Octoberfest outfit worn by Dorothee Baer: Dirndl at the Chancellery lobby - Dorothee Bear donning traditional Bavarian Wiesn attire:
Dorothee Bär Makes Headlines with Unconventional Fashion Statements
Federal Research Minister Dorothee Bär, a member of the CSU (Christian Social Union) party, has once again made headlines for her fashion choices in political settings. In 2021, Bär participated notably as a member of Armin Laschet's "Zukunftsteam" (future team) for the federal election, where she was responsible for digital and technology policy topics.
Last year, Bär made a bold fashion statement at the presentation of the German Computer Game Award. She wore a design by Marina Hoermanseder, which included a tight skirt and a pink top. This fashion statement was not connected to an employee party or themed around Oktoberfest, contrary to some speculations.
In 2015, Bär made another notable fashion statement by wearing an FC Bayern Munich jersey to a Bundestag session. This unconventional choice was also not related to an employee party or Oktoberfest theme.
Bär's fashion statements in political settings are noteworthy, and she has made headlines with her choices on multiple occasions. In 2019, she caused a stir by wearing a dirndl to a cabinet meeting, an outfit that was worn in defiance of the usual dress code.
The spokesperson for Bär explained that the dirndl was worn for the employee party in her ministry, which took place at the Federal Chancellery. The occasion was part of a celebration, and the employee party was themed as an Oktoberfest. Bär went directly from the cabinet meeting to the opening of the party.
Bär's fashion choices have become a signature part of her public image. From the FC Bayern Munich jersey to the Marina Hoermanseder design, Bär's unconventional fashion statements continue to make waves in the political world.
