Ladies Underwear Traditional

Women's underwear for folk costume – what happens under the Dirndl shows on the outside

That sentence sounds contradictory but it is the heart of the matter: underwear should be invisible, but when it is not, it stands out immediately. A bra with visible straps under a sleeveless bodice, cups extending above the bodice edge, underwear with a visible waistband under the apron – all of this happens when you do not wear folk costume underwear.

The good news: there is a right solution for every problem, and all of them are in this collection.

Dirndl bra – the most important underwear piece

The Dirndl bra is the most important piece in this category. It differs from a regular bra in several respects:

• Flat back without distracting straps or with transparent straps
• Softly shaped cups that do not extend above the bodice edge
• Often a push-up effect that flatteringly fills the deep Dirndl neckline
• No underwire that digs in under the bodice

Anyone who has worn a good Dirndl bra once understands the difference immediately. The full selection is available in the Dirndl bras collection.

Petticoats – for volume under the apron

Petticoats are not necessary for every Dirndl, but very effective for certain styles. A Dirndl with a wide apron sometimes needs a little volume underneath so the shape sits correctly. A petticoat in lightweight tulle provides exactly that – without making the apron too heavy or compromising wearing comfort.

Petticoats are used more often for formal Dirndl and traditional balls than for everyday Oktoberfest wear. More in the petticoat collection.

Frequently asked questions about women's underwear for folk costume