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http://dx.doi.org/10.5850/JKSCT.2007.31.6.879

Acceptance of Fashion Forecast as Reflected in the Street Fashion in Korea  

Yu, Hae-Kyung (Dept. of Fashion & Industry, University of Incheon)
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Journal of the Korean Society of Clothing and Textiles / v.31, no.6, 2007 , pp. 879-891 More about this Journal
Abstract
Forecasting is a critical task for fashion companies because of continuous change in fashion and long process lead-time. Therefore, it is of great importance for both scholars and companies to understand how forecasted fashion styles are accepted by consumers. This research aimed to investigate consumer acceptance of fashion styles in Korea. The study examined and compared oversea collections of women's wear to the street fashion in Korea for seven seasons from 02 s/s to 05 s/s. Information on oversea collections were obtained from the magazine, Fashion Show, and the street fashion information from Seoul Fashion Design Center. The results showed that overall trends presented in oversea collections have been well accepted, while acceptance of specific styles or items varied. During the period of this research, sporty style and feminine style were very strong in the street fashion. Many styles and items were modified and selectively accepted probably because of cultural differences and limitations of mass production. Some styles which were presented in oversea collections were not accepted in Korea, and at the same time some cases were observed only in the street fashion in Korea. The results of this study provide guidelines for Korean apparel companies in merchandise planning and empirical findings to deepen the understanding on Korean society with respect to fashion.
Keywords
Fashion acceptance; Fashion forecast; Street fashion; Korean fashion; Fashion collection;
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