They wear it in a bun at the back of their head and covered with a prayer cap. Married women wear white prayer caps, single women wear black ones. Men and boys wear plain, modest suits of a dark color. The jackets are cut straight with no lapels and are closed with hooks and eyes. Amish men wear either straw or black wide brimmed hats.
Married men wear beards, while single men are clean shaven.
The Amish plain way of dressing is a way for them to remain humble and separate from the rest of the world. There are many attractions for the entire family in Lancaster County. Visitors can experience a ride in an old time steam engine, amusement parks, buggy rides, shopping outlets, tour a working Amish farm and see an interactive children s museum. Accommodations range from camp ground facilities to full service hotels. Farm Bed and Breakfasts are a great way to observe farm life first hand, as well as an opportunity to make new friends.