South Korea Men Fashion: What's In and Out Among Office Employees Today?

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South Korea has recently witnessed a significant shift in fashion, with employees embracing new options for their office attire. Once dominated by formal clothing, workplaces now feature a wider variety of styles beyond traditional suits.

This trend is not limited to offices; the fashion retail industry as a whole is also undergoing changes in response to the evolving preferences of customers. Not only that, but Koreans are embracing a new way to show their personality through clothes.

Dig deeper into the article to get a clear picture of the ongoing trend, what led to it, and how it transformed the fashion industry and men’s wardrobes.

 

What’s New in Office Fashion for Men in South Korea?

These days, male employees in South Korea have much more freedom to wear what they want in the office. They are no longer limited to using suits each day. Still, there are minor rules they must follow.

For instance, one major advanced materials agency—where human resources officer Roh HeeJae works—allows people to wear almost anything. However, this doesn't apply to the teams where members are “culturally required” to wear suits.

South Korea Men Fashion: What's In and Out Among Office Employees Today?

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Men in their agency can wear comfortable clothing, including hoodies, shorts, and even sneakers. However, severely ripped jeans, slippers, or overly revealing clothes are prohibited.

Roh said that the organizat