For the love of traditional dress

Legend says that the profession originated in the mountains, explains Leonard Schliez, who works with Barbara Merk at the Säcklerei. In the 15th and 16th centuries, Säcklers originally made leather bags for transporting coal. Later on, they started making leather trousers for the people living in the mountains, who have to slide across the floor on their knees while working. This meant that trousers made of fabric would wear thin and get holes. Trousers made from leather are resilient and extremely robust. Plus they're really comfortable to wear.

Initially used as work clothes, Lederhosen developed into a real modern trend—and have undergone a revival in recent years: "It's just part of our traditional dress, our 'Gwand.' They are comfortable and environmentally friendly. You notice it on your skin, Lederhosen feel really comfortable to wear and almost become part of me," Leonard Schlienz says with certainty.

Elaborate embroidery gives the trousers an individual touch.