs better and better; that is exactly what they did here.
Dirndls without the undershirt are gaining popularity. The missing fabric is what makes them prettier and better.
Summer Dirndls:
Although dirndl is a dress fit for every season, the colors of summer were still missing n the traditional designs, but our modern designers got that covered.
Dirndls with vibrant colors and beautiful flowers are surfacing in the marketing and sinking in our hearts. These dirndls make us feel alive and warm.
Conclusion:
So, these were some of the new fashion trends in the dirndl industry. To think that the attire almost came to extinction after World War 2 seems impossible. The last ten years have been great for the attire, and the next ten years are expected to be even better.
We hope that the blog helped you in one way or another.
Also read Why Everyone Is Obsessed with Lederhosen
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