# Hard Liquor Hats The Wiesnhelts Are the Perfect Safety Accessory for Oktoberfest By Omar Yusuf | Published 2011-09-06 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wiesnhelts References: [helt-pro](http://www.helt-pro.com/) Oktoberfest is almost upon the unsuspecting citizens of Munich, and the best way to remain safe during the drunken revelry is by wearing a Wiesnhelt (German for Oktoberfest helmet). The 18-day festival, held annually throughout Germany's Bavarian region, is a time for unadulterated bacchanalia -- flagons of pilsner, [roasted pork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oktoberfest-beer-brats) and buxom barmaids are all vital ingredients to a successful Oktoberfest. Yet, despite drinking until temporary blindness, the locals take safety very seriously and what's more safe than a helmet? Named for the field which hosts the festival, the Wiesnhelt is a hardhat made to look like the traditional Bavarian cap. Design company brandHelt-Pro makes it clear that safety and style aren't mutually exclusive and encourages [cyclists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wnd-helmet) to enjoy the festivities while maintaining a decorum of style. Just don't expect these helmets to keep your head safe from a hangover. Oh, and remember to drink safely! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Oktoberfest Safety Gear:** Opportunity to create safety gear, beyond helmets, for the Oktoberfest and other similar events, that is both stylish and functional. - **Functional Novelty Wearables:** Design opportunity for creating functional safety wearables that combine novelty style elements, like the Wiesnhelts, with functional safety features. - **Drinking Safety Products:** Opportunity to create and market innovative drinking safety products beyond helmets, like glasses that indicate levels of inebriation, to promote responsible drinking during events. ### Where This Applies - **Design:** Opportunity for design companies to create and market functional safety wearables that incorporate style elements for unique events like the Oktoberfest. - **Safety Gear:** Opportunity for safety gear manufacturers to expand beyond traditional helmets for events like Oktoberfest in order to create a wider range of safety products and accessories. - **Alcohol/ Beverages:** Opportunity to create new and innovative drinking safety products for promoting responsible drinking during events, such as Oktoberfest. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whisky-Holding Derby Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-lids.md) - [Smart Safety-Focused Hardhats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connected-hard-hat.md) - [Smart Safety Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smarthat.md) - [Road-Ready Disco Ball Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disco2disco-disco-ball-helmet.md) - [Beer-Proof Ponchos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pint-cho.md) - [Oktoberfest-Inspired Restaurant Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-haus-oktoberfest.md) - [Deftly Balanced Oktoberfest Lagers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oktoberfest-lager.md) - [Non-Alcoholic Oktoberfest Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oktoberfest-beer.md) - [Scallop Shell-Constructed Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shellmet.md)