Published Date : Dec 12, 2019 / Edited Date : Jun 19, 2023
Korea is one of just a few countries in the northern hemisphere that distinctively go through all four seasons of the year. Autumn, between a muggy summer and cold winter, is a favorite season for many. It is a pity that fall in Korea is getting shorterand shorter due to global warming. Here, we will present a few clothing tips for you so you can fully enjoy Korean autumn during your stay in the country.
Comfy & casual everday clothes
Sweatshirts
Sweatshirts may be the most sought after clothes during autumn in Korea. Sweatshirts, also called “man-to-man” in Korea, are long-sleeved T-shirts that have no hood and are slightly thicker than basic T-shirts with banded sleeves and hems. Sweatshirts are more diverse, especially in their design, than other clothes. On the streets of Seoul in autumn, you can see people wearing sweatshirts of all sorts of design according to their personal preferences. You may see character designs, patterned designs, monochromatic designs, and letter or graphic designs. Ordinary sweatshirts are okay until around the middle of October after which you might want to wear a sweatshirt made of a thicker (napped) fabric to keep you warm enough.
A must-have item for the fall
Trench Coat
When it comes to clothing, the first thing that comes to mind in autumn are trench coats which were first created during the First World War to help British and Allied forces survive in the extreme cold of trenches. After the war ended, the coat emerged as a timeless fashion item and has remained so to this day. Trench coats are especially popular with women in Korea, but nowadays they are also loved by many men looking for aesthetic outfits as they come in various lengths, colors, and designs. Trench coats are suitable for formal occasions and dates as well. You can wear them to any type of events, anywhere in the country.
Jacket over a T-shirt
Jackets have many names in Korea like jumpers, outer garments, or coats. Jackets usually have zippers or buttons that can be used easily whenever necessary. Outfit recommendation for autumn in Korea are rather difficult because of occasional drastic temperature fluctuations which can occur over the course of a day. If you are not familiar with the autumn temperatures of Korea, you might as well wear a short sleeved T-shirt and a jacket so that you can button the jacket up or take it off depending on the temperature.
Stay warm & cozy
Knitwear
Knitwear refers to clothes made by knitting wool or another type of thread into joined rows. Due to its insulating properties, knitwear it great at keeping you warm. Knitwear is diverse in pattern and design according to the different techniques used for knitting. With a touch of warmth and softness, knitwear can be categorized into the fisherman knit, cable knit, Fair Isle knit, and the Breton knit. The cable knit is the most popular in the country. Autumn is called the knitting season! How about showing off your fashion sense with some warm, lightweight knitwear before the chilly winter arrives?
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