The Dirndl dates back to the Renaissance and is one of the few regional costumes still worn extensively in Austria, southern Germany and Switzerland. The complete Dirndl consists of a close-fitting sleeveless bodice with attached full skirt, over an abbreviated white Blouse, finished with a contrasting Apron. Folkwear offers two dirndls. In View A, the dress is cut just above the bustline and buttons in front to the waist. Its blouse is lightly gathered into a jewel neck-line with a self-tie. The bodice in View B 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. Both Views and the Apron can be street length or low-calf length.  Priced per pattern. Misses XS-3XL.

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