The Hottest Menswear Trade Show, Pitti Uomo, Welcomes South Korean Streetwear Brand POST ARCHIVE FACTION (PAF) as Honorary Guest Designer for SS25 Collection
Get ready, fashion lovers! The highly anticipated Pitti Uomo trade show is back and it’s bringing some serious heat. This July 2025 edition will feature South Korean streetwear brand POST ARCHIVE FACTION (PAF) as its honorary guest designer, debuting their SS25 collection. And let us tell you, it’s going to be epic.
South Korea Takes the Fashion World by Storm
Supported by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the Korea Creative Content Agency, PAF is set to make a splash at Pitti Uomo. Founded in 2018 by Dongjoon Lim and Sookyo Jeong, the brand has quickly gained global recognition for its unconventional streetwear. With a focus on innovative techniques and materials, PAF has collaborated with major brands like On and Clarks, putting their avant-garde spin on popular styles.
Pitti Uomo Recognizes the Relevance of South Korean Brands
In an exclusive statement to WWD, Pitti Immagine’s director of communications and events, Lapo Cianchi, highlighted the growing importance of South Korean brands in the fashion industry. “For several seasons now at Pitti, we’ve been paying particular attention to the culture and aesthetic of South Korea,” he said. “It’s a growing market, highly significant for Italian fashion and for the fair.” Cianchi also praised the country’s young creatives for their versatility and ability to connect different artistic languages and disciplines.
Stay Tuned for PAF’s Presentation at Pitti Uomo
Excited yet? We sure are. Keep an eye out for updates on PAF’s presentation at Pitti Uomo on Hypebeast. Trust us, you won’t want to miss it.

