{"product_id":"austrian-dirndl-dress","title":"Austrian Dirndl Dress","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Dirndl dates back to the Renaissance and is one of few regional costumes still worn extensively in Austria, southern Germany, and Switzerland. Additionally, a favourite at Renaissance Faires and Oktoberfests, this three-piece outfit enhances the maiden in you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete dirndl consists of a close fitting sleeveless bodice with attached full skirt, over an abbreviated blouse, finished with a contrasting apron.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eView A,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe dress is cut just above the bustline and buttons in front to the waist.  Its blouse is lightly gathered into a jewel neckline with a self-tie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eView B's bodice is cut wider and deeper - below the fullest part of the bust - and fitted with bones and small gussets.  The front opening fastens with hooks and eyes.  Its blouse gathers in front into a square neckline.  Both blouses have gathered sleeves with an encased elastic band forming a ruffle at the elbow. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVariations include knee-length or low-calf length, dirndl bodice with high or low-neck, high or low-neck\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eblouse, and an\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eapron. This pattern includes many options for detailing, ruffling, ruching, and shaping. Information is also included about authentic detailing, custom fitting, and adapting garment for Renaissance costumes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSewing Level: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eConfident Beginner\/ Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing: \u003c\/strong\u003eApprox. UK 8 – 20. (Misses XS-3XL, seven sizes). Please see the designers size guide in the provided images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabrics: \u003c\/strong\u003eWoven\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the Dirndl, choose medium to heavyweight cotton, silk, wool, velvet, or corduroy. For the Blouse and Apron, choose light to medium-weight cotton, silk, rayon, or blends. The Apron is also nice in taffeta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric Requirements: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlease see images for designers yardage requirements. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotions: \u003c\/strong\u003eSee images for notions, due to variety by view.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folkwear Patterns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44307865436390,"sku":"FWP123","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/6831\/3830\/files\/1_1a545464-be41-4219-81c7-7cf0558be55a.png?v=1714915482","url":"https:\/\/stitchesandfibres.co.uk\/products\/austrian-dirndl-dress","provider":"Stitches and Fibres","version":"1.0","type":"link"}