It is very interesting that the topic of Lederhosen has come up. While verbally championing the kilt I usually point out how, unlike the lederhosen of Austria which has been relegated primarily to the role of costume seen at Oktoberfest celebrations and polka dances, it is a national garment that has managed to transcend time. In other words, with some effort it is possible to wear a kilt in public to achieve a variety of looks from casual to dress without appearing a costumed anachronism. Try that with lederhosen or togas or...

However, now that McNice has brought to my attention that traditional Austrian garb is indeed still worn in a modern application [replete with geopolitical connotation], and not strictly as the costume I had imagined, my juxtaposition will have to be reexamined. Thank you very much for the lesson!


Mychael