Folk costumes are tradition in a tailored form. They mirror the creativity and craftsmanship of those who have been in the business for generations; they embody the soul of a true dressmaker. They tell of stories that stand for local patriotism, tribes and village communities.
The book “Trachten” features folk costumes from the whole of of Germany. Expect high quality portrait photography that shows off folk costumes from all corners of the country. Gregor Hohenberg, a fashion photographer, traversed the country in the course of 5 regions, crossing through 20 regions, taking care to feature their traditional costumes as well as their craftsmen’s treasures and farming communities. Folk costumes are complete contrasts to the fast-moving fashion of today – they remain as solid as a rock, and withstand the erosion of time.
Make no mistake; this isn’t a book about old-timey nostalgia. Hohenberg has made sure to depict the people in his photographs magnificently, allowing them to appear elegant and colourful. These high gloss shots depict a little-seen side of Germany, and tell a tale of tradition, pride, fashion and costumes, as well as the history of an ethnic group – all without uttering a single word.
49,90€
