Journal of Fashion Business (패션비즈니스)

The Korean Society of Fashion Business (한국패션비즈니스학회)
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A Study on Taekwondo Uniform Wear and Design Preference -Focused on Target General Consumer and Taekwondo Player-

태권도복 착용 현황 및 디자인 선호에 관한 연구 -일반 소비자와 태권도 선수를 대상으로-

  • Lee, Haeun (Dept. of Textiles & Fashion Design, Kyunghee University) ;
  • Choi, Jungwook (Dept. of Textiles & Fashion Design, Kyunghee University)
  • 이하은 (경희대학교 텍스타일.패션디자인학과) ;
  • 최정욱 (경희대학교 텍스타일.패션디자인학과)
  • Received : 2015.11.30
  • Accepted : 2016.04.14
  • Published : 2016.05.30
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Abstract

Currently, a lot of people are aware of their health and well-being, so they are concerned about their healthcare. 'Taekwondo' is one of the popular sports that Korean people are passionate about Taekwondo has also become globalized. The uniform of Taekwondo is gaining importance. Taekwondo involves a lot of movement, hence the pattern should facilitate the movement. In addition Taekwondo uniform pattern should meet the demands of functionality, fit and consumer design preferences. This study aimed to provide the basic data for development of Taekwondo uniform pattern based on design preferences and functionality to wearer satisfaction. The result of this method indicated fit and design details. Also, the length of pants, top, and sleeve was too wide, which has to more fitted for both of genders. For females, the breakpoint was too low, which requires some increase to make females feel more secure. In conclusion, the results of this study indicated that in order to increase 'Takwondo' value, Taekwondo uniform is required to be more fashionable and comfortable to wear, which could influence other sports wear.

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