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German Clothing vs American Clothing

 Clothing is a type of self-expression everywhere. It also is a type of expression through culture. When it comes to clothing both, Germany and the US range from different influences and ways it has shaped fashion today. Things like society and history influence fashion in each country, as well as seasonal differences and individual preferences. These differences separate the two drastically and show the different types of identities that live in both countries.

    Seasonal clothing differences between Germany and America are influenced by climate and cultural preferences. In Germany where the temperature changes, Germans choose clothing that embraces different weather conditions. Layering and quality outerwear are important to German fashion, especially in the freezing months. While in the United States has different climates across the country which causes a large diversity of clothing. Temperatures are a variety they experience all four seasons.

     German and American clothing styles have very different looks on style when it comes to culture. In Germany traditional garments like the Dirndl and Lederhosen are more than just fashion, they are a part of their culture. These garments are vital to their culture, and a very big part of it. They tend to wear it during oktoberfest and other festivals. Germans favor practicality and quality in their outfits things like durability over fleeting trends. America on the other hand shows a diverse mix of influences. With styles from the East Coast and more laid-back outfits of the West, American fashion embraces individual expression. The difference between the two countries is the everyday lives they have different ways of expressing themselves through fashion and trends and keeping up with their everyday lives.

     For more information visit:

https://people.howstuffworks.com/culture-traditions/national-traditions/german-tradition2.htm#:~:text=Lederhosen%2C%20which%20means%20%22leather%20trousers,or%20blouse%2C%20and%20a%20skirt 

https://templeuabroad.blog/2022/04/19/german-vs-u-s-fashion/ 

https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-there-really-a-difference-between-european-and-american-fashion 

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