{"product_id":"kids-bavarian-dirndl-costume-german-oktoberfest-dress-with-apron","title":"Kids Bavarian Dirndl Costume - German Oktoberfest Dress with Apron","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloral dirndl dress with built-in white puff-sleeve blouse and lace trim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavy blue apron overlay with white lace hem band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavy satin ribbon sash (ties at back)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Kids Bavarian Dirndl Costume turns cultural day at school into a Alps-village moment — floral bodice with decorative lace-up detail, full gathered skirt beneath a navy apron overlay, and white puff sleeves trimmed in lace at the cuffs and neckline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe floral print runs soft pastels (pink, blue, cream blooms on a light ground), the navy apron sits over the skirt with a gathered waist and white lace hem, and the built-in white blouse gives classic peasant-sleeve volume. Navy satin ribbon wraps the waist and ties in a bow at the back — wear it loose for photo day or snug for active play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Week \u0026amp; Storybook Dress-Up\u003c\/strong\u003e: A natural pick for Heidi (Johanna Spyri's Swiss Alps girl), German folktale characters, or any international-literature parade where your child needs a European village look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural \u0026amp; Multicultural Days\u003c\/strong\u003e: Works for Oktoberfest celebrations, Harmony Day costume parades, international food festivals, or German heritage days at school — especially when paired with braids and a folk-music playlist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThemed Parties \u0026amp; Family Events\u003c\/strong\u003e: Birthday parties with a travel-the-world theme, Alpine-inspired fancy dress, or any event where she wants to dress like a storybook village girl from the mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Wear It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with white knee socks and Mary Jane shoes for the full traditional look, or let her wear sneakers if she'll be running around at school. Braid her hair in two plaits and skip modern accessories — the costume does the talking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eParent FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What size should I order?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the size chart image on this listing — measure her chest and height, then match to the closest size. The bodice is fitted, the skirt has room, and the apron overlay is forgiving at the waist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Can she wear this over regular clothes, or does she need anything underneath?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dress is complete on its own (built-in blouse sleeves, full skirt). In cooler weather she can wear a white long-sleeve tee underneath the puff sleeves, or white leggings under the skirt for warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is the lace-up detail functional, or is it just decorative?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecorative — the lace-up crisscross on the bodice is sewn in place for the traditional dirndl look. The dress fastens at the back (likely zipper or button closure, not shown in images).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Will this work for Oktoberfest or just Book Week?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorks beautifully for both — it's a genuine dirndl silhouette that fits Oktoberfest, German cultural events, and Book Week when she's dressing as Heidi or another Alps-village character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spot clean or gentle hand wash; hang to dry. Iron the apron and ribbon on low if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kids Book Week Costumes","offers":[{"title":"XS","offer_id":52478413275410,"sku":"tt3604-XS","price":43.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"S","offer_id":52478413308178,"sku":"tt3604-S","price":43.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":52478413340946,"sku":"tt3604-M","price":43.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":52478413373714,"sku":"tt3604-L","price":43.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":52478413406482,"sku":"tt3604-XL","price":43.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/8382\/6962\/files\/1_a84e9aba-18e8-4faa-a6f8-8d5901622574.jpg?v=1783085894","url":"https:\/\/kidsbookweekcostumes.com.au\/products\/kids-bavarian-dirndl-costume-german-oktoberfest-dress-with-apron","provider":"Kids Book Week Costumes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}