Woman’s Baeja

Choi Jin Woo: "I applied the short front and long back seen in baeja and po (overcoat in hanbok) from the Joseon period. While traditional baeja does not show contrast of colors of the outer and lining shells when worn, these pieces were given linings that are longer than the outer shells to show off the contrast of colors in front. The curve along the side of baeja comes from the characteristics of Joseon baeja - short front and long back - showing the beautiful curve seen in hanbok. Also, fabrics used for outer and lining shells and underarm cuts for outer and lining shells are made different to express diverse combinations seen in traditional baeja. By using wool for the outer shell and silk for the lining shell, neck band, and vest ties, I accentuated the elegance that comes from material."