Oktoberfest Costumes

Men often wear the traditional lederhosen, leather breeches, along with a shirt.  The lederhosen are often short, and supported by leather straps that resemble suspenders, except the two straps are connected by a cross strap.  High white socks complete the costume.

Some men also add an alpine hat, a hat with a feather in it.  The color of the hat, and of the feather, vary according to taste.  For others the alpine hat is quite enough.  It depends on how elaborate one wishes to get.  It is possible to incorporate the black, red, and gold of the German flag into the hatband.

Of course, a modern twist is an inexpensive hat made with the Bavarian flag blue and white pattern.

Boys also wear the lederhosen and white socks, just as the men do.  In fact, the main difference is simply size.  And, a boy can also wear an alpine hat with a feather.

Women can wear just about any color dress at an Oktoberfest celebration, and fit into the authenticity of the occasion.  Since the original festival was for the common folks of the land, a peasant look works well.  Usually, there is cross lacing on the top of the dress.  The skirt can be wide or narrow.  High white socks are part of the costume.

A second option is to take the look of a beer garden waitress, which is a similar costume with an added apron. 

Women’s Bavarian costumes also are available in plus sizes, like the third one shown below.

Girl’s Oktoberfest costumes are similar to women’s Oktoberfest costumes. 

Women and girls can wear a floral headband at Oktoberfest.  A headband makes a simple accessory, and it can be worn with or in lieu of a costume.  These come in a wide variety of colors.

One can fit in at an Oktoberfest celebration quite nicely if one is wearing a costume. 

If you feel self-conscious wearing a costume, wear a hat or headband.  If others are in costume, you will fit in.  If not, simply remove the head-wear and take it to your vehicle. 

Wearing a costume, or even head-wear, can enhance your fun.

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