Kang Minah has a strong personality. She is determined and often knows what she wants in life. Raised by her mother, Minah learnt how to be independent and how to look after herself when she needs to. Her admiration for her mother’s strength has impacted Minah’s own character: determination is her second nature. Prior to…
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“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…
Selfridges’ Project Earth: Is the future of retail a sustainable one?
Accounting for 10% of global carbon dioxide emissions each year, the fashion industry has come under increasing scrutiny for it’s historically unethical and unsustainable practices. Concerns over chemical waste, plastic pollution and the high water consumption of the industry has continued to grow, while the unforeseen events of this year have catalysed a sense of…
“My Goal is Happiness – When You Do Something and It Makes You Feel Happy, it’s Meaningful.” – In Conversation with Model Jang Yu Min
Jang Yu Min, a vanguard of a generation of women willing to take control of their own destiny in pursuit of happiness, wasn’t into modelling to begin with. She was timid and not keen on people staring at her. When Jang Yu Min was finally discovered, she decided to take on a challenge and grew…
“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…
“Instead of Achieving Something in a Very Short Period of Time, I Have Been Accomplishing Things Step by Step at My Own Pace.” – In Conversation with Kim Hye Yeon
This year, the fashion world was abruptly halted in response to the coronavirus pandemic, which led to the cancellation of Tokyo, Shanghai and Seoul Fashion Week AW20 in early March. The impact of the virus continues to be felt across the industry, with summer fashion weeks in Paris, London and Milan also due to be…
“I’m Still Running Towards My Dreams” – In Conversation with Model Kwon Tae-eun
For the past few years, South Korea has been introducing the Western world not only to new styles every season, but also to the hottest fashion talents in the industry with Park Soo-joo and Choi Sora paving the way. Towering at 186 cm tall, the 20-year-old Kwon Tae-eun can effortlessly pull off any style. His quirky…
“It Would Be More Amazing If People Not Only Followed the Trends, but Also Kept Their Style/Taste Even Though the Trends Change Quickly.” – In Conversation with Model Yoon Da Ro
With Rapunzel-like hair and chameleon skills, Yoon Da Ro is surely a desirable model. Charming, intelligent, ambitious and often engaged in a conversation with others, Da Ro comes across as a person that one simply wants to be around. Starting his career as a fashion designer, he quickly developed a passion for modelling. Although he…
“I Always Try to Have Positive Thoughts and I Also Believe in Myself More than Anything Else” – In Conversation with Model Moon Daein
Moon Daein has always found modelling exciting. With his flamboyant looks, Daein has not only impressed the fashion world in his native country of South Korea but also in Italy and the UK. He has been recently in demand in Milan as well as in London, where he participated in the two cities’ fashion weeks…
In Conversation with Model Rina
Behind a beautiful smile and petite body, Rina is shy and composed. At the age of 20, she slowly, but surely, climbing the fashion ladder. Her shining personality and talent has drawn the attention of young designers, who cast her for this year’s Seoul Fashion Week S/S20. Rina is also ambitious but not dull or…
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