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Female flight attendant - Korean Air Uniform
1974 ~ 1975
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This uniform exemplifies a very classic international airline style of the 1970s. The ensemble is built around a muted, matte blue suit, with a tone that sits between navy and gray-blue. The restrained color palette reflects the strong emphasis airlines of that era placed on reliability, safety, and professionalism, while also resonating with the technological atmosphere of the early jet age.
In terms of tailoring, the uniform follows a standard suit configuration, pairing a tailored jacket with a knee-length skirt. The lines are straight and the structure clearly defined, with conservative proportions at the shoulders and waist. This approach reflects how uniform design in the 1970s was still heavily influenced by governmental dress codes and Western formalwear. The jacket features a single-breasted design and avoids a close-fitting silhouette, instead allowing sufficient ease of movement to accommodate long duty hours and practical cabin operations. Overall, the silhouette is stable and disciplined, prioritizing order and authority over the emphasis of feminine curves.
The patterned silk scarf in red, white, and blue worn at the neckline is the most visually dynamic element of the uniform. Its colors break up the monotony of the blue suit while reinforcing the airline’s international identity and aligning with the design logic common at the time—concentrating corporate identity colors in accessories. The scarf is tied neatly and positioned relatively high on the neckline, naturally drawing attention to the upper body and enhancing the overall sense of alertness and professionalism.
In terms of tailoring, the uniform follows a standard suit configuration, pairing a tailored jacket with a knee-length skirt. The lines are straight and the structure clearly defined, with conservative proportions at the shoulders and waist. This approach reflects how uniform design in the 1970s was still heavily influenced by governmental dress codes and Western formalwear. The jacket features a single-breasted design and avoids a close-fitting silhouette, instead allowing sufficient ease of movement to accommodate long duty hours and practical cabin operations. Overall, the silhouette is stable and disciplined, prioritizing order and authority over the emphasis of feminine curves.
The patterned silk scarf in red, white, and blue worn at the neckline is the most visually dynamic element of the uniform. Its colors break up the monotony of the blue suit while reinforcing the airline’s international identity and aligning with the design logic common at the time—concentrating corporate identity colors in accessories. The scarf is tied neatly and positioned relatively high on the neckline, naturally drawing attention to the upper body and enhancing the overall sense of alertness and professionalism.
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Female flight attendant
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1978 ~ 1979 -
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Female flight attendant wearing a jacket
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Female flight attendant wearing a jacket
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