{"title":"Oktoberfest \u0026 Bavarian","description":"\u003cp\u003eOktoberfest runs from the middle of September to the first Sunday in October, and the fancy dress side of it has long since escaped Munich. Whether it is a beer festival, a themed pub night or a stag do that needed a uniform, the lederhosen and dirndl look is the one everyone recognises.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe stock the full Bavarian kit for men and women, from complete lederhosen sets with braces and hat to dirndl-style dresses, plus the felt hats, beer glasses and novelty pieces that go with them. One thing worth knowing before you order: the German costume ranges are sized by the maker's own chart rather than UK high street sizing, and it runs large on the men's and unusually generous on the women's, so read the size guide on the product page rather than going by the letter on the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are kitting out a group, it is worth looking at \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/around-the-world\"\u003earound the world\u003c\/a\u003e for the rest of the national costumes, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stag-do\"\u003estag do\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hen-party\"\u003ehen party\u003c\/a\u003e for the matching sets, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hats-headwear\"\u003ehats and headwear\u003c\/a\u003e for the finishing pieces, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/food-novelty\"\u003efunny and novelty\u003c\/a\u003e for the beer bottles and pretzels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrder before 3pm Monday to Friday and it leaves us the same day. UK delivery is free over £40 and everything comes with 30 days to send it back.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"novelty-beer-glasses","title":"Novelty Beer Glasses","description":"\u003cp\u003eNovelty glasses moulded as two full pint glasses, amber below and a white froth head across the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are a single piece of moulded polycarbonate with plain arms, light enough to wear all evening. You look out through the tinted amber section, so the view is both narrow and yellow, and the white froth blocks the top of your eyeline. A stag do and beer festival staple rather than a subtle piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the pack\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePair of novelty beer glasses\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSizing \u0026amp; fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne size, cut to fit most adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStyling it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood alongside a pair of braces and a felt hat for a beer festival outfit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% PC\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not wash. Wipe clean with a damp cloth and let it dry fully before storing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore like this in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/glasses-eyewear\"\u003eglasses \u0026amp; eyewear\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/accessories\"\u003eaccessories\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/food-novelty\"\u003efood \u0026amp; novelty\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/festival-rave\"\u003efestival \u0026amp; rave\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Widmann","offers":[{"title":"One size","offer_id":54479382741329,"sku":"FDC-6778O","price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1067\/1279\/3425\/files\/novelty-beer-glasses.jpg?v=1785782072"},{"product_id":"beer-bottle-novelty-glasses-green","title":"Beer Bottle Novelty Glasses, Green","description":"\u003cp\u003eNovelty glasses moulded into the shape of two green beer bottles, with tinted lenses where the labels would be. They are light on the face and they always get a laugh in photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the pack\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOne pair of beer bottle glasses\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSizing \u0026amp; fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne size. The arms are a standard glasses width and will sit comfortably on most adult faces. There is no adjustment, so they perch rather than grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStyling it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest worn with something plain, so the glasses do the work. They also finish off a Bavarian or beer festival outfit without any extra effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe the lenses and frames with a soft dry cloth. Avoid solvents and alcohol wipes, which can cloud the plastic. Store somewhere the arms will not get bent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore like this\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are building a party look, have a browse through our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/glasses-eyewear\"\u003eglasses and eyewear\u003c\/a\u003e and the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/accessories\"\u003eaccessories\u003c\/a\u003e range. There is more in the same comic vein over in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/food-novelty\"\u003efood and novelty\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"fdc-safety\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tinted lenses reduce your vision, so do not wear them while driving or on stairs. They are not eye protection. Not suitable for children under three years due to small parts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bristol Novelty","offers":[{"title":"One size","offer_id":54705328849233,"sku":"FDC-BA278","price":3.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1067\/1279\/3425\/files\/beer-bottle-novelty-glasses-green-1.jpg?v=1787849038"},{"product_id":"studmeister-beer-bottle-costume","title":"Studmeister Beer Bottle Costume","description":"\u003cp\u003eA brown beer bottle tunic with a printed Studmeister lager label across the front, label text included. It is a one-piece pull-on, so the whole costume is on in about four seconds and stays on for the rest of the night.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the pack\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeer bottle tunic with printed Studmeister label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSizing \u0026amp; fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne size, cut to fit most adults up to around a 44in chest. The tunic hangs straight from the shoulders rather than following your shape, so it goes over your own clothes without fuss and there is no measuring to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e One size. See the full size guide on this page before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStyling it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJeans or dark trousers underneath and it reads properly as a bottle. Pair it with a Bavarian felt hat if the night has an Oktoberfest theme, or leave it plain if it is a stag do and the joke is the whole point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand wash cold, do not bleach, do not tumble dry, do not iron printed or glued areas. Most costumes are made from lightweight polyester and are not designed for repeated washing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore like this\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rest of the drinking jokes are in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/food-drink\"\u003efood and drink\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/food-novelty\"\u003efunny and novelty\u003c\/a\u003e. If it is a beer festival you are dressing for, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/oktoberfest\"\u003eOktoberfest and Bavarian\u003c\/a\u003e has the lederhosen and the hats, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stag-do\"\u003estag do\u003c\/a\u003e covers the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"fdc-safety\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep away from naked flames and cigarettes. This is a costume, not protective clothing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smiffys","offers":[{"title":"One size","offer_id":54987301355857,"sku":"FDC-20391","price":26.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1067\/1279\/3425\/files\/studmeister-beer-bottle-costume-1.jpg?v=1789650787"},{"product_id":"mens-bavarian-lederhosen-costume-brown","title":"Men's Bavarian Lederhosen Costume, Brown","description":"\u003cp\u003eA complete four-piece Bavarian set: brown lederhosen shorts, a white top, braces with the traditional floral trim across the chest, and a matching hat. Everything that makes the look recognisable is in the pack, which is not always true of the cheaper Oktoberfest sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the pack\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown lederhosen shorts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBraces with floral trim detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching hat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSizing \u0026amp; fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThree sizes, M, L and XL. This range uses the maker's own chart and it runs a size larger than most of our costumes — their L is cut for a 42-44in chest rather than 40-42in, and the XL goes up to 48in. Measure your chest and read it against the size guide on this page rather than ordering the letter you normally wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e M, L, XL. See the full size guide on this page before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStyling it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite knee socks and brown shoes finish it properly, and the braces sit better over the top rather than under it. If you are going as a group, this is the set that photographs best next to the dirndl dresses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand wash cold, do not bleach, do not tumble dry, do not iron printed or glued areas. Most costumes are made from lightweight polyester and are not designed for repeated washing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore like this\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rest of the beer festival kit is in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/oktoberfest\"\u003eOktoberfest and Bavarian\u003c\/a\u003e, including the felt hats and the beer bottle costumes. See also \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/around-the-world\"\u003earound the world\u003c\/a\u003e for the other national costumes, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/group-costumes\"\u003egroup costumes\u003c\/a\u003e if there are several of you, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stag-do\"\u003estag do\u003c\/a\u003e for the weekend version.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"fdc-safety\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep away from naked flames and cigarettes. This is a costume, not protective clothing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smiffys","offers":[{"title":"M","offer_id":54987306434897,"sku":"FDC-30286M","price":26.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":54987306467665,"sku":"FDC-30286L","price":26.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":54987306500433,"sku":"FDC-30286XL","price":26.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1067\/1279\/3425\/files\/mens-bavarian-lederhosen-costume-brown-1.jpg?v=1789650787"},{"product_id":"womens-bavarian-beer-maid-costume","title":"Women's Bavarian Beer Maid Costume, White and Red","description":"\u003cp\u003eA white and red dirndl-style dress with the apron already attached, so there is nothing to tie and nothing to lose. It is the beer maid look people picture when they hear Oktoberfest, and it does the job without being complicated to get into.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the pack\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite and red dress with attached apron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSizing \u0026amp; fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo sizes, S and L, and there is a genuine gap between them — this range uses the maker's own chart, where the S is a UK 8-10 and the L is a UK 16-18. There is no UK 12-14 in this line. Check the size guide on this page before ordering, because the letters do not mean what they usually mean here.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e S, L. See the full size guide on this page before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStyling it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite knee socks and flat black shoes are the usual finish, and a pair of plaits does more for the look than any amount of make-up. Add a felt hat if you want it to read Bavarian rather than generic barmaid.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand wash cold, do not bleach, do not tumble dry, do not iron printed or glued areas. Most costumes are made from lightweight polyester and are not designed for repeated washing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore like this\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe matching men's sets and the felt hats are in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/oktoberfest\"\u003eOktoberfest and Bavarian\u003c\/a\u003e. There is more in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/around-the-world\"\u003earound the world\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hen-party\"\u003ehen party\u003c\/a\u003e if you are buying several, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/womens-costumes\"\u003ewomen's costumes\u003c\/a\u003e for everything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"fdc-safety\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep away from naked flames and cigarettes. This is a costume, not protective clothing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smiffys","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":54987308663121,"sku":"FDC-30092S","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":54987308695889,"sku":"FDC-30092L","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1067\/1279\/3425\/files\/womens-bavarian-beer-maid-costume-1.jpg?v=1789650813"},{"product_id":"mens-deluxe-hans-bavarian-costume-green","title":"Men's Deluxe Hans Bavarian Costume, Green","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe better end of the Bavarian range. A green checked shirt and brown lederhosen shorts, both carrying proper embroidery and decorative button detail rather than a print of one. If you go to the same beer festival every year, this is the set worth owning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the pack\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen checked shirt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown embroidered lederhosen shorts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSizing \u0026amp; fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo sizes, M and L. This range uses the maker's own chart and it runs a size larger than most of our costumes — their L is cut for a 42-44in chest rather than 40-42in. Measure your chest over a t-shirt and read it against the size guide on this page rather than ordering the letter you normally wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e M, L. See the full size guide on this page before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStyling it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite knee socks and brown shoes, and a felt hat if you want the full picture. The embroidery is the reason to buy this one over the cheaper sets, so do not cover the shorts with an untucked shirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand wash cold, do not bleach, do not tumble dry, do not iron printed or glued areas. Most costumes are made from lightweight polyester and are not designed for repeated washing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore like this\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEverything else for the beer tent is in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/oktoberfest\"\u003eOktoberfest and Bavarian\u003c\/a\u003e, including the felt hats and the matching women's dresses. See also \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/around-the-world\"\u003earound the world\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/group-costumes\"\u003egroup costumes\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mens-costumes\"\u003emen's costumes\u003c\/a\u003e for the wider range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"fdc-safety\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep away from naked flames and cigarettes. This is a costume, not protective clothing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smiffys","offers":[{"title":"M","offer_id":54987312300369,"sku":"FDC-45266M","price":54.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":54987312333137,"sku":"FDC-45266L","price":54.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1067\/1279\/3425\/files\/mens-deluxe-hans-bavarian-costume-green-1.jpg?v=1789650813"},{"product_id":"oktoberfest-bavarian-felt-hat-brown","title":"Oktoberfest Bavarian Felt Hat, Brown","description":"\u003cp\u003eA proper brown felt hat with a structured brim, a decorative rope band and a feather at the side. It is the piece that turns a shirt and shorts into a Bavarian costume, and it is cheap enough to buy one for everybody going.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the pack\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown felt hat with rope band and feather trim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSizing \u0026amp; fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne size, which fits most adult heads. The felt has some give in it, so it sits comfortably without needing adjusting all evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e One size. See the full size guide on this page before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStyling it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWear it tipped slightly back rather than pulled down, and keep the feather on the outside edge. It works just as well over a plain checked shirt as it does with a full lederhosen set, which is useful if you are kitting out a group on a budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not wash. Wipe clean with a damp cloth and let it dry fully before storing. Keep it the right way up in storage so the brim holds its shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore like this\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe lederhosen and dirndl sets it belongs with are in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/oktoberfest\"\u003eOktoberfest and Bavarian\u003c\/a\u003e. There is more headwear in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hats-headwear\"\u003ehats and headwear\u003c\/a\u003e, more national dress in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/around-the-world\"\u003earound the world\u003c\/a\u003e, and the rest of the small buys in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/accessories-under-10\"\u003eaccessories under £10\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bristol Novelty","offers":[{"title":"One size","offer_id":54987315446097,"sku":"FDC-BH574","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1067\/1279\/3425\/files\/oktoberfest-bavarian-felt-hat-brown-1.jpg?v=1789650813"}],"url":"https:\/\/fancydressclub.co.uk\/collections\/oktoberfest.oembed","provider":"Fancy Dress Club","version":"1.0","type":"link"}