Seoul Fashion Week: Our top 20 looks for F/W 2014-15

MF editorial team 03 Apr 2014 updated the 7 October 2015 à 00:03

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J.KOO FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
J Koo had what everything hip and trendy girl - and guy - want in a winter wardrobe. While the show started with all-black ensembles, neon colours were gradually added for more 80's inspired pieces.
One of our favourite looks however was this layered skirt/tube top/turtleneck pull combo which ticked all our boxes!
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lie FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
Lie Sang Bong's son Chung Chung Lee wowed us with his chic approach to streetwear including elegant and beautiful pieces like this white ensemble which combined an interesting mix of materials.
And don't get us started on those to-die-for flared leather pants...
3/20
andy and debb FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
Andy and Debb took us on a flight with their 'Fly Me' collection that featured retro slogan prints on coats, skirts and sweaters.
Bright pink for winter? Yes please!
4/20
big park FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
Oversized and fitted - we still can't figure out how the designers at BIG PARK managed to create flattering shapes which highlighted the body yet remained very discreet and far from being 'figure hugging'.
This coat is one reason we can't wait for next winter to come!
5/20
canezou FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
Canezou's 'Barbie'-inspired collection was obviously a labour of love for the designer behind the label, who showed the varying stages of a woman's life through looks - which ranged from casual to classic and dressy.
We loved the colourful brocade coats the most as they were lady-like yet playful.
6/20
cres. e dim FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
Subtle prints ruled at Cres. E DIM show where a city skyline charcoal-like print was juxtaposed over minimal and clean cuts in shades of black, grey,white and baby pink.
We love the simplicity in these creative looks and the accessories which completed them to perfection.
7/20
demoo parkchoonmoo FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
Faultless is the only word to describe Demoo Parkchoonmoo's collection which looked and felt extraordinary.
The clever layering, visible stitching technique and mixing of various materials is something only a master designer like Demi Park could do so well.
Love,love, love!
8/20
johnny hates jazz FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
There was nothing to hate about JOHNNY HATES JAZZ collection.
The sleek lines, leather and fur combo and clean monochrome palette - it all felt so effortless and chic.
9/20
kaal e suktae FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
From the dramatic over-sized hats to the fringing and black/white colour blocking - it's easy to say that Kaal E Suktae's collection was one of our favourites during Seoul Fashion Week.
Daring and edgy - how can we not love it?
10/20
kaal e suktae FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
11/20
kim chul ung mode FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
Perfection is in the details when it comes to KIM CHUL UNG. We loved the intricacy and subtlety especially when it came to outerwear and coats.
And this teal colour was breathtaking!
12/20
partsparts FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
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partsparts FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
It was all about mixing art with fashion at PartsARTs show. We loved the oversized yet chic cuts and pops of colour which made every garment look like a wearable 3D painting.
14/20
r. shemiste FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
A coat with cutout skyline hem...what's not to love when it comes to the 'classic with a twist' approach of R. SHEMISTE collection?
15/20
s=yz FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
Prints were prominent at S=YZ show yet the piece which stole the show for us was this sheer leather-lined full skirt which reminded us of Rihanna.
We want!
16/20
Singapore designers showcase: A.W.O.L. FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
Singapore was well represented in the south Korean capital with designers such as A.W.O.L. who took daring choices and showed some fun and funky looks on the catwalk. We especially love this colourful houndstooth coat with matching hat!
17/20
soulpot studios FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
SOULPOT STUDIOS know how to make clothes with soul. We loved their urban-inspired pieces with worn and freyed edges which reflected their theme of 'retracing' the city of Seoul.
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s=yz FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
S=YZ had their signature print which combined a man's and a woman's profiles blown up in unsual pastel colours and on outerwear.
We couldn't think af anything better to brighten up a gloomy winter's day than this colourful coat!
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choiboko FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
Pops of neon yellow peaked out of the black jackets and coats at Choiboko's show. It was a fresh approach and showed us that even in winter, we can still get away with some bright colours - in the right dose.
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lie sang bong FW14-15 AT SEOUL FASHION WEEK
What stood out the most at Korea's most promiment designer's show is the fabric manipulation which showed his mastery of technique. We loved this warm and cozy-looking blue coat in particular.

With over 75 shows, it was hard to choose our top looks of the season. Yet these designers have captured our imagination – and hearts – with their exceptional collections.

From minimal to extravagant, monochrome to neons – this season’s Seoul Fashion Week had every style imaginable represented on the catwalk.

For those of us familiar with Korean fashion, the first thing that comes to mind is ‘easy to wear’. For some reason – and unlike their Japanese neighbours – the South Koreans have managed to establish their fashion identity as one which is cool, edgy yet wearable.

But that’s only one reason to like it.

After a week of over 75 shows displaying incredible talent from both the young and established designers – it was time for us to choose some of the looks which stood out the most and summarized what Korean fashion is all about.

Not an easy task, but by following our better judgement and intuition we managed to do it. We hope you like them as much as we do!

Rana Wehbe-Flinter

Photos: Seoul Fashion Week

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Seoul Fashion Week F/W 2014: Streetstyle photos

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