May 21 2018 is Coming of Age Day in South Korea.
How did Korean youth enter adulthood 1000 years ago and how does it differ from teens today?
Before their fashion was completely westernized, Koreans wore the traditional hanbok on a day-to-day basis. In this article, we’ll discuss the deep history of this beautiful garment as well as the recent revival of the hanbok that transcends the streets of Seoul.
Read MoreIt's very easy to distinguish teenagers in Korea, since they are almost always spotted wearing their school uniform. In this article we delve into the history of school uniforms in Korea – from the hanbok to modern reworkings, where students despite persisting regulations, try to express their individualism.
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