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Girls Bavarian Dirndl Costume - German Beer Maid Heidi Dress
DELIVERY
- Dispatch: Within 24 Hours
- Registered & Express Post for ALL Orders.
- Pick up is available.
- Easy 14 days returns and exchanges
RETURNS
If you do not like the product you can return it within 14 days - no questions asked. This excludes stockings, gloves, swimwear and clearance sale items. We have an easy and hassle-free return policy. Please look at our Delivery & Returns section for further information.
PRODUCT DETAILS
What's in the Box
- Black-and-white gingham check bodice with decorative red lace-up front
- Bright red apron tier with embroidered floral ribbon trim
- Black skirt tier with matching embroidered edelweiss-style trim
- White ruffle hem and puff sleeves with elastic cuffs
This Girls Bavarian Dirndl Costume is a classic German folk dress brought to life — black-and-white check bodice, bright red apron, and a tiered skirt edged with embroidered edelweiss florals. The silhouette is pure storybook: square neckline, gathered puff sleeves, and a full skirt that swishes when she spins.
Standout piece is the gingham bodice with its red ribbon lace-up detail (decorative — back closes with a zip for easy on/off). Three-tiered skirt construction gives it movement and depth — red apron layer, black tier with floral trim, white ruffle hem. Puff sleeves are elasticised at the cuff for comfortable all-day wear, and the apron is stitched in at the waist so there's nothing to tie or fuss over at morning drop-off.
Perfect For
Book Week & Storybook Days: A natural pick for Heidi, Hansel and Gretel, or any German folktale parade.
Around the World Cultural Days: Perfect for German heritage presentations, international costume days, or any school event celebrating European cultures and traditions.
Oktoberfest & Festival Events: Brilliant for local Oktoberfest celebrations, family festivals, or dress-up play inspired by Alpine folk stories.
How to Wear It
Pair with white ankle socks and black Mary Janes or brown boots for the full dirndl effect. Hair in two plaits tied with red ribbons completes the Heidi look — skip modern accessories and stick with the folk-costume charm.
Parent FAQs
Q: What size should I order?
Check the size chart for chest and length measurements. The bodice is fitted through the torso, so if your child is between sizes or on the taller side, size up for length through the skirt.
Q: Can she wear this over regular clothes?
The bodice is cut close like a dress, so it's designed to be worn directly over underwear or with a thin singlet underneath. Not roomy enough for bulky layers, but fine with tights on a cold day.
Q: Is the lace-up front functional or just for show?
Decorative only — the red ribbon lacing is stitched in place. The back closes with a zip, so it's quick to get on and off without fiddling with ties.
Q: Does it come with the beer stein or boots shown in the photos?
No — those are staging props. You receive the dirndl dress with attached apron only. Boots and props sold separately.
Care: Hand wash cold, line dry. Iron gently if needed to freshen the gingham and apron.
SHIPPING & RETURNS
Returns Policy
We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
To start a return, you can contact us at sales@kidsbookweekcostumes.com.au.
If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return form, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
Shipping
We offer Flat Rates $9.8 for Registered Post or $14.8 for Express Post within Australia.