May 29, 2026 | Burma Independent Voice
A high-tech fashion show in Seoul, South Korea, showcased innovation on the runway as human models and robots paired up to debut matching garments on the catwalk.
The event, held last Thursday, featured an array of intriguing designs ranging from Texas-style blue outfits complete with cowboy hats to retro-inspired silver jackets. Each human model walked in sync down the runway alongside a smaller android counterpart.
The garments—including silk gowns reminiscent of 1970s rock icon David Bowie and space-age loose black trousers—were meticulously tailored to fit the metallic frames of the robots.
Galaxy Corporation, the entertainment company behind the show, explained that the event aimed to address the question of how humans and robots will coexist in the future. Choi Yong-ho, the company’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), noted, “We realized that robots also need clothing. Just as every human has their own unique identity, we believe each robot should possess its own distinctive characteristics as well.”
A company spokesperson revealed that Galaxy Corporation designed the clothing line internally and aims to commercially launch the apparel under the brand name “MACH 33” by the end of this year.
The robotic models featured in the Seoul fashion show were humanoid robots manufactured by Unitree, a Chinese tech startup that has gained popularity for its cost-effective hardware. These increasingly agile robots have previously demonstrated their capabilities by executing synchronized dance routines and participating in athletic competitions.
According to projections by financial services firm Morgan Stanley, the global population of humanoid robots could surpass 1 billion by the year 2050. However, fully autonomous robots driven by physical AI remain rare, and most impressive demonstrations seen today are either remote-controlled or pre-programmed.
