The 2024 traditional costume looks for men Buyer's Picks
What characterizes a successful traditional look this season? How do you combine lederhosen correctly? And what trends will be seen in men's traditional costume fashion in 2024? In the big Buyer's Pick, Johann Maurer, Head of Department Men's Costume at LODENFREY, presents the season's traditional costume fashion and gives tips for the complete look.
The heart of the traditional costume is the lederhosen - made from high-quality deerskin and with a perfect fit, they are a purchase for the ages. The rest of the traditional outfit is put together around the lederhosen, where the fit, materials and workmanship are important.
The change in traditional costume fashion can only be observed in small nuances. Modern traditional costume is based on historical or regional models and reinterprets some elements in a contemporary way. LODENFREY combines tradition with modernity and presents new items and classics every season.
Lederhosen are a timeless investment, which is why the models always remain similar. The trend is towards light colors: Light brown tones with a grayish veil are timeless, modern and stylish. Dark brown leather pants achieve a classic look. The traditional embroidery on lederhosen is mainly in natural colors such as beige, blue and green.
Many modern and classic designs are available at LODENFREY. The modern styles are characterized by narrower cuts and half-linings. Generally speaking, traditional jackets are becoming shorter - regardless of whether they are worn with jeans, chinos or classic lederhosen. In the past, the janker was cut short as standard to show more of the lederhosen.
to show more of the lederhosen.
The traditional vest is an absolute must-have and is experiencing a remarkable upswing. Trachten vests can be combined in a variety of ways and offer a sophisticated addition to different outfits. Trachten gilets are characterized by simple and classic colors, from dark blue to olive green, and are accentuated with subtle jacquard patterns and tone-on-tone piping Taschen. High-necked vests are always a good choice. Styling tip: leave the first one or two buttons undone. For a more fashionable look, go for a Miesbach vest with a round neckline and chain detail. If you want to stand out and are bold, wear the new, double-breasted traditional vests, also known as "Bierkutscher" vests.
Trachten shirts remain simple - plain colors in white and light blue or striped. The shirt should not be a distraction, but rather provide a stage for the traditional vest. Whether it's a stand-up collar or a stand-up collar is a matter of taste, although the stand-up collar is becoming increasingly popular. Slip-on shirts are also on the rise.
The leather trousers should fit snugly and end above the knee. As leather gives way when worn, leather trousers should be bought tighter. In detail, however, this depends on the leather itself: while chamois-tanned deerskin trousers give way by about one size when worn, leather trousers made from goatskin only widen slightly.
For many years, LODENFREY has been offering exclusive collaborations with various brands. In 2024, limited edition deerskin pants from Meindl as well as vests and traditional jackets from Gottseidank, Windsor or Habsburg will once again be available exclusively at LODENFREY.
Basically, less is more. But when used correctly, accessories can demonstrate a sense of trend and style. For example, with a charivari, a traditional hat made of rabbit hair with pins or hat feathers. A stylish handkerchief with a traditional motif, knee-high socks or hand-knitted loafers in solid and plain colors complete the traditional look for men. The color of the socks can be matched to the embroidery color of the lederhosen or the color of the vest. Haferl shoes are still chosen to go with both light and dark lederhosen in classic black.
A complete traditional costume outfit with lederhosen is an absolute must at a traditional costume festival. In Bavaria, it is not uncommon to wear a janker to the office - with blue jeans or chinos. For an event where a bit of traditional costume is appreciated, a traditional janker can be festively combined with dark gray pleated trousers or suit trousers, a white shirt and elegant leather shoes. In your free time, for example for a trip to the beer garden, lederhosen can be worn casually with a linen shirt and sneakers.
There are a few tips for a successful traditional look: pay attention to good quality and a first-class fit and try your hand at traditional codes. My recommendation to start with: invest in a pair of well-fitting, high-quality lederhosen. Combine them with a white shirt, a vest, stockings and oatmeal shoes.
There are no bans in fashion, only do's. The do's include paying attention to good quality and fit and not dressing up.
Among the Don'ts: socks and red checked shirts.
If you feel insecure, skip an accessory and feel your way around.
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