
1990s · 2010s · South Korean
Production
ready-to-wear
Material
silk
Culture
South Korean
Movement
Minimalism
Influences
traditional Korean hanbok pleating · contemporary minimalist design
A contemporary cream silk skirt featuring multiple horizontal tiers of knife pleats that create dramatic volume and texture. The high waistband sits at the natural waist, creating a fitted silhouette through the hips before expanding into layered pleated sections. Each tier appears to be constructed with precise accordion pleating, with the pleats maintaining sharp creases throughout. The skirt falls to mid-calf length, with each pleated layer creating dimensional movement. The construction demonstrates sophisticated tailoring techniques, combining traditional pleating methods with modern proportions. The silk fabric has a matte finish that enhances the geometric precision of the pleated structure.
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Lineage: “traditional Korean hanbok pleating”