• The Korean Fashion and Textile Research Journal
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• v.26 no.4
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• pp.380-392
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• 2024

The purpose of this study was to analyze 374 pieces of data by conducting a survey from September 10 to September 23, 2023. An online survey agency was employed to understand the effect of the narcissism of the "MZ" generation (Millennials and Generation Z) on the compensated consumption of luxury fashion products. The results are as follows. First, the narcissism factors of the MZ generation were "outside excessive self-consciousness" and "Self-holic." The compensated consumption factors were derived from positive and negative compensated consumption. Second, significant differences were found in positive/negative compensated consumption according to the birth years of individuals in the MZ generation, and occupation was found to have significant differences only in negative compensated consumption. Third, both the narcissism and luxury-compensated consumption factors had a significant and positive (+) relationship. Fourth, the narcissism factor had a significant and positive (+) effect on positive compensated consumption but the narcissism factor had a significant effect only on negative compensated consumption. This study is meaningful because it identifies the characteristics of narcissism and compensated consumption of the MZ generation, which has emerged as a major group of consumers. Further, implications for marketing strategies related to the compensated consumption of luxury brands are presented.

• Journal of Fashion Business
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• v.28 no.2
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• pp.92-108
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• 2024

This study examines the measures and implementation strategies needed to develop sustainable design from an international perspective, using examples of sustainability practices and product planning from Helen Kaminski, a representative fashion brand of positive luxury. The research method includes a literature study on positive luxury, a case study on positive luxury brands, and an empirical study where the researcher participated in the development of Helen Kaminski's design. The study identifies the following measures needed to develop designs for sustainable products: First, the development of designs that increase circularity; Second, the use of certified materials and strict adherence to material usage; Third, the simplification of production methods or development of new technologies for this purpose; Fourth, ensuring that design development incorporate the traditions and unique handicraft techniques of the local community. The implementation strategies required for a sustainable product planning process are as follows. First, changes in the product planning stage and expansion of participating members are needed. Second, securing and conducting prior inspections of the supply chain for ethical sourcing is required. Third, prioritizing the use of eco-friendly materials and material development. Fourth, establishing a stage for selecting and evaluating objects that will become representative designs with sustainability. As a result, this study can serve as basic data to strengthen corporate competitiveness and establish itself as a fashion brand for sustainability through actionable strategies applicable to the domestic fashion industry in the future.

• Science of Emotion and Sensibility
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• v.25 no.3
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• pp.91-106
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• 2022

This study targets four Soho fashion shopping malls that are operating successfully in the online fashion market. This study analyzed the entrepreneurship process by dividing it into three stages. The results of the case study are as follows. In the case of Company S, the founder, who had little work experience, started an e-commerce business with a sense of fashion and entrepreneurship. It is a contemporary, casual brand with competitive prices, design power, and diverse product assortment, and the business performance was achieved through data management and analysis and the diversification of distribution channels. In the case of Company B, the founder, who had little work experience, started a manufacturing and e-commerce business by leveraging their SNS network capabilities and entrepreneurial spirit. It is a contemporary fashion brand with product competitiveness of specific items and start-up characteristics, and performance was achieved through the establishment of brand identity and market expansion. Third, Company M and Company C are examples of Soho fashion shopping malls where the founders with more extensive work experience at the time of founding their respective start-ups focused on brand recognition as their core competitiveness. In the case of Company M, the apparel brand was launched with a wealth of experience and design spirit. It is a fashion designer brand that stands out for its sensibility, and the owner has achieved performance through various entrepreneurial activities that broaden the corporate horizon. Company C is a manufacturing and e-commerce brand that was started with design capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit. It is a luxury fashion brand that focuses on emotional expression, and the outcomes, such as brand recognition and sales, were achieved through active customer management. The results of this study can be used as basic data in education for and research of Soho shopping malls and the prospective founders.