Blending in

http://www.amiexpat.com/2008/09/12/how-to-dress-like-a-german/

Fashion in Germany

Leading in country in the fashion industry behind France, Italy, and the US.

Unconventional and lots of variety

Berlin - (Fashion week)

Düsseldorf (Igedo – trade fair)

München, Hamburg, and Köln – (production)

Designers

Karl Lagerfeld

Hugo Boss

Wolfgang Joop

Jil Sander

Michael Michalsky

Etienne Aigner

Tomas Maier

Rudolph Moshammer

Torsten Amft

Dorothee Schumacher

Gabriele Strehle

Anja Gockel

Willy Bogner

Rudolf

Adi Dassler

BrandsBOSS

adidas

PUMA

Escada

JOOP!

MCM

Bruno Banani

Jil Sander

Strenesse

Triumph

Talbot Runhof

Kaviar Gauche

Rena Lange

Schiesser

Closed

Reusch

Valisere

Jack Wolfskin

Ulla Popken

Buffalo

Rohde

Zalando

Dr. Martens

P&C

Marc O'Polo

Tom Tailor

s.Oliver

Drykorn

Esprit

Wunderkind

ModelsClaudia Schiffer

Heidi Klum

Diane Kruger

Eva Padberg

Toni Garrn

Julia Stegner

Kirsten Dunst

Tatjana Patitz

Manon von Gerkan

Nico

Uschi Obermaier

Franziska Knuppe

Lena Gercke

Sara Nuru

Barbara Meier

Nadja Auermann

Claudia Ciesla

Aslı Bayram

Shermine Shahrivar

Evelyn Sharma

Marten Laciny

Lars Burmeister

Berlin Fashion Week

Since 2007

Since 2011 in front of Brandenburg Gate

One of the world’s for biggest with New York, Paris and Milano

Competition given where new designers can show in Marc Jacob’s show

Second show Berlin U-Bahn fashion show

Traditional Clothing

Tracht - identified a person as belonging to a particular group in terms of social and legal status (married, single), origin or trade

Women - the dirndl, consists of a closefitting bodice combined with an apron in a different color

A man's traditional clothing is made from leather, linen and wool. The 'Lederhosen', knee-length trousers or short-pants made from leather are worn with rustic shoes and wool socks

'tracht' on official occasions like weddings, festivals, etc.

Modern Fashion

Jil Sander redefined the classic chic with her well cut suits and costumes.

The Strenesse label successfully works with clear lines and a casual style. Their keynote style: elegant leisure wear at its best.

The renowned photographer Helmut Newton changed the genre of fashion photography through his groundbreaking work for magazines like 'Vogue', 'Marie Claire' or 'Elle'.

Men's Casual

Simple patterns and muted colors are appropriate for men in Germany. Khakis or dark jeans are acceptable, but slacks are never out of place. Leather shoes are customary, although slim, fashionable tennis shoes are fine, and older men wear whatever is most comfortable. German men rarely wear jewelry.

Women's Casual

Like the men, German women dress conservatively, in dark or Capri pants, pullovers, skirts and dresses. Any outfit may have a single colorful or distinct component that distinguishes the ensemble, but ornate jewelry is avoided.

Business

Both men and women in management wear very conservative suits, but office staff and tech sector employees dress casually. An international consultant visiting Germany is encouraged to confirm dress codes with his or her employer or client.

Formal

Germans dress up for dinner and social engagements, even if they're declared informal. Restaurants and events with a stated formal dress code are always "black tie."

Children

Children dress casually, as in America and elsewhere, though often in designer brands. Teens dress more colorfully than adults, but wear tasteful cuts and designs.

Current trends

http://fashionfinder.asos.com/fashion-trends/mens-ss12/street-style/berlin-134