South Korea’s drag scene is home to some of the most creative and talented queens out there. The community is thriving with performers ranging from cabaret singers like Hurricane Kimchi to Dragula’s Hoso Terra Toma. In Itaewon, Seoul’s main LGBTQIA+ district, you’ll find diverse communities and clubs, including Trance, one of the longest-running LGBTQIA+ nightclubs…
Category: Fashion
That’s a Wrap! Seoul’s 2nd C.at Work Festa Concludes Succesfully with Over 16,000 Visitors
Now in its second year, C.at Work Festa again proved to be a great success, drawing in both pre-registered attendees and passersby alike. Positioned as a dynamic celebration where trends and culture meet, the event offered diverse engaging content. Bringing the rich diversity and global impact of K-culture, from fashion to art, this year’s edition…
C.at Work Festa: The Unconventional World of Fashion Designer Sun Woo – Exclusive Interview
Fashion often dances between the whimsical and the rigid, and Sun Woo appears as a master and commander, beautifully blending contradictions that challenge our views on design. A place where playful structures meet practical elegance, where clothing is not just worn but experienced. This is the essence of Sun Woo’s clothing, where each piece balances…
Seoul’s 2nd C.at Work Festa: Star-Studded Lineup of Fashion and Art!
From October 17th to 20th, the square in front of Shinsegae Department Store in Gangnam, Seoul, will be transformed into a vibrant hub of fashion, art, and performance as the 2024 C.at Work Festa comes to life. A total of 11 fashion shows have been announced, featuring brands that strike a chord with the MZ…
Park Jiwon & Jung Hayoung: The Faces of Seoul Fashion – Exclusive Interview
Seoul Fashion Week has risen as one of the most influential fashion events in Asia, providing a platform that unites both established designers and emerging talents. Held biannually in South Korea’s capital, SFW not only presents innovative collections but also serves as a leader for fashion across the continent. Positioned between the major global fashion…
The Many Talents of Park Yuri – Exclusive Interview
Every time I visit South Korea, my trips feel deeply fulfilling. Connecting with like-minded individuals and having the chance to interview them is a delightful nourishment for my soul. This was especially true when I sat down with Park Yuri, a multi-talent who effortlessly combines his skills as an actor, model, rapper, singer, and dancer…
“Fashion Is a Method of Expressing Who I Am” – In Conversation with Kim Won-ki, a South Korean Model
From runways to magazine photoshoots, music videos to countless lookbooks, there is no doubt that Kim Won-ki, a South Korean model, is on a roll. Distinguished by his perms and babyface, Won-ki’s doe-eyed stare has no trouble grabbing the attention of fashion lovers as well as designers. Kim Won-ki has various campaigns and editorials under…
“Modelling is My Vocation in Life, My Calling.” – In Conversation with Gimu, a South Korean Model
It was 2019 when I met Gimu at Seoul Fashion Week for the first time. And, as bizarre as it might sound, it took me just 10 seconds to realise that he is one of the nicest and funniest models I came across. Although we have experienced a language barrier at times, his smile, positive…
“I Always Want to Be Able to Be a Voice in Any Way Possible and It Doesn’t Matter Which Country I’m in. A Country Does Not Define Me, My Opinion, My Voice or My Identity.” – In Conversation with Ana Kim, a DJ and Model
Social media can be a wonderful thing when one wishes to communicate with like-minded people. The first time I came across Ana Kim, a model and a DJ, was on Instagram. Her positive attitudes, intelligence and beauty struck me straight away. It took me a while to approach Ana with my personal opinion about the…
“Korean Fashion Models Have a lot of Personality and Talent. I Hope to See More Media Outlets That Can Give Them Exposure.” – In Conversation with Model Joo Ye Ri
What defines Joo Ye Ri is an elusiveness, changing from an innocent mademoiselle to a coquettish sporty girl in an instance; her versatility is surely what makes her unique. At just 22, Ye Ri’s images are not only full of natural femininity, but there is also a lot of character to them; her editorial work…
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