Korean Style Outfit Trends for 2021
Korean male fashion trends have developed in response to the changing economic and cultural currents in South Korea. This small country lies in the Northeast area of Asia and has one of the fastest growing economies in the world today. The economic development has led to a rise in the demand for consumer goods, which have translated to a surge in the production of clothing. The rapid growth has also resulted in higher prices and lower profit margins for manufacturers. With this said, the companies have taken measures to increase their profits by improving their production methods as well as improving the design of their products.
While the focus of these efforts has been on improving the overall quality of the product, they have nevertheless made changes to cater to the ever-growing popularity of Korean pop and celebrity culture. The most notable among these changes is the adoption of a more masculine appearance by Korean males. Korean males are used to carrying themselves with pride and have come to represent the “masculine” side of the Korean culture. While these tend to be must haves for the colder months, fall jackets have also evolved into one of the hallmark classic pieces of Korean male fashion trends that extends past its primary function to lend warmth to its wearer.
These fall jackets are not only designed to protect the wearer from the chilly weather, but also serve to accent his masculinity. A typical fall jacket features a double breasted styled design featuring button flap collars with an adjustable front flap which allows for the user to determine how much exposure he wants to give to the jacket. A popularly designed Korean style outfit includes a pair of double-breasted black jackets with gray panels that resemble those of a biker jacket. The colors of these jackets tend to lean towards the more traditional colors of black and gray, rather than the more vibrant hues of fall. Fall jackets are a trend that has been around for quite some time, but it seems that this year there is even more interest in this iconic Korean fashion accessory as designers are coming up with new and innovative ways to wear these warm and cozy outfits.