Wearing simple socks or even sports socks with traditional costume would be a gross faux pas against good taste and tradition. A Trachten set for men with Haferl shoes without Trachten socks or Trachten stockings is simply unthinkable, regardless of whether they are worn regularly to maintain Alpine traditions or only once a year for the Oktoberfest. The short Trachten lederhosen for men traditionally include turn-up socks, which are made in two colors and often have embroidery from the calf to the heel. They are also available as knee-high socks in one color with a beautiful cable pattern, matching the color of any traditional shirt. Loferl socks, which consist of a sock and a calf section, can also be worn with short lederhosen. In some parts of Bavaria, the calf warmers are also worn by men without socks.
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Hand-knitted traditional wool socks
Traditional long traditional socks made of wool, linen or cotton, which are folded over the knee, are worn with knee breeches. On cold days, the knee-length socks keep you warm. If the trousers are tied below the knee, no socks can slip. The knee-high socks from the Angermaier collection are hand-linked with a particularly beautiful, traditional cable pattern. The high heel is reinforced and the high-quality material prevents the formation of felt nodules so that you can enjoy these socks for a long time. Whether you prefer a clear view of tight calves or longer knitted socks - you will find the ideal companion for your traditional costume in the Trachten online store with Trachten socks from our collection and from other well-known manufacturers such as Lusana.
Loferl and traditional socks are part of the traditional costume
Some Oktoberfest visitors wear them to make their calves appear more muscular and masculine, while many Bavarians wear them because they are simply part of the traditional costume: Loferl are still very popular with men. These calf warmers are part of the short traditional lederhosen for men and the original traditional costume outfit. They are a relic from a time when the rural population only wore shoes in the months with an R in the name. If you wear the Loferl below the knee on the strongest part of the calf, both at the same height, then you will look traditional and stylish.