Highlights from Seoul Fashion Week

One of the most anticipated shows ofSeoul Fashion Week,J. KooandSongziohad spectators both inside and outside of the event. Usually a popular show, the runway featured actors and Kpop idols.

Husband and wife duoJ.Koo,designersJinwoo-Choiand Yeonjoo-Koo, displayed delicate looks. Some see-through tops, ruffles, lace, cropped pants paired with fishnet socks made up the ensembles, but the crowd, made up of the youth of Korea was exceptionally excited despite the simplicity.

Established in 2010, their brand is deeply inspired by theEnglish style of men’s tailoring.

J.Koowas named one of the winners of 2015’sInternational Woolmark Prizefor the Asia region, along withMunsoo Kwon. The prize celebrates outstanding fashion talents from around the globe who showcase the beauty and versatility of Merino wool. It is the world’s most prestigious award for rising fashion stars.

TheSONGZIOcollection was beautiful, straddling the boundary between simplicity and abstraction, with influences from nature to ornament the boring norm of business wear. Other pieces expressed an Indian influenceevident inkurtas,with a loose fit and a-line cut.

One of the many exciting aspects ofSeoul Fashion Weekis seeing which Kpop stars will show up to the event butLee Jungshin, the bassist ofCNBLUEand an actor, returned again this year to model forSONGZIO. Svelte and standing at 188cm, the artist’s presence was that of a natural on the runway. The Kpop star walkedalong with fellow actorsOh Ji Ho,Song Jong Ho, andCho Yeon Woo.

Check out the Songzio runway below.

(Kmusic)