Apron with genuine hand printing

Silk organza is a particularly fine, transparent silk weave with a slightly firm handle and a delicately shimmering surface. Despite its lightness, the fabric has an elegant firmness that lends volume and shape. This makes silk organza airy, refined and festive all at once

Hand printing

A hand-printing technique for textiles has been known since the 18th century. Its basis is the Model, the printing block: a solid length of wood into which the block cutter drives fine brass pins according to the motif. In demanding handwork, the negative of the sought-after motifs is created in this way. Correctly clamping the fabric, carefully inking the Model and finally placing it on the cloth with precision are what make up the skill of a true master of hand printing. A slight offset in the pattern, the so-called Modelzaumstond, proves the authenticity of the hand printing and makes each one unique. The precious Modeln were mostly passed on from generation to generation, yet motifs are lost again and again. Every surviving, unforgotten motif is therefore all the more valuable. Gössl has devoted itself to the singularity of the patterns themselves and digitised them. In this way the old motifs are preserved and can at the same time be shown creatively in new proportions.

Dupion silk

Dupion silk is a noble natural silk with a characterful, slightly irregular structure that arises from the spinning of double cocoons. Its lively shimmer gives the fabric particular depth and expression. At the same time it is pleasantly firm in the hand, holds its shape and always appears elegant – ideal for high-quality, festive Gwand

To every apron its bow

Where clothing itself once gave information about a woman's social standing, a new tradition has developed over the past decades. The knowledgeable lover of Tracht knows: depending on where the bow is worn, custom recognises different meanings.

Bow on the left – luck comes your way

If a woman wears the bow on the left side, she shows that she is not yet spoken for. Small, tasteful flirtations are therefore permitted.

Bow on the right – take care now

If a woman appears with her apron tied on the right, this means unmistakably that her heart already belongs to another. It also serves as protection against persistent suitors.

Bow in the middle

This is the traditional sign that the wearer is still a maiden. Those who are undecided also like to tie the bow here.

Bow at the back

With the bow tied at the back, the wearer shows that she is widowed.