TRACHT

Tracht comes from the word "Tragen" meaning "to wear." Thus, Tracht means that which one wears. In the more narrow context of a Gauverband, it means the garments that we wear to represent and preserve a particular time period in Bavarian/Tirolean history and a particular community standing. That time period is generally the mid- to late 1800s; Tracht has, however, undergone minor changes since that time. The community standing is that of the rural folk in the mountainous regions.

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Articles to read on-line or download (click on back button to return to this screen):

Upholding our Traditions and our Image

     About Dirndls, Spensergwand, Tanztracht.  Handout for 1989 Tracht Workshop by Karin Dean-Kraft. Uploaded 9/2011

Individuality or Strict Uniformity?

     How Tracht—including jewelry—is worn in Bavaria.  Gauzeitung Vol. 4, Issue 4 by Karin Dean-Kraft.  Uploaded 9/2011

Miesbacher Tracht - Spensergwand and Mieder mit dem Almakittl

     Pictures and descriptions of the two types of Tracht. Gauzeitung Vol 3, Issue 10 by Karin Dean-Kraft.  Uploaded 9/2011

Dirndls Revisited

     Origins of the Dirndl, differences between “stilecht” and “mode” (traditional or fashion), wearing a hat with a dirndl.  Gauzeitung Vol. 3, Issue 10 by Karin Dean-Kraft.  Uploaded 9/2011

Original Tracht

     Article about the origins of Tracht, how it is worn, use of Rautenmuster handkerchiefs. Gauzeitung Vol 3, Issue 9 by Lloyd Wevang.  Uploaded 9/2011

Rules or Pride

     About make-up, hair, jewelry and uniformity when wearing Tracht.  Gauzeitung Vol 3, Issue 3 by Karin Dean-Kraft.  Uploaded 9/2011

Crocheted Ties

     How to make a crocheted tie.  Uploaded 2/2012

Stoffbeutel - Drawstring Purse

      Instructions on how to make a drawstring purse to use with Tracht or Boarisch Gwand.  Uploaded 4/2013

Making a Gathered Apron

      Instructions on how to make a gathered apron.  Uploaded 4/2013