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http://dx.doi.org/10.5850/JKSCT.2009.33.6.869

A Study on Tecktonik Culture and Fashion  

Kwon, Sang-Hee (Dept. of Clothing & Textiles, Seoul National University)
Ha, Ji-Soo (Dept. of Clothing & Textiles, Seoul National University)
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Journal of the Korean Society of Clothing and Textiles / v.33, no.6, 2009 , pp. 869-879 More about this Journal
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to understand the Tecktonik culture and fashion, and to compare its features in Korea and France. Unlike prior studies which mainly dealt with subcultures in the U. S. and the U. K., this study paid attention to the condition of Korea. Tecktonik is a dance and music craze that originated in France in 2000, and spread worldwide via the Internet. The main features of Tecktonik fashion are slim fit, vivid colors, and high-top sneakers, which represent current fashion and culture trends, and express the feeling of Tecktonik music and dance. Compared to France, Korean Tecktonik fashion emphasizes sexual attraction of women with short skirt, while men are conservative about mohican hairstyle and dark make-up. In France, Tecktonik has become a sound social amusement, while in Korea it has been used for advertisements or entertainer's fashion style. The subcultural characteristics of Tecktonik were identified as playfulness, the active use of digital media, and high commercial value. In France where Tecktonik is for participating in a joyful dance, playfulness is prominent, and in Korea where Tecktonik acts as a visual entertainment, commercial value is outstanding. It has made differences in Tecktonik fashion of the two countries.
Keywords
Tecktonik; Tecktonik fashion; Subculture;
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