On the Costume Culture in South Korean Movies and Television Series and Its Creative Industries

  • Shi, Vajuan (English Department, Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology) ;
  • Guo, Pingjian (English Department, Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology)
  • Received : 2010.01.27
  • Accepted : 2010.04.30
  • Published : 2010.05.31

Abstract

The goal of this study is to analyze the influence of the costume culture of South Korean movies and television series on the development of fashion industry. South Korean movies and television series make full use of the influence of costume culture to advocate Korea's national spirit and character as well as the confidence and vigor of the young generation. They contribute to establishing South Korea as a country with a graceful, modern appearance and great cultural heritage. The presentation and promotion of its costume culture in movie and television series stimulates its cultural competence and advances its cultural creative industry. The spread of Korean costume culture has become the pioneer and foreshadowing of clothing industries and greatly underpins its advancement overseas. In concert, the development of clothing industry helps the spread of Korean costume culture.

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