Somewhere along the way, they became a traditional fashion icon, but always represented the hardworking Germans and Austrians of yore.
Seriously. You can go casual like the Kerl (that's German for "guy") seen here in the picture, or combine the lederhosen with Trachten, traditional Bavarian wear that includes jackets, coats, and vests. or his German heritage (or both!). Did you know that lederhosen were once the dickies of 18th Century Bavaria and Austria? Just don't forget to have a look around at our Oktoberfest hats and accessories before you do! With shorts that come down to the knee area, dark brown poplin fabric, and lots of little rich details (like bronze edge trim on the pant legs and suspenders, and a traditional heraldic crest on the chest panel), these lederhosen will make you look right at home in any beer garden (or Biergarten, in case you needed help with the translation from the original German)!The great thing about lederhosen is that they can be combined with several different styles.