Costumes in Australia

Crikey! You wouldn’t expect to see a bunch of Aussies rocking up to a local pub in a dirndl or lederhosen, would ya? Yet, over recent years, sales of these traditional Bavarian garments or Oktoberfest costumes Adelaide  have skyrocketed in our sunburnt country. And the main culprit behind this fashion trend? The growing love and appreciation for Oktoberfest in Australia! Fair Dinkum, What's with the Oktoberfest Craze? Oktoberfest, originating in Munich, Germany, is the world's largest Volksfest (beer festival and travelling funfair). For the uninitiated, it's a 16-18 day festival running from late September to the first weekend in October. The celebration has all the elements Aussies adore: good beer, mouth-watering food, lively music, and a buzzing atmosphere. It's no wonder it has taken Australia by storm. What began as small-scale celebrations among the German communities in Australia has now transformed into full-blown, nationwide events. From Brisbane's O...

When we think of the 1950s, we conjure up images of Elvis Presley, classic cars, jukeboxes, and of course, the iconic fashion. The dresses of this era were unique, with nipped-in waists, full skirts, and an unmistakable elegance. But does this make the 50s costume a good idea for a theme party? Let's dive in. The Charm of the '50s The 1950s was an era when fashion made a comeback after the bleak World War II years. The war had stripped economies, resources, and even imaginations, with fashion put on the back burner. But the '50s saw a resurgence of colour, fun, and frivolity. The dresses reflected optimism and a spirit of rejuvenation. It was the age of the swing dress, the pencil skirt, and the petticoat. A party themed around such an era immediately promises fun, nostalgia, and a chance to embrace the elegance of a bygone time. Who wouldn't love to swirl around in a full-skirted dress or feel sophisticated in a well-tailored pencil skirt? The Practicality Asp...