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You can see the history of uniform since the establishment of Korean Air in 1969.

2005 1976 1991 1973 1986 1970 1980 1969

2005
The latest uniform is a creation of Italian designer Gianfranco Ferre. Its skirts and pants are designed with consideration of flight attendants' active cabin duties. During the development of this attire, the largest emphasis was placed on attaining harmony between modern global fashion appeal with a foundation of Korea's traditional and inherent beauty. While elegant and refined, the uniform is also comfortable, distinguished by its ergonomic design and the use of practical and supple fabrics.
1991
Designed by Dongsun Kim, this uniform holds the record for the longest period used. It boasted a classic look that remained current in fashion through the years while simultaneously reflecting traditional Korean beauty. In particular, the ribbon scarf sporting the Taegeuk pattern received world-wide recognition, and was considered a key icon symbolizing Korean Air.
1986
This uniform represented the first version to be created by a foreign designer, an American, Joyce Dixon . The commission was to develop a creation with the up-coming Asian Games and Olympic Games. The striped dress, accented by a red and blue motif belt, captured a traditional sense of beauty while providing comfort and ease in performing cabin duties.
1980
1980 marked the introduction of the Taegeuk patterned logo that is intrinsic to Korean Air in the uniform with the main colors used being red, blue, and white. The core elements included a jumper skirt and white blouse featuring the Korean Air logo print. The small red kerchief on the left breast of the jacket was noted for its splash of color.
1976
This demure and tidy uniform represents the sixth design. The jacket and skirt, as well as hat, were all of the same color, and a white blouse and scarf were added as accents to break up the monochromatic look. The blouse was designed in a short-sleeved version, and the skirt's length stopped at the knee. In addition, this marked the last time hats were included as part of the uniform.
1973
A naturally contoured hat and sky blue outfit accentuated the splendor of this uniform. A scarf was added to accentuate the airline's image and was received with favorable reviews.
1970
The flight attendant uniform evolved into a navy blue, wool one-piece. The same color was used for the hat, giving the uniform a consolidated appearance, and the design featured extra practicality including a jacket using the same design as the uniform. Overall, this uniform design is considered to have projected a sleek look.
1969
Designer Ok Song created the inaugural flight attendant uniforms for Korean Air . Highlighted by a beige top and crimson skirt, the uniform caused a popular splash due to the bright colored skirt, thus beginning a new fashion trend with other companies' uniforms.