Journal of Fashion Business (패션비즈니스)

The Korean Society of Fashion Business (한국패션비즈니스학회)
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A Delphi Study the Appropriateness of Commercial Maternity Wear -Focusing on Designs Preferred during Pregnancy and Postpartum-

델파이 기법을 활용한 시판 마터니티웨어 디자인의 적합성 연구 -임신기 및 출산 후 선호하는 디자인을 중심으로-

  • Lee, Yeonji (Dept. of Fashion Design, Gangneung-Wonju National University) ;
  • Nam, Youngran (Dept. of Fashion Design, Gangneung-Wonju National University) ;
  • Um, Sohee (Dept. of Fashion Design, Gangneung-Wonju National University)
  • 이연지 (국립 강릉원주대학교 패션디자인학과) ;
  • 남영란 (국립 강릉원주대학교 패션디자인학과) ;
  • 엄소희 (국립 강릉원주대학교 패션디자인학과)
  • Received : 2020.04.29
  • Accepted : 2020.06.08
  • Published : 2020.09.30
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Abstract

The purpose of this study is to identify the design features appropriate for the altered physical characteristics of pregnant women and formulate the direction of future design and development of maternity wear. A Delphi research method based on a panel of experts and pregnant women was used and the survey was conducted to determine the suitability of maternity wear. The survey found that A-line silhouette outerwear with round necklines, with wide sleeves and snap-button fastening on the front with a formal and decent look was considered appropriate as maternity and postpartum wear. Shirts and blouses long enough to cover the hip area to complement women's curvy and full figures, especially around the bust, waist, and hip areas during the later stages of pregnancy were found to be appropriate. Calf-length pleated skirts were comfortable to wear during pregnancy due to the abundant freedom of movement and space offered by pleats. Ankle-length straight leg pants were rated appropriate in terms of comfort and style both during late stages of pregnancy and at work postpartum. Dresses decorated with pleats from the armholes all the way down to the knees were found to provide high levels of comfort at the abdomen, chest, and hips, and considered appropriate. Based on this study results, a follow-up study will be conducted to examine the design of maternity wear during pregnancy as well as at work after pregnancy.

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