Dirndl bow and relationship status: How to wear the bow correctly

The side on which the bow is tied on a Dirndl indicates the relationship status of the wearer. With our article, you’ll know right away where you stand at the next Dirndl party and how to tie the bow correctly for yourself

This is what the Dirndl bow says about the relationship status

The dirndl is fashionable again and no longer just socially acceptable at Oktoberfest. Worn as a fashion statement with a traditional touch, the dirndl also reveals about the private life of its wearer.

• Dirndl bow on the right: If the bow is tied on the right side of the body, this is unfortunately bad news for all men. The Dirndl wearer has already found her dream man. She is taken or married and flirting is not welcome.
• Dirndl bow on the left: Worn on the left side, the stitch means the woman is single. She is still looking for a partner and flirting is allowed.
• Dirndl ribbon in the middle: No, the dirndl wearer is not indecisive about your relationship status. According to tradition, women with the centre bow are still virgins.
• Dirndl bow at the back: In earlier times, this meant that the woman was widowed. Today it simply means that the wearer works and is a waitress.
• Good to know: Left or right is always meant from the point of view of the Dirndl wearer. Don’t let the bow stop you from addressing your lady of the heart. Maybe she doesn’t know the traditions.