Here's how to dress up in lederhosen or a dirndl for Oktoberfest

If you're keen to do some flirting at Oktoberfest, pay attention to where a wearer places her bow on her dirndl.

Germany’s world-famous beer festival Oktoberfest is not just about enjoying the amber ale – it’s also a great excuse to wear an outlandish outfit. Whether you attend the actual event in Munich or partake in themed festivities elsewhere, you will likely see folks dressed in Austro-Bavarian outfits called tracht.

A dirndl (a peasant-style pinafore dress) and lederhosen (traditional leather pants), are the most popular choices when it comes to dressing up in this Germanic old-world clothing. Here are a few pointers on how to wear the pieces in style.