The Korea Herald

Renowned fashion designer, actor Ha dies of cancer

Jan 5, 2019

Ha Yong-su, a renowned fashion designer and actor, died of liver cancer early Saturday morning, sources have said. He was 69. His memorial altar is expected to be set up at Soon Chun Hyang Universit...
[Herald Interview] ‘I do not paint to be an artist, but to make clothes’

Dec 13, 2018

Designer Song Zio discusses economy of scale in fashion business
Rookie designers aim to be Korea’s next fashion giants

Nov 15, 2018

Reaching next stage of careers, Dew E Dew E and By.D’By discuss growth, challenges and future
[Weekender] From Chanel to Gucci: Korean women turn into designer rent-a-holics

Nov 15, 2018

Luxury brands boost sales on strength of rising popularity of designer goods subscription services
Young South Koreans take fashion inspiration from Bernie Sanders and Jesse Jackson

Oct 22, 2018

Past US presidential campaigns have taken on a new life as fashion inspiration in South Korea.
Seoul fashion scene unfolds at Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Oct 22, 2018

Seoul Fashion Week helps local designers debut on global stage
[Weekender] Mountaineering clothing climbs down to city life

Oct 18, 2018

Middle-aged Koreans adapt ‘athleisure look’ with hiking outfits
Can Seoul Fashion Week ever be show for the people?

Oct 18, 2018

Though promoting itself as ‘festival for people,’ fashion event remains exclusive to industry insiders
2D illustrations breathe life into luxury fashion

Oct 16, 2018

For fashion enthusiasts and luxury goods lovers, an exhibition of fashion illustrator Megan Hess’ work is soon to open in Seoul. The Australian illustrator is known across the world for her work wit...
Seoul Fashion Week ready for kickoff

Oct 14, 2018

2019 S/S Hera Seoul Fashion Week, a major fashion event for fashion insiders and outsiders, is set to begin its six-day run on Monday. The biennial event, hosted by the Seoul Design Foundation to ce...
[Weekender] Natural, matte and rose for this fall

Oct 4, 2018

In line with the #MeToo movement in Korea, there have been ongoing efforts among women here to break free of their “social corsets” either consciously or subconsciously. The metaphorical corset has ...
Despite anti-fur sentiment, fur stays in fashion scene, targeting young

Oct 4, 2018

Though the fur-free movement has been sweeping the fashion industry, some designers continue to experiment with the natural material, targeting the younger generation with hip, trendy designs. The a...
Stella McCartney embraces roots, talks animal rights

Oct 2, 2018

PARIS (AP) -- Stella McCartney presented her first Paris Fashion Week collection since taking full control of her eponymous design house this year by buying the 50 percent stake owned by luxury produ...
[Herald Interview] Bespoke suits tailored for comfort

Sept 27, 2018

Tailor stresses importance of ‘emotional size’
Kim Sa-rang embraces sexy look for Vogue

Sept 26, 2018

Actress Kim Sa-rang showcased her flawless complexion in the stills taken from a recent photo shoot with fashion magazine Vogue. In the photos shared via Kim’s Instagram on Tuesday, the actress look...