Swiss Trachten: Alpine Folk Dress Guide
Hannah Wickes·Published
Trachten Defined
German-speaking term for traditional regional dress. Each Swiss canton has distinctive styles.
Bernese Tracht
- Black velvet bodice with silver chain
- White blouse with puffed sleeves
- Red skirt (unmarried) or green (married)
- Silk apron, lace cap
Appenzell
Gold and silver filigree headpieces (Goldhaubli) and embroidered bodice panels.
