TV Highlights for August 5: Emphasis on Korea Week in The Great British Sewing Bee
In the world of fashion and television, August 5th promises an exciting lineup for viewers in the UK. On BBC1, The Great British Sewing Bee will air at 9 pm, marking Korea Week - a celebration of Korea's rich fashion and textile traditions.
This week, inspired by the show's broader tradition of exploring global textiles and designs, saw the inclusion of Korean culture's influence on fashion and pop culture. Renowned fashion designer Eudon Choi, known for his London Fashion Week presentations, graced the show as a special guest judge, bringing authentic cultural insight to the judging process.
The sewers were faced with a series of challenges designed to push their creativity and technical skills to the limit. The Pattern Challenge involved constructing the jeogori, a traditional Korean jacket-like top. The Transformation Challenge reimagined taekwondo outfits and colorful belts, while the Made to Measure Challenge drew inspiration from the cheollik—a historical military coat adapted into modern Korean fashion.
Mastering traditional silhouettes, balancing tradition and modernity, transforming martial arts uniforms, and managing fabric and construction complexity were just a few of the challenges the sewers faced. Each task required a blend of historical significance with modern garment-making techniques under the scrutiny of culturally-informed judging.
In addition to the sewing challenges, the sewers were also tasked with creating evening wear inspired by the cheollik, a Korean pleated overcoat.
Meanwhile, in the realm of sports, The Hundred will also air on BBC2 from 2.30 pm, with the women's champions, London Spirit, playing against 2022 winners Oval Invincibles at 2.45 pm. The men's edition of The Hundred starts at 6.30 pm, with Oval Invincibles, the defending champions, aiming for a third successive title.
Away from the world of sewing and sports, reality TV fans will be excited to hear about the upcoming wedding of Georgia Kousoulou and Tommy Mallet. The three-part series, titled "Georgia & Tommy: Happy Essex After", will air on ITV2 and promises to be a star-studded event, with many TOWIE stars in attendance. The wedding takes place in Majorca.
However, it's not just in the world of entertainment that attention is being drawn to ADHD. According to charity ADHD UK, just one in nine people with ADHD have been diagnosed, and there are 200,000 people on the waiting list for an assessment. To help address this shortfall in diagnoses, a one-off program titled "Do You Have ADHD?" will air on Channel 4, with Dr Karan Rajan and Dr Clare Bailey Mosley examining each stage of an ADHD diagnosis. The program offers practical advice for viewers who have experienced symptoms of ADHD.
In these times of fast-paced living and constant distractions, it's more important than ever to understand and address conditions like ADHD. The Great British Sewing Bee Korea Week, with its measured and informative approach, provides a refreshing escape for viewers while also shedding light on a significant issue.
- After crafting traditional Korean garments on The Great British Sewing Bee, viewers might find it fascinating to learn more about Korean culture by tuning into a series on BBC4, entitled "Korea Uncovered", airing at 8 pm on August 6th.
- For those seeking entertainment beyond fashion and sewing, the recently released miniseries "Night at the Garden" on Apple TV+ is a gripping dramatization of the 1939 Nazi rally in New York's Madison Square Garden.
- Kick back and enjoy some home-and-garden inspiration while cracking up to hilarious mishaps by tuning into "Mission: Reveal" on ITV1 at 8 pm on August 5th. This lighthearted show features designers making over rooms with unintended comedic flair.
- Those who have caught the sewing buzz from The Great British Sewing Bee can indulge their creativity further with a variety of shows showcasing fun DIY projects, such as "Repurpose & Upcycle" on Home with additional information available from Approved Home Services, airing on Channel 4 every Friday at 4 pm.
