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18 ABOUT THE COVER October is here, and that means it’s once again time for Halloween!

Our cover model Donna Party of One is ready, are you?

Photographer: Daniel Kim Model: Donna Party of One Studio: YN Atelier

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TO SAY THAT I LOVE HALLOWEEN MIGHT BE A BIT OF AN UNDERSTATEMENT. I live for Halloween. Seriously.

I typically start planning my costumes around August or September. And yes, I do predominantly make my own costumes.

I think my love for Halloween started as a little girl. I had one of those moms who taught herself how to sew just so she could make costumes for me and my sister and brother.

I think she got tired of the selection of crappy plastic costumes at the store and wanted to make us something special. While those first few years our costumes were… interesting, to put it lightly, she eventually got into a good groove with it. And they got better.

As I got older, she’d have me help. We’d often go to JoAnns together and I would get to pick out a costume from the hundreds of patterns that were on offer and then find all the fabric and notions. Then I would help cut out the patterns and fabric. I would keep her company and pitch in where I could. Then, she’d always do my makeup on Halloween day.

Mom got into the fun and festivity of the holiday just as much as us kids did.

So, when I moved out to go to college, I continued the tradition. Except now I was the one teaching myself how to sew on a machine borrowed from a friend. There would usually be tons of calls home asking for help. She’d always answer to the best of her ability, but it wasn’t long before I started to surpass even her knowledge. Soon she was the one calling me for advice on making costumes.

I suppose that’s why Halloween has always been so special to me.

It was something my mother and I shared while she was still alive.

I still carry that fondness for it today even though I’m in my 30s.

If you haven’t already guessed, this October issue of Groove Korea is dedicated to the spectacularly spooky Halloween. Keep reading and find out hacks for hosting your own party or making your own costumes. And to find out all the best places to go to celebrate Halloween.

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OCTOBER 2019

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ENGLAND MEETS KOREA Rugby legends visit Seoul in runup to World Cup

K-FASHION

THE BIG SHOW A primer on all things you need to know about Seoul Fashion Week

MUSIC

BRINGING COUNTRY TO SEOUL French artists dives into country music at Zandari

FOOD & DRINK

INTO SOMETHING NEW Conhas Coffee revives its foundations into a new style

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THIS IS HALLOWEEN Fun and interesting Halloween events to check out

FEATURES

CREATING ART IN A DIGITAL WORLD US filmmaker talks about creating content in a digital world

HEALTH

NOT JUST ANY TOM, DICK, OR HARRIET Breaking down the ins and outs of finding the right therapist

MUSIC

GRACE CARTER Expressing vulnerability with her voice

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KOREA EDITORIAL Editor-in-chief

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SPECIAL THANKS TO Donna Party of One, Dark Side of Seoul, Seoul Foreign School, Jason Tobias, Jane Forster, Juhie Suh, Natalie Rapisarda, Izzy Schreiber, Hanchul Lee, Theo Lawrence, Grace Carter, Roya Carteldge, Matthew Makowski, Ahn Dong Ho

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Seoul Arirang Festival October 11-13 Gwanghwamun Square To celebrate the registration of Arirang as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, the festival is a compounded cultural art festival. 2019 Seoul Arirang Festival is held under the theme of “Gwanghwamun, Embracing Arirang� to honor the historical significance of Gwanghwamun as a place where court culture and popular culture coexisted in harmony during the Joseon Dynasty.

Seoul International Fireworks Festival October 5 Fireworks teams from around the world are invited to perform fireworks displays and to light up the Yeouinaru Station (Seoul Subway Line 5), Exit 4.

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영어/스페인어/프랑스어 Jinju Namgang Yudeung (Lantern) Festival October 1-13 Jinju Namgang River Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival originates from the lantern lighting custom used during the Jinjuseong Fortress Battle of the Imjinwaeran War (Japanese invasion, 1592) as a military strategy to prevent Japanese troops from wading the Namgang River. The highlights of the festival are the floating of lanterns carrying personal wishes of the citizens along the Namgang River, and the parade of lanterns created by the students themselves.

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Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival October 3-6 Hwaseong Haenggung Palace, Suwon-si Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival is held throughout Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site built to commemorate King Jeongjo’s filial piety and dream for national prosperity and military power.

Festival programs include King Jeongjo’s procession to the royal tombs, jinchanyeon for Hyegeonggung Hong (the 60th Birthday Feast for King Jeongjo’s mother), art performances, a lighting festival and more.

Imsil N’ Cheese Festival October 3-6 Imsil Cheese Village, Imsil-gun Imsil is home to the first cheeseproduction company in Korea.

In celebration of cheese, Imsil N Cheese Festival is held every October, with various performances, cooking competitions using cheese, pizza making, cheese making experience, grass slides and more family-fun activities.

Mokpo Port Festival October 4-7 Samhakdo Island, Mokpo-si Since Mokpo opened its port in 1897, it has played an important role in trading and as a transportation hub. Mokpo Port Festival is held to preserve and promote the forgotten ocean culture.

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Maleficent: Mistress of Evil Angelina Jolie, Michelle Pfeiffer, Elle Fanning

Joker Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro

Killers Anonymous

Terminator: Dark Fate

Gary Oldman, Jessica Alba

Arnold Schwarzenegger, Mackenzie Davis, Linda Hamilton

Missing Link Gemini Man Will Smith

Hugh Jackman, Zoe Saldana, Emma Thompson

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FESTIVALS 14

Itaewon Global Village Festival

Sunchang Fermented Food Festival

Suncheon Bay Reeds Festival

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October 18-20 Sunchang Gochujang Village, Sunchang-gun

October 25-27 Suncheonman Bay & Dongcheon stream area, Jeollanam-do

Sunchang, a town famous for its citizens’ longevity and for the production of jang (food paste), holds Sunchang Fermented Food Festival every year. Traditional outdoor performances, percussion performances, and Sunchang gochujang making will take place, as well as a local specialty fair and a Sunchang gochujang cooking competition.

Suncheonman Bay is a treasury of nature, comprised of both flatlands and reed fields. The scenery unfolding during the fall season is considered to be a must-see tourist attraction for both overseas and domestic tourists as countless migratory birds and golden waves of reeds fill the bay.

The festival brings together a fun mix of Korean traditions and foreign cultures and stands out as one of the most internationally diverse celebrations of Seoul.

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CONCERTS 16

Jarasum International Jazz Festival October 4-6

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HALLOWEEN Fun and interesting Halloween events to check out Story EMMA KALKA Photos VARIOUS

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t’s that time of year again. When all the ghosts and ghouls come out to play.

And Spider-man. And Wonder Woman.

And a whole plethora of characters from your favorite movies and comic books and everywhere.

That’s right. It’s Halloween.

Just about every bar and club in the country will likely be hosting their own parties and fun times, but there is so much to check out if you want to have a spooky good time this year. Groove Korea has put together a short list of events going on this year, especially for those who might want to avoid the usual party scene

The Marvelous Otherworld Festival Open year-round, the Korean Folk Village is currently running a festival that will introduce visitors to Korean folklore surrounding what happens after death. Done in a humorous way, the event includes an information center for the newly dead, immigration where the newly dead are processed, and a court presided over by the King of the Otherworld. There are also interactive exhibits including the chance to meet 15 of the most well-known ghosts and spirits in Korean folklore. Go for the scares and laughs, walk out with a deeper understanding of Korean culture.

Date: Sept. 12 to Nov. 17 Location: Korean Folk Village (Yongin) Price: 20,000 won Website: http://www. koreanfolk.co.kr/multi/ english/

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GSM Haunted Factory Party Every year the folks at Global Seoul Mates put on a large, fantastic haunted factory party at SJ Kunsthalle. It’s a four-story extravaganza that includes a costume contest (with up to 1 million won in cash prizes), an open bar, DJs, live bands, live performances, and more. The ticket also includes free admission to the after party.

VIP tables and group discounts are available as well. Unlimited beer is available for three hours from 7 pm, and there is a special happy hour that will have unlimited cocktails.

To get tickets or more information on tables, check out the Facebook event page.

Date: Oct. 26, 7 pm-1 am Location: SJ Kunsthalle, 5 Eonjuro 148-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul Price: 35,000 won (until Oct. 17), 40,000 won (until Oct. 24), 45,000 won (Door) Ticket Page: www. globalseoulmates.com/shop/ factory Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/ events/429763340995948/

Horror Halloween Amusement park Lotte World has an annual Halloween festival and this year’s is Horror Halloween, complete with terrifying zombies and other creatures. The festival runs from Aug. 30 to Nov. 17, so there is plenty of time to go check out. Most of the activities kickoff after dark, so as to not scare the little ones. There is an opening zombie parade and various zombie uprisings that take place around the park, that include a variety of live performances. There is also a special haunted house attraction, a 3D zombie attraction, and so much more, including special Halloweenthemed dining experiences. For more information on days and times, plus extra attraction fees, check out the Lotte World website.

Date: Aug. 30-Nov. 17 Location: Lotte World Price: 19,000 won after 4 pm (*Note - some of the special attractions have an additional entrance fee - be sure to double check.)

Website: http://adventure.lotteworld.com/kor/enjoy/festival/view.do

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2019 Zombie Run Seoul Run - quite literally - for you life in this twist on the usual 5K run. Under the motto, “BE ALIVE” the annual Zombie Run Seoul is back for another installation. The event is to help promote health both mental and physical - in a fun, interactive way.

Get together your own team or join another if you don’t have enough. Get through the run with all three of your life bands intact, and you’ll survive.

And be sure to show up in your best zombie attire.

Tickets include entrance wristband, survival package, souvenir and entrance to the after party.

Date: Oct. 26 Location: Let’s Run Park Seoul Price: 43,000 won Website: https://zombierun.co.kr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ zombierun.korea/

Escape Psycho Circus Korea For a totally immersive and creeptacular experience with hot beats and a cast of freakish and beautiful characters, check out Escape Psycho Circus. The two-day electronic music event promises “sinister sights and rattling sounds” that “will shock, amaze, beguile, astound.” There are multiple stages that will offer different sounds and audiovisual trickery. The line-up includes Marshmello, Kaskade, Seven Lions, Ugly Duck, Dream Hackers, and more. Costumes are welcome, though the event asks that guests remember it is an inclusive community, so to try and avoid costumes that do not misrepresent race, religion, or cultural heritage. The festival also offers special VIP passes that will allow you to skip lines as well enjoy the special VIP bar, exclusive food and drink options, and more.

Date: Oct. 25-26 Location: Seoul Grand Park Price: GA 1-Day - 120,000-150,000 won; GA 2-Day - 190,000-250,000 won; VIP 1-Day - 170,000-200,000 won; VIP 2-Day - 250,000-300,000 won Website: https://kr.escapehalloween.com/en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EscapeHalloweenKorea/

Everland Halloween Festival Theme park Everland is hosting its own annual Halloween festival as well. The festival includes several special attractions including the Horror Maze, the Horror T-Express, the Horror Amazone Express, and the Horror Safari. There are also special themed shows including Crazy Zombie Hunt and The Devil’s Rock. Every Saturday night in October, the park also hosts Horror Club: Fear the Night, a special DJ party.

For more information, check out the park’s website.

Date: Throughout October Location: Everland Price: 46,000 won after 4 pm (Note - certain attractions have an additional entrance fee.)

Website: https://www.everland.com/web/multi/english/everland/main.html

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A NIGHT OF

GHOST AND GHOULS Dark Side of Seoul takes you on the tour you won’t find in tourist brochures Story& Photos EMMA KALKA

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t’s a warm night, washed in moonlight along with the neon lights of many signs plastered up and down the busy street.

The traffic noise is loud enough that you have to shout slightly to be heard over it.

While this may not seem like the spookiest start to a walking tour of Seoul rife with lore and ghost stories, just wait.

Dark Side of Seoul has been running its ghost tour since 2012, delighting tourists and locals alike with the dark tales of the side streets and alleys around downtown Seoul. They offer two tours - the normal tour that lasts around an hour and a half and the extended version that goes for about two and a half to three hours. There are also two different routes - tours start at Seodaemun Station on Tuesday through Friday and at Anguk Station on Saturday and Sunday. But both include tales of massacres, murder, and all the grisley tales behind popular landmarks in the Jongro area that you never knew about.

Groove was invited on the extended tour on Friday the 13th - quite a fitting date for a ghost tour - prepped and ready for whatever creepy stories or ghouls that might pop up along the way.

Unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on how you look at it), there were no ghostly guests that joined our tour, though our guide Shawn Morrissey mentioned that two different clairvoyants on different tours two years apart felt a presence at one of the first stops Gyeonghuigung, also known as Seoul’s Forgotten Palace. The ghost - that of a young Korean woman - was said to have followed the group up to the stairs leading to the palace and didn’t want anyone to ascend them. Which, of course, we did

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Even the bathroom break came with a ghost tale - it is said that there is a hostile spirit, Cheuk-shin, that lives in bathrooms and outhouses. just after he mentioned this. The palace is also rumored to be so haunted that it was abandoned for some time during the Joseon Dynasty, which is fitting since, also according to folklore, it was built by a mad king.

The tour continued on, taking us along quiet streets where Morrissey entertained us with tales of Korean folklore, explaining the historical background while we were

in between stops. It included a stop at the King’s Well Courtyard, where Morrissey explained that water plays a large part in Korean folklore and ghost stories. We were told that if you ever hear someone calling your name - especially from a well - run fast in the opposite direction as it is likely a ghost that will kill you. It was a warning that popped up throughout the tour, most especially in the final story of the night.

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The palace is also rumored to be so haunted that it was abandoned for some time during the Joseon Dynasty, which is fitting since, also according to folklore, it was built by a mad king The tour meandered around, leading us to the quiet neighborhood where infamous serial killer Yoo Young-chul (who is still alive, serving out a life sentence) hunted for his prey, and then on to the quaint street between Deoksogung and the American ambassador’s residence.

While it makes for a good photo op with the traditional walls and lighting, the history and folklore surrounding the area paints it in a much darker, more sinister light.

(Ever wonder why the Korean government sold the land the Amercian ambassador’s home is on for so cheap? One hint - it was used as a sort of dumping ground...)

Oh, and if you’re in a relationship, according to legend, it’s best not to walk down that street at all - for reasons that you’ll have to take the tour to find out.

We were also introduced to important historical figures such as Queen Seondeok of the Shilla Dynasty, who influenced a number of legends and stories, including that of the virgin ghost Cheonyeo gwishin, which is prominent in Joseon-era lore. We then learned about Yoo Gwa-sun, a teen

freedom fighter who organized other teens to stand against the Imperial Japanese government. Her ghost is said to haunt Tapgol Park and we passed by her former school which has a monument placed in her memory.

Even the bathroom break came with a ghost tale - it is said that there is a hostile spirit, Cheuk-shin, that lives in bathrooms and outhouses. If you don’t announce your presence before entering (clear your throat three times) then the spirit will kill you.

Honestly, by the end of the tour, it felt as though most spirits or ghosts that exist in Korean folklore want to kill you.

The tour ended with a stroll down Cheonggye Stream, normally a fun and lighthearted tourist attraction, though even that too has its own dark stories.

One includes a bridge that was made from stones taken from a rather unconventional source. It was under this 600-year-old bridge that Morrissey left us with one last ghost story. Whether it was the story itself or the fact we were standing under the

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bridge during its telling, it certainly left me with a chill running down my back.

The Dark Side of Seoul runs every week and Groove most definitely recommends it, especially for those who are into spooky tales and grisly history. Check out their Facebook or website to get all the details and book your own tour now.

And who knows? Maybe your tour will pick up a few ghoulish stragglers along the way.

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et’s face it, Halloween is all about the costume. At least for me.

I’m one of those “make it from scratch” people and typically start planning said costume sometime around August or September.

Mostly because I tend to go through about two or three ideas before finally settling on one. I tend to go ambitious in the beginning, then widdle down my actual costume from there, depending on how much money I can invest into it and how much time it’s going to take me.

But the thing is, putting together a great, kick-ass costume doesn’t have to be that difficult (or expensive). You don’t have to know how to sew or craft swords or make hats. A good costume just needs a bit of thought and creativity, not necessarily crafting skills. Punny costumes are always big hits, and

year and the only things I had to purchase outside of the wig, were the red opera gloves and cigarette holder. The dress, accessories, and faux white fur coat, I already had handy.

If there are still things that you need to purchase, Korea has a lot of local websites with cheap prices. I’ve ordered so many costume pieces (whether clothing or accessories) from Gmarket and Coupang. Even Makeup Magic - a local stage/ theater makeup shop - has items available on Coupang if you can’t get down to the store in Gangnam. I’ve found a huge selection of wigs for less than 30,000 won on Gmarket, not to mention cheap gloves and shoes. If you order things that are sourced here in Korea, the shipping is super quick and the items tend to arrive within two to three days.

But the thing is, putting together a great, kick-ass costume doesn’t have to be that difficult (or expensive).

WHO YOU GONNA BE? An informal guide to navigating Halloween costumes in Seoul Story EMMA KALKA Photos PEXELS

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sometimes that character that you love from that one show doesn’t need a ton of money and extras to be noticed and appreciated.

You’d be surprised just how easily a great costume can come together.

So, read on, dear reader. As someone who has spent 12 years (almost) in Korea, hopefully I can provide a bit of help.

Honestly, when getting together a Halloween costume, the best place to start is your own closet. And I don’t necessarily mean finding things that you can rip up or take apart and reuse (though I do this a lot as I tend to collect a lot of random clothing), but you might be surprised to find out how many articles of clothing you have that will fit a ton of costumes.

Thinking about doing Jessica Jones? I bet most of us own a pair of jeans, a white or grey t-shirt and a leather jacket. Throw on a pair of boots and a dark, shoulder-length wig, and poof! You’re now Jessica Jones. I did Cruella De Vil one

For good quality wigs at decent prices, also check local site Hair Heaven (http://hairheaven.co.kr/ ).

If you want to purchase a complete costume, check out Joy Party in Itaewon, Party N Deco near Bangbae Station or Party House in between Sinsa and Apgujeong Stations. On top of offering a number of party supplies, they also carry a decent stock of costumes for you to choose from.

Popular cosplay site Aliceeve (http://aliceeve.co.kr) also has a large selection of ready-made costumes from anime, manga and video games, along with wigs, accessories, false lashes and props.

For the more adventurous, they also sell a variety of Worbla to use in constructing props and such.

For those of you taking the plunge and planning to sew or construct your costume from scratch, well, there’s only one place where you can get all of your materials. Diagon - er - sorry. Dongdaemun Fabric Complex.

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STORES AND WEBSITES Makeup Magic Location: Seoul, Gangnam-gu, Nonhyeonro167-gil 16, Samgu Building, 101 Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:00-19:00; Saturdays: 9:00-15:00 (Closed Sundays) Website: www.makeupmagic.co.kr Joy Party Location: Seoul, Yongsan-gu, Itaewon-ro 191 Hours: 10:00~20:00 Party N Deco Location: Seoul, Seocho-gu, Bangbae-ro 13-gil 56 Hours: Weekdays - 9:30-20:00; Saturdays - 9:3018:00 (Closed Sundays) Party House Location: Seoul, Gangnam-gu, Dosan-daero 25-gil 27 Hours: 10:30-20:00 (Closed Sundays) Dongdaemun Fabric Complex Location: Just behind JW Marriot Hotel at Dongdaemun Station Hours: Monday-Saturday, 8:00-18:00 (Note - Many stalls begin closing around 5 pm) Gmarket - www.gmarket.co.kr Coupang - www.coupang.co.kr Hair Heaven - www.hairheaven.co.kr Aliceeve - www.aliceeve.co.kr

As someone who is a frequent shopper at Dongdaemun, I can tell you straight up - it’s a confusing, overwhelming labyrinth of fabric, notions, sequins, feathers, and just about everything one might need to make a costume (or… anything).

I tend to plot out exactly what I need and the exact stalls I plan to go to before I even leave my apartment, just so I can get in and out as quickly as possible (so easy to get distracted there). Which if you can, I highly recommend just to avoid wandering around for hours upon hours.

One thing to note before going - It is super easy to get lost there, especially if you’re browsing the stalls, so pay attention to where you are going. The complex is about seven stories and broken up into “dongs” - A, B, C, D and N - which comes in handy. The first floor is where you can get all your notions such as thread, needles, interfacing, scissors, zippers, snaps, feathers, lace, and so on. The basement has yawn, curtain fabric, and trims.

But the meat of the complex is fabric, which makes up the rest of the floors (though I believe the top floor has a cafeteria and second to top floor is mostly trims and baubles for jewelry and purse/accessory making). The stalls tend to only display samples of the fabric on offer, meaning you’ll place an order for what you want, pay for it, and then come back an hour or two later or the next day to pick up the fabric, depending on the time of day you go. Some stalls still have bolts of fabric on site, though it’s rare. If your Korean is decent, you can also arrange to have the fabric delivered to you for an extra fee. Or you can go around and pick up samples, then order the fabric over the phone. I tend to pick up samples from every stall I buy from regardless, just so I have the name and address handy if I ever want to patron it again in the future.

Personally, I find the best time to go is in the morning on a weekday.

All the stalls are open, it’s not as crowded, and it’s more likely that you can get the fabric on the same

day. If you go in the afternoon, you’ll most likely have to go back the next day to get your fabric. Go on the weekend and a number of the stalls are closed, limiting your options.

Plus, the complex is closed on Sundays and during Chuseok and Seollal.

There’s no real rhyme or reason to how it’s organized, to be honest.

Cotton and athletic knits can be found on the second and third floors, in D and B dong. Dressier fabrics such as satin, chiffon and sequins can be found on the first, second, third and sixth floors, in A, B and C-dong. If you want a better idea of where to find certain types of fabric, there are a number of tour videos on YouTube that you can go through that break it down. I’ve been going to the complex since 2008 and I still can’t find my way around the place and often ask friends for stall suggestions if I’m looking for a specific kind of fabric. If you don’t have those resources, then it’s a good idea to set aside a few hours to wander around and get your bearings.

Also, I always take cash - I think some/most stalls you can use card, but you can still at times get a discount for using cash. And you can sometimes haggle on the price, especially if you are purchasing a large amount of fabric.

So, that’s about it.

Happy Halloween, costumers!

MOST EXPECTED COSTUMES IN 2019 (in no specific order)

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HOSTING YOUR OWN

MONSTER BASH Hosting a kick-ass Halloween house party Story EMMA KALKA Photos PEXELS

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alloween is quite possibly my favorite holiday of the year.

Yes, I know. It’s supposed to be for kids, but really, why must we stop celebrating it just because we’re too old to trick-or-treat? Or because we live in a foreign country? I know I’m not the only person who feels this way. Many of us love Halloween. But not everyone is into trekking out to Itaewon or Hongdae and then squeezing into a crowded bar with tons of other drunk people, where it ends up being too hard to appreciate the awesome costumes you might see. Or have others fully appreciate yours. Or really do much of anything outside of drink or shout over music at whoever you came with and attempt to dance without bumping into someone or ruining a costume or two.

Hence why it might be a good option to consider hosting your own smaller, Halloween house party.

While it might seem daunting at first with all the possible decorating ideas and providing food and drink, it doesn’t have to be. And if you don’t know where to start, continue reading as I attempt to pass on some of my (moderately extensive) knowledge on how to plan the perfect themed house party for you and your friends.

Pick a Theme While you could just go with a generic Halloween theme, it could fun to choose a specific one. And possibly help narrow a direction in terms of decorations, food and drink, music, etc. Go for a haunted house

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or asylum aesthetic. Or if you’re into horror movies, there are a ton to draw inspiration from. Have an IT party (IT Chapter Two was just in theaters), or choose a staple classic 80s slasher flick. If you want something a bit more classy, you could choose a masquerade theme. Or if you are Potterhead like myself (and still ultimately a child at heart) there is the tried and true Harry Potter party. The sky is the limit!

Here are few ideas to get your creative juices flowing!

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Murder Mystery Scary movies Clue Harry Potter Decades Crime scene Zombies Speakeasy Haunted house

Decorations The plus side to most of us here in Korea living in smaller apartments is that you don’t have to come up with a ton of decorations to fill the space or give it the vibe you’re going for. And contrary to what you may think, a lot of decorations are easy enough to make on your own and you can even repurpose things you already have around the house.

Leftover toilet paper rolls (and even paper towel rolls) can easily be turned into floating candle sticks that you hang from the ceiling with fishing wire (battery-powered votive candles are super cheap and can be purchased in bulk off Gmarket or Coupang).

Or you could use them to make cute bat decorations (all you need is black spray paint, some cardstock and a hot glue gun).

Use balloons and string to make spider web lanterns. Got some string lights? Great!

You can tie some tissue over them and turn them into ghost string lights.

COVER STORY theme song or Nina Simone’s “I Put a Spell on You”. Some contemporary, yet creepy songs to consider are Billy Eilish’s “to bury a friend” or Ava Max’s “Sweet But Psycho.”

Or pretty much any Lana Del Ray song they all sound creepy to some level.

Ultimately it will fall down to you, your tastes, and what kind of vibe you want to set for the party. But be sure to tie-in your theme (if you’ve chosen one) through the music as well.

Just about anything can be DIY nowadays, and for those who are not as confident in their skills, sites like YouTube (my personal godsend) and Pinterest have a number of tutorials on everything from how to make your own passage to Platform 9 ¾, to making creepy, ghoulish candle holders.

They are also great sources of inspiration for when you are stuck on the look you want to go for. I know that I’ve created Pinterest boards for every single party that I’ve planned over the last three or so years and it’s still my starting place.

And luckily, there are a number of places in Korea where you can purchase both materials as well as decorations for cheap.

Daiso usually carries a stock of cheap decorations every year and is usually my go-to spot when I’m in need of cheap materials to make my own. There are also party supply stores such as Joy Party, which will have a ton of ready-made decorations perfect for any party. If you have enough time to order from the internet, definitely utilized sites like Gmarket and Coupang, which usually offer bulk sizes and cheaper prices. For more crafty supplies, any Alpha, Dream Depot or Office Depot will have a ton of art supplies and such on offer. (Alpha is another go-to spot for me for materials.)

Food & Drink No house party is complete without finger foods and refreshments. The great thing about a Halloween house party is that you can get super creative with your treats and fit the offerings to your theme. Even if you go for simple snacks like cookies or brownies, it’s easy to add a few extras and turn them in to spider webs or mini Frankensteins. Then there are the usual fare - fingers in a blanket, popcorn balls, ghoulish rice crispy treats. A simple Google search will give you tons of easy recipes to choose from.

But let’s face it - the main thing at any house party for us adults is going to be the drinks. And Halloween is the perfect excuse to get creative with cocktails and shots. You can buy various sized plastic syringes and use them to serve shots of your favorite liquor. Go one more and add a few drops of food coloring to make them extra creepy.

Serve gin and tonics or shots in light-up cups. Add black sanding sugar and red, blue, and green food coloring to your usual

Add black sanding sugar and red, blue, and green food coloring to your usual margarita recipe to turn it into a Black Magic Margarita. margarita recipe to turn it into a Black Magic Margarita. If you’re going for that Harry Potter party, there are tons of easy alcoholic butterbeer recipes on the internet - shop around and find one that you like best. You could even serve drinks from a “bubbling” cauldron by utilizing a string of lights and red and orange tissue paper..

Music Depending on your personality, music may be the first or last thing you think about when it comes to hosting a house party.

Though it could make things easier to make up a long playlist in advance and just press play when folks start arriving. But what to include? This will largely depend on the type of party you’re throwing. If it’s low-key, you might want to pass on loud club bangers and choose something that works better as background music. But it never hurts to throw in a few festive tunes - “Monster Mash” is always a Halloween favorite and you can also throw on the Ghostbusters’

Activities Most house parties may just be a bunch of people hanging out, drinking, talking and such. But this is Halloween - probably the best time to bust out some games and contest and get away with it if they err on the more childish side.

There is always the tried and true costume contest. Let the crowd vote and the winner can get a small gift (or big if you have the budget). Could be a moderately priced bottle of liquor, or gift basket or whatever you want. You can also give some childhood favorites and adult spin. Instead of bobbing for apples, folks can bob for single-serving bottles of alcohol. If you want to keep the apples, put them in a bucket of sangri rather than water. Carving or decorating pumpkins is always a childhood favorite as well.

Since house parties tend to be on the smaller side (especially here in Korea with limited space) it’s a great time to try out a murder mystery. There are tons available online to order or you could write your own, if you feel so inclined. Just make sure there are enough roles for the number of people you’ve invited. A less involved game is Name The Monster. Each person is given the name of a monster or scary movie character and a Hallowen clip upon arrival.

No one else knows what monster they are and must ask questions to figure it out. If they do, they take the clip. The person with the most clips at the end of the night wins.

Obviously, you can also draw inspiration from your theme for any games or activities you want to include. Doing scary movies?

Have a scary movie trivia. Harry Potter? There are TONS of Harry Potter games (drinking and non-drinking) out there. Have fun with it.

These are just a few suggestions to help you get started on your epic Halloween house party, but really, there are so many ideas out there. Just sit down and get started and you may find you have a ton of your own!

(Psst! And please invite me if you have one!)

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in a digital world US filmmaker, writer and actor Jason Tobias talks story-telling in a 5G world Story EMMA KALKA Photos courtesy of JASON TOBIAS

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tory-telling is universal. It’s a belief that American writer, producer and actor Jason Tobias lives by - even repeated several times in this interview. But it is this belief that will help shows and films spread into markets around the world.

Tobias came to Seoul for the Seoul WebFest in August, hoping to network and present three of his own projects to the Korean market. His web series “Superficial Intelligence” screened at the event, though he also brought a feature film called “F.E.A.R.” and proof of concept for a television series called “NIGHTBREED”. He mostly just wanted to make contacts with people looking for content - distributors, OTTP platforms and so on.

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He said that Korea’s - especially Seoul’s - 5G network, it’s a great opportunity for content creators, whether doing webbased series or regular shows, with its advanced streaming technology. It was the biggest thing that he was impressed with upon arriving.

“Your 5G here is screaming compared to what we have,” he said. “I mean, I was watching people underground on the subway streaming shows. With no lag whatsoever.”

This is something important for a filmmaker, Tobias said, especially now in the digital age. Everyone is constantly watching content on their phones, and as an artist and filmmaker, you want it to be seen in the

highest possible quality.

“You don’t want someone to be watching your film or your project and have it sputter.

And it’s buffering. And it’s hiccuping through the whole thing,” he said. “Because it’s disturbing and disrupting the process for the viewer. They’re going to tune out. Turn off. Try something else.”

Korea is a market just like anywhere else, he continues. And because story-telling is universal and gaming culture is so pervasive here, he could see “Superficial Intelligence” going over well with Koreans. It is heavy into gaming culture and centers around a woman who is essentially out to settle the score with someone who stole her idea for a massive online roleplaying game. ▶

Those are interesting story-telling, because when you give characters choices, you get the opportunity to basically fall in love with them or hate them Jason Tobias

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But outside of the gaming aspects and the e-tournament that all the players in the show will eventually take part it, it’s about the lives of these characters.

He said that outside of the overarching storyline, you need to understand who your players are in the process.

“You have somebody that might be unsure of themselves. You have someone that might be overconfident. You have someone that might be hiding their real self or who they are. Then you might have a nefarious sort of agenda going on,” he said. “That kind of drama interwoven with the gaming through line, that’ll keep people interested.”

He added that this is where story-telling is universal comes into play. It doesn’t matter who or where you’re from, you’re going to find people that fit those archetypes and those molds. People will find connections with someone.

Outside of the webseries, he said that he could also see “F.E.A.R.” - which is in postproduction - doing well. It is a strong survival thriller that he believes people from age 18-45 would connect with. In the film, a very serious situation happens that has two families jockeying for survival.

“It’s the chaotic, extreme nature of what would you do in that situation,” he said.

Viewers will ask themselves how would they approach things and what decisions would they make. “Those are interesting storytelling, because when you give characters choices, you get the opportunity to basically fall in love with them or hate them.”

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That’s the lovely part about being able to travel. I get to see other cultures. And I can even see ways that storytelling can kind of influence that part of creation too Jason Tobias

People can watch and think that they would do the same thing and connect on that level, or perhaps to think a character is terrible for what they did. He then added that fans of the Korean drama “Kingdom” on Netflix - a show that Tobias says is very, very well done - may also enjoy “NIGHTBREED” which although it has a contemporary setting, very much lives in the same world as “Kingdom.”

“You’ve got humans fighting a supernatural force. If anything it’s kind of along the lines of ‘Supernatural’ meets ‘Blade.’ It’s more mature than you might find ‘Supernatural,’” he said.

For him personally as a creator and filmmaker, Tobias says that he draws inspiration from life experiences and just being exposed to so much that he loves about pop culture, comic culture, geek culture, television, films and video games, as well as traveling and seeing other cultures around the world.

“That’s the lovely part about being able to travel. I get to see other cultures. And I can even see ways that story-telling can kind of influence that part of creation too,” he said.

Outside of his upcoming series and film projects, you can find Tobias through his podcast “The Rebel and the Rogue” with Victoria Bennet. They release new episodes every second Tuesday of the month on Apple and Spotify and two talk about anything and everything Star Wars.

They also bring on a variety of interesting guests from those who have worked on “Star Wars Resistance,” to builders that create fully functioning R2 units.

“We’ve brought on people who have made fan films and it’s been a really excellent, excellent time to just kind of geek out. I love Star Wars. Star Wars is the reason I wanted to make movies. Why I wanted to work in the entertainment industry,” he said. “To be able to talk with Victoria about this, because she’s also just a great personality, a great person, it’s fun.

It’s a very, very fun time. A blast, if you will.”

But beyond that, Tobias said that coming to Seoul has been a great experience, both personally and professionally.

“Just being here and experiencing the culture. This is my first time in Seoul. Everyone has been lovely. And we’re excited,” he said. “We’re very, very excited to just kind of see where things go from here. For sure. Because there’s opportunity.”

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England Meets Korea

Official ribbon cutting - British Ambassador - Simon Smith, Deputy Head of Mission - Nikesh Mehta, Colm Flanagan, Andy Freeman, Hanna Zych - Y2, Oliver Han - Y2, Milan Gawo - Y4, Noa Dekel - Y3, Heyon Choi - Y8, Ronit Gupta Y9

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n Aug. 26, Seoul Foreign British School played host to Mr. Simon Smith, Her Majesty’s Ambassador to South Korea, and Mr. Nikesh Mehta, British Embassy Seoul - Deputy Head of Mission.

They joined Principal Andy Freeman, Head of Seoul Foreign School School Colm Flanagan, and the whole British School community in a celebration and official opening of new learning and collaboration spaces in the school. These spaces include a stylish, welcoming reception area; a gym and multi purpose

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Seoul Foreign British School was established in 1981 and offers the English National Curriculum within the framework of the IPC, the IEYC, and the IMYC. It embraces the core values of collaboration, communication, and courage along with responsibility, reflection and respect. It is part of Seoul Foreign School - the leading international school in Seoul with a legacy reaching back to 1912. The campus is located in Yeonhui-dong adjacent to the Yonsei University campus.

A highlight of the ceremony was the official ribbon cutting. All the British School students were present as a group of them from different stages joined the British School principal, the head of Seoul Foreign School and Mr. Smith and Mr. Mehta to cut the ribbon to officially open the new spaces.

The ambassador spoke of his passion for community and acknowledged the joy he has had visiting the school previously. The embassy values its partnership with the school and works to promote a community of ideas and inspiration.

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Simon Smith addresses Key Stage 3 students in the Green Room

Following the speeches Amb. Smith and Mr. Mehta mingled with parents, teachers, and staff and spoke of the school year, events, sports, and lessons to come.

Beautiful music was provided by the string quartet of Jiah Choe, Eunice Chung, Elleen Kim and Claire Kim Grade 11 students from Seoul Foreign High School. They played “Divertimento (Allegro and Presto)” by Mozart.

Afterwards students enjoyed two special sessions. Amb. Smith spoke to Years 7-9 on leadership. He spoke of the need to be persuasive - and to be open to persuasion.

“To be a diplomat is to be somebody with a message. A good conclusion is one where both sides are happy,” he said before responding to many eager questions from the students.

Mr. Mehta spoke to Years 5 and 6 on climate change, pollution, sustainable energy and renewables.

The day was a huge success.

Principal Andy Freeman summed it up: “This ceremony is a great example of how SFBS values its links with the community - bringing thinking, collaboration and relevance to international families of Seoul.”

Simon Smith and Nikesh Mehta meet BS students

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A primer on all things you need to know about Seoul Fashion Week

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n 2015, fashion editor Bethan Holt predicted in Grazia magazine that Korean fashion would be “The Next Big Thing,” and that it was “time to get serious about Korean fashion.” She wrote further, “From a fashion perspective, it seems like the talent emerging from Korea is also anticipating how we’ll be dressing into the future.”

That forecast was four years ago, but the Korean fashion industry has been making a name for itself for far longer than that. The country has been exporting high-quality textiles and producing homegrown designers that have gained prominence in the international scene, while Seoul’s fashionable youth have also caught the world’s attention with their unique contemporary styles. The surge of interest in Korean culture, particularly in films, music, and cuisine, has shifted the spotlight to Korean fashion. At present, Seoul Fashion Week has become one of the largest and most-watched events not only in Korea but also the world, with Seoul being touted as a formidable and emerging fashion capital.

The best local designers are showing off their talents once again at the 2020 S/S Seoul Fashion Week from October 14 to 19, 2019 at the famed Dongdaemun Design Plaza, which also features up-and-coming

Korean designers in shows aptly called “Generation Next.”

History of Seoul Fashion Week Hosted by the Seoul Metropolitan Government and organized by the Seoul Design Foundation, Seoul Fashion Week (SFW) is a bi-annual series of global fashion business events, held in March and October. Before it became known as SFW, fashion shows first kicked off in 1987 and were simply known as “local festivals” that did little to attract a big audience, much less international buyers. For decades, the Korean fashion industry struggled financially, and in 2004, authorities even pondered disbanding the fashion organizations that put them together.

Things only started looking up a few years later when Korea experienced an economic and cultural boom.

In 2015, Korean designer Jung Ku Ho was appointed as the first general director of SFW in its 15-year history, and he had the herculean task of putting Korean fashion on the international map.

Under his leadership, he initiated “10 Soul,” a project that aimed to discover 10 young creative designers whose brands would be marketed globally and be offered a platform that was accessible to international buyers and fashion editors.

“Publicity for Korean designers is one of the key missions we are trying hard to fulfill to help them earn international recognition,” Jung told The Korea Times. “We’re trying to let international fashion experts know we have several innovative designers who are as competitive as designers in the world’s fashion capitals, so they can consider partnering with them.”

In the next few years, SFW’s objective changed from introducing Korean designers to the world to turning the buzz into a sustainable, profitable business. Collaborations with brands and sponsored shows have become more common, and the “see-now-buy-now” system that fashion weeks in the west have begun to adopt is also being initiated in SFW through trade shows and buyer exhibitions. The fashion world has also been opened wider to the public, unlike before where only a privileged few could attend. Local and international experts are often invited to forums and discussions that are happening in the same week as the shows.

“In the past, when I met fashion experts overseas, very few knew about Korean designers. But now they know almost all Korean designers, which surprised me,” Jung added. “I feel SFW is on the right track and will take off soon.”

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A real SFW experience So far, we’ve given you only a peek into the makings of SFW. Groove Korea editors Lorena and Dianne dig in deeper into this event and share their tips, thoughts, predictions, and experiences based on their regular coverage of the shows.

What is a day in SFW like?

Lorena: It is an adventure. At times it is more like being in a movie, where you live all sorts of experiences in no more than a couple of hours. You have wonderful moments, the extremely inspiring ones when you see a great collection, an innovative show, or something that just clicks with you and in that moment you get thousands of ideas.

For articles, new projects and even outfits... but take into account that just seconds ago you were exhausted and stressed running around unfed, canceling your food order because a show had changed just to find out upon arrival that your reserved tickets have been taken away by someone else.

Dianne: It’s pretty hectic to say the least!

Some shows happen simultaneously and in different venues, so if you’re not on time you just might miss them or worse, have your seat taken! There are days when we didn’t even have time for lunch. But despite the full schedule, it’s always exciting and it’s the only time of the year when we’re able to see different spectacles from every designer.

How has SFW changed from the first time you attended?

L: I do not think fashion week will ever stop changing. And that is the beauty of it; just like the people, fashion week also keeps on evolving. Sometimes for the better, and other times changes lead to many critics, but SFW never stays stagnant. That makes me happy because the day that fashion and consequently fashion week stop moving will be the end of fashion. Fashion needs to flow, be in movement, and embrace creativity.

And even if a step along the way seems wrong, that might be the step leading to

a brighter future. That said, I feel like the most substantial change has occurred with the spotlight at fashion week, which nowadays is more centered outside than in. In a way, it is more of a spectacle. I feel like we need to redirect a bit more of the spotlight inwards, as it is the birth of Korean fashion but I also have to point out the great development in many new designers, new names that bring a breath of fresh air with their collections.

D: It has changed tremendously. I first started watching around 2010 when the

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STREET STYLE

STAND-OUT COLORS

Athleisure, sporty, casual looks will always be a part of the repertoire of Korean fashion.

That is what makes it intrinsically unique from its western fashion week counterparts.

Bold and deep colors that make a statement. It does not matter if it is through one piece, color combinations, or a one-color look.

Color is here to stay.

SUIT DRESSING Athleisure has been going strong the last couple of years, but lately suits are making a big come back. It does not matter if it is for males or females, designers are suiting it up in every collection.

A BIG SHIFT TOWARDS MENSWEAR

GENDERLESS ITEMS AND COLLECTIONS

Womenswear used to be the main focus during fashion weeks all over the world, but nowadays, with male-only fashion weeks and more and more designers focusing on men’s fashion, menswear is the next big thing.

Besides menswear getting trendier, many designers are coming back with genderless items and even collections in which the lines between male and female are intertwined more often than not.

shows end. I believe that is the best and worst part of fashion week, living on the edge. It is of course not dangerous or anything but having a constant emotional state where things are always on the verge, for the good AND the bad, can get rather exhausting.

I sometimes think that FW brings out the worst in me, but at the same time, I believe that to be a blessing, in the form of a new learning process.

shows were held at IFC Mall in Yeouido and not at DDP. Back then, there were not a lot of international press or foreign guests invited to the shows, and there were not that many street style crowds outside the shows. The real stars of fashion week were the models. Photographers were waiting for them to come out and take photos as they shuffled from one show to another. I would say that there was much more focus on the designers’ collection back then because there was not much coverage of street style, unlike now. It’s both an advantage and disadvantage, in my opinion. Nowadays,

OVERSIZE JACKETS

VOLUME

Oversized jackets are the new “mom jeans”. They are everywhere and here to stay… at least for a while. Square shapes that could belong your grandpa´s suit will continue to accessorize most outfits for the next season.

It does not matter if it is in the form of big sleeves, layers, romantic dresses, or even furry items.

Volume will be adding that extra “je ne sais quoi” through new clothing pieces.

attention has been given to the fashion crowds more but at the same time, we can’t discourage this because it’s great that more and more people are now more aware of SFW and want to be a part of it. Instead of seeing this as a competition or an exclusive event, it should be regarded as a celebration of fashion that welcomes everyone.

D: Like I mentioned, the media’s coverage of the fashion crowds make it hard for the designers to gain attention but, nowadays, designers are becoming more creative in getting their work noticed even outside of the runways. SFW has come a long way since its inception, and while I have seen big changes in the system, organization of the shows, attendees, and off-site events, there is room for improvement for sure. In every big event there’s bound to be some flaws, but I could say that the positive outshines any negative aspects.

The good and the bad: What are the positive and negative sides of SFW? L: I feel like you can get stressed, angry, excited, hugely inspired, or even sad at times, such as when fashion week or good

Top Designers: Which designer shows do you often look forward to watching?

L: I definitely do have huge expectations for some shows, and less in mind for others, but sometimes those shows that

SUSTAINABLE FASHION

SOCIAL STATEMENTS

A few designers came out with zero-waste, eco-friendly collections last season, but with global warming and pressing environmental issues coming to the fore, hopefully more brands will take heed.

In previous shows, themes like peace, feminism, and mental health were addressed through clothes that symbolize the current state of Korea and the world. Korean designers are now becoming more and more courageous in speaking their minds through fashion and surely we will see more of this.

INCLUSIVITY AND REPRESENTATION Models from different parts of the world are starting to walk the SFW runways and hopefully there will be more opportunities for representation this season and the next. This doesn’t just relate to race. We have yet to see models of different body types in the shows, and this could be a great addition that would resonate with a diverse audience. But we have seen mature/senior citizen models rock the runways, and hopefully this is not just a trend.

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I had not put much thought into end up being the most inspiring.

That said, besides the brands that never disappoint me, lately, I have a huge crush on menswear and new generation designers.

D: There’s a lot but off the top of my head it’s YCH, Tibaeg, Romanchic, LIE, Studio K, and Generation Next designers. I have this affinity for young, undiscovered talents, some of whom I met and wrote about last season. They have so much potential and fresh ideas, and their humility disarms me.

What is your personal dressing strategy?

L: I can never plan my outfits in advance. For me fashion is in a way some sort of armor; it does not matter if it is helping me to express how I feel that day, helping me express my individuality or just a way to make me feel comfortable to tackle something specific with more confidence. I do have a small strategy: I like to narrow down my wardrobe to those items that I would like to wear and make possible combinations, but the truth is that most times I never end up wearing those combinations.

I improvise last minute, but I do wear those key items most times one day or the other. So I guess my advice would be to find a key point and build your outfit around that, but most importantly be you and wear it with pride. Confidence and self-love are the best accessories.

D: I don’t have a set plan because I often wear whatever I feel like during the day. But given that there’s not much time to decide during fashion week, I always stick to my personal style: minimal, simple, and with one or two standout key fashion items.

I know that for many people, fashion week is the time to shine and get decked out in loud, extravagant, and outlandish trends, but I don’t think that those styles suit me (laughs).

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TREND FORECAS Styling tips to get the best street-style shots 1. Be fashionable but comfortable. There’s always this temptation to wear outfits that look great on you but may compromise your comfort like high heels or clothes that will leave you shivering in the cold. If you’re willing to make a sacrifice in the name of fashion, at least bring extra clothing or footwear just to be sure.

2. Be on the lookout for unique backgrounds when taking your photos. DDP will be filled with people and its modern, graycolored surroundings often look the same in photos but keep your eyes open for distinct backgrounds that can make your outfit stand out!

3. Make friends with the fashion crowd. Chill and mingle! It just might surprise you who you’ll meet and end up being friends with after fashion week.

4. Accessorize. Accessories can make or break an outfit, so make sure you don’t overdo it. When choosing a bag, a pair of shoes, hat, or jewelry, check first if it will complement your outfit or giv e it a boost depending on the look you are going for.

5. Makeup. If you have great makeup skills, today is the day to bring them all out, but if you are not a big makeup guru stay with a good base and add some special touches if you like. You do not want to be caught in hundreds of pictures with a makeup look that you will regret.

6. Create angles. When posing, do not stay straight like a stick try to create angles with your body and movement through your poses.

Walk slowly back and forth, put your hand in your pocket creating a triangle, angle one hip, you do you but do not stay stagnant in a pose.

7. Bring an attitude. Fashion week is not the time to awkwardly look at the camera and smile, instead look at the lens with something to say. Bring an attitude, look fun, daring and confident. Wear confidence as well as you wear your clothes.

8. Move along. It is clear that one of the main entries to DDP is where most pictures get taken, but there is a lot of competition.

Too many people getting the same shot, fashion week beginners waiting to get their picture taken, and a lot of newbie photographers. Instead move here and there, walk around those areas where there might be fewer people but still some photographers looking for the perfect shot.

9. Simply belong. More times than not, the fashion week beginners stand out a lot. It is very obvious those who have not attended many fashion weeks. To avoid that, instead of just staying in a corner waiting for a picture, fake it until you make it; move around with confidence, talk to people here and there and do your thing without fear. Also, do not be afraid to ask new photographers to take your picture if you have a good outfit; they will love to get the opportunity to take some shots of their own.

10. Stay true to your personality. The “be yourself” adage is almost cliche now but that’s because there is a universal truth to it. Any outfit, whether it’s simple or grand, will look amazing if you feel great and confident in it.

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Not just any Tom, Dick, or Harriet How can I find a good, qualified therapist?

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aking a deep breath, steadying yourself and embarking on the journey of therapy begins even prior to stepping through your therapist’s front door. In this day and age, one typically turns to Google to ask and subsequently sift through an ocean of psychological jargon, selfdiagnostic symptom checklists, as well as alphabet soup (who or what is a MAPS?) before surrendering to confusion and exhaustion.

That would be my uncertainty and daze were I tackling the task of finding a specialist from an unfamiliar field. Alphabets look important yet seem meaningless; for the longest time, I would watch them roll with movie credits and think, what’s an A.S.C., yet not be eager enough to find out. My lazy curiosity preceded the birth of the www.

Today’s modern consumer of mental health, however, can be well-informed as part and parcel of his or her therapeutic care. It is about ensuring that one’s mental health and safety are being entrusted into the hands of a credible, reliable, qualified professional. It is about the physical and mental energy, time and emotional commitment, in addition to financial resources that you, the client, are going to invest into the process of caring for your psychological well-being.

Academics Start your search by checking your potential therapist’s academic background.

Growing interest in psychology has given rise to a range of certifications and job titles that deviate from the conventional occupation of “psychotherapist.” Certain credentials may seem stellar at first glance, but investigate a little bit more if you need to. Legitimate academic institutes will be transparent about the prospects and limitations for a holder of that paper. For instance, UCL’s course summary regarding their Masters of Science in Psychoanalytic Developmental Psychology makes it clear that the course serves as a pretraining academic requirement for further rigorous academic training in the subject, and that its graduates are qualified to be psychology assistants, not psychologists. QMUL’s Masters of Mental Health: Psychological Therapies could sound excitingly persuasive to an earnest seeker of therapy who may walk away anticipating that the practitioner is thus skilled in multiple forms of psychological therapies; note that the course’s web information explicitly states, “This MSc does not lead to clinical accreditation.”

An ethical practitioner will recognise

the limitations of his or her training and experience. An ex-supervisee of mine had a Masters, but not one that led to licensure, and hats off to her, she later enrolled in another Masters course that would eventually allow her to register as a qualified counsellor.

Next, differentiate higher education from certifications. A licensed therapist is not the same thing as a therapist who has a certificate in cognitive-behavioural therapy. Your practitioner may have both, while someone with a certificate in a form of therapy and no relevant registration with a governing body is unlikely to be career-ready as a qualified therapist.

License & Registration Once you have clarified the academic credentials, review the licenses and registrations listed.

While criteria varies from region to region (e.g., North America versus the UK versus Australia), in general, a qualified therapist must be credentialed for clinical practice.

This usually translates into having a relevant license or registration. There are multiple reasons behind this and foremost is public safety. Regulatory agencies hold their members to a code of ethics and gold standard professional practices. Hence,

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as a consumer, you can feel more secure knowing that your licensed or registered therapist passed the examination process of that regulatory authority.

Key professional associations often have public access directories. If you were searching for a UK chartered psychologist at the British Psychological Society’s Directory of Chartered Psychologists (https://www.bps.org.uk/lists/DIR), you would be informed “to check on the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) register to check that a practitioner is registered before deciding to use their services.” My details can be verified through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (https://www.ahpra. gov.au/) that supports the regulation of 15 health professions in Australia, including psychology.

Professional regulatory bodies also promote and mandate continuing education. Your credentialed therapist will have to pursue regular professional development opportunities to keep his/ her clinical knowledge up-to-date and effective. Understand that your therapist may be unavailable once in a while to attend these events. I have had to rearrange appointments due to this and my clients have been kind and curious about how my conferences and workshops went.

Finally, be aware that a professional membership does not equate to having a license/registration. One may be a member of a professional body and not be licensed. Note these distinctions when you review the credentials of your shortlist.

As a discerning consumer, ascertain the academic degrees and practitioner qualifications of your shortlisted therapists.

Google or straightforwardly ask what the postnominals after your therapist’s name mean.

Representation You can get a good sense of your potential therapist by perusing the business practice’s website and the practitioner’s profile. With a solid understanding of the relevance of an accredited academic background and relevant professional affiliations, you can

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now discern the reliability of the message.

Content with a straightforward description of relevant training and preferred treatment modality will win with its clarity over pseudoinspirational language. In fact, regulatory guidelines in Australia prohibit both use of misleading claims about the service as well as client (patient) testimonials on a practice’s business website. Furthermore, wording such as “This therapist specialises in…” is deemed potentially misleading about the degree of skill or expertise a practitioner may have.

Another warning sign is if a practitioner appears to have shaky adherence to fundamental ethical elements like privacy issues. Maintaining a client’s confidentiality and ensuring the client knows this is of supreme importance establishes both a safe space to support intimate disclosure as well as the basis of a collaborative therapeutic relationship between client and therapist. If your therapist proposes a session at a cafe, you have a right to ask how he or she is going to protect your client confidentiality in a public space.

Last but not least, consult online resources with suggestions on how to find a good-fit therapist for you, such as Grohol (2019). The American Psychological Association (2019) offers these prompts to ask when whittling down your shortlist: • Are you a licensed psychologist?

How many years have you been practising psychology?

• I have been feeling (anxious, depressed, etc.) and I am having problems (with my job, my marriage, sleeping, etc.). What experience do you have helping people with these types of problems?

• What are your areas of expertise - for example, working with children?

• What kinds of treatments do you use, and have they been proven effective for dealing with my kind of problem or issue?

• What are your fees? (Fees are usually based on a 45-minute to 50-minute session.)

• What types of insurance do you accept?

Will you accept direct billing or payment from my insurance company?

As baffling as postnominals, licenses and registration bodies may seem, these measures are in place to serve public interest, that is, your interest, on top of promoting mental health advocacy and reducing barriers to access for the community. Be a savvy consumer of mental healthcare and safeguard yourself against unprofessional practices to ensure that you get the best investment out of your time in therapy.

PS: While it might be the latest K-pop music group name one day, at the moment MAPS simply stands for Member of the Australian Psychological Society.

References: American Psychological Association. (2019). How to choose a psychologist. Retrieved from https://www.apa.org/helpcenter/ choose-therapist Grohol, J. M. (2019). How to choose a therapist and other questions about psychotherapy. Retrieved from https:// psychcentral.com/lib/how-to-choose-a-therapist-and-otherquestions-about-psychotherapy/ Queen Mary University of London. (2019). MSc Mental Health: Psychological Therapies. Retrieved from https://www.qmul. ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/coursefinder/courses/121472.html UCL Psychology and Language Sciences. (2019). MSc Psychoanalytic Developmental Psychology. Retrieved from https://www.ucl.ac.uk/pals/study/masters/msc-psychoanalyticdevelopmental-psychology

Jiaying Lim is a licensed clinical and registered psychologist with Couchology, a private practice in Seoul, South Korea, which provides English psychological services; evening and weekend appointments are available to accommodate every client’s busy schedule.

For more information, visit https://www.couchology. com or like Couchology at https://www.facebook.com/ couchology/

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The good thing about playing an unpopular music in our country is that you focus on the music and you’re not caught up in the technical part of it.

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Bringing country to Seoul French band dives into the world of country music Story EMMA KALKA Photos provided by THEO LAWRENCE

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love Zandari Festa. I go every year, eager to chat with music professionals from around the world as well as check out new bands from both Korea and abroad.

I never know what gems I might find there, but that’s half the fun of Zandari.

However, the last thing I expected to hear at Zandari Festa this year - even with the anticipation of being surprised - was country music.

It was the first showcase day of the fest and I was at the French Showcase Night, chatting with friends and enjoying the free beer, when suddenly I stopped speaking and looked at my friend Jamie.

“Is that country music?” I asked, a sense of excitement building. Being from Oklahoma (and raised by family from the Ozarks), country music is in my blood. In 12 years in Korea, I had yet to hear actual live country music. There just aren’t any bands here that play it, though there is a growing rockabilly scene that gets close. Jamie looked to the stage and then back at me.

“Yea, it is. They even have a country look,” she replied.

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Immediately I ran over to check out the band and note down the name. This was a group that I had to interview. Luckily enough, I ran into two of the members about an hour later and set a date to meet up. Which is how I got to sit down with solo artist Theo Lawrence.

He describes his sound as inspired by different kinds of American popular music

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from the 20th century that encompasses country, soul, rock and roll, and gospel, mostly from the late 60s. Lawrence said he is drawn to these genres because during that time, they were all mixed together.

“I feel like before that, from the 50s and 40s, even the early 60s, styles were more defined. And I like that at some point,

it started to interact with one another,” he said. More than that, it’s the songs, songwriting and musicianship of the era that draws him in. Back then, records were made with everyone in the band playing all together in the studio.

“It was a very spontaneous thing going and I can feel it in the music and I can hear it in the music. And that has never died on the records, even though it’s been a long time,” he continued. “When I listen to these stuff, it’s like, very much alive.”

In a previous band - Theo Lawrence and the Hearts - the sound was very much an amalgamation of different genres from the time, but he says that with each album, he is hoping to narrow down the focus more and more so that it’s not all over the place.

He is releasing a new album on Oct. 25, which is the first under his new solo act.

And for this one, he ended up focusing on the country genre, though he admits that even then, it’s still a bit all over the place.

He says that it’s more straightforward - as a solo artist he didn’t have to consult with the entire band while writing music. He adds that it’s simpler - there are less chords and he tried to use fewer words in the lyrics to create stronger stories and do something more personal. And since he loves all these different styles, he made a point to try and focus on just one and do it well.

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“I still feel like it’s all over the place sometimes,” he admitted with a smile.

“But it’s getting better. It’s getting more and more focused. So, next album, I would like it to be even more narrow in terms of style. To sound more like myself and not like my influences.”

He admits that it was a subconscious decision to go with country. He was listening to a lot of country music at the time, which is how it ended up coming out that way. And the more live shows he plays with the new material, the more the country influence comes across to him. It incorporates more traditional country, along with swamp pop - popular music from Louisiana that mixes country and soul and is performed by artists there in French - along with Cajun music. There’s also a little bit of Tejano music in there as well, he said.

He admits that his style of music is not popular in France, which can be both a blessing and a curse. He is one of just a few bands playing in this style, and it can be frustrating at times to not have a full-fledged scene to work and collaborate with like in Austin, Nashville or even parts of Sweden and Holland. But at the same time, it makes them special.

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“The good thing about playing an unpopular music in our country is that you focus on the music and you’re not caught up in the technical part of it.

You’re not thinking about the strategy or communication,” he said. “You’re just focusing on what you like and just an honest reflection of the music you love.”

It’s gone over well in Korea. While here for ten days because of Zandari Festa, Lawrence said they played about five to six shows in Seoul and Busan, including the festival. He said that the reception from the audience here has been vastly different than back home in France.

The crowd is more interactive here dancing and more cheerful. Back home, he said most people just stand and listen.

And if they like the music, you’d never know because they don’t openly react.

The new album, Lawrence said that he is always writing and hopes to release another in 2020. His ultimate goal is to do a better album with each go. Not to mention, with his new, simpler approach to his music, he is now able to focus more on live performances - the stories that he’s telling and the interpretation of the music on stage. One of the great things about country music is that it is centered on story-telling, which is another reason he said that he’s drawn to it.

“It’s all about the performer and the songs,” he said. “The guitar the instrument - the voice and the song.

And it stands on its own.”

“Sauce Piquante” by Theo Lawrence drops on Oct. 25 on major music sites.

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From the moment Carter stepped foot on stage, she lived up to her name.

Her presence was graceful, charming, and enormously poised

Grace Cart er

Expressing Vulnerability with Her Voice

Story ROYA CARTELDGE Photos MATTHEW MAKOWSKI

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inger-songwriter Grace Carter is an artist to watch out for. She has been making a name for herself in the music industry ever since her debut single “Silence” was released in 2017. Racking nearly 2 million listeners monthly on Spotify alone, there is no surprise why the industry has taken notice of her work. Hailing from the small seaside town of Brighton off the south coast of England, Carter is no novice when it comes to songwriting. She began writing at the ripe age of 13, where traces of her early childhood influences of R&B, soul, and jazz can be heard through her sultry sound.

Carter’s visibility, however, didn’t begin to grow until after the singer was signed to Polydor Records and landed opening acts for artists such as Dua Lipa and Rag’n’Bone Man. In December of 2018, Carter released her debut EP, “Why Her Not Me.” The EP included seven tracks that gained her prominence and established her own musical career. Since then, Carter has been busy headlining shows, promoting her album and most recent works throughout the UK, Europe, and Asia.

Recently the artist headlined her own concert in Seoul at MUV Hall in Hongdae.

The gathering was quite an intimate setting despite the auditorium being nearly filled to capacity. Devoted fans came flocking on a Thursday evening to hear the 22-year-old’s performance.

From the moment Carter stepped foot on stage, she lived up to her name. Her presence was graceful, charming, and enormously poised.

Though Carter’s sound may be typical in reference to pop music. Carter is distinctive in regards to her emotional appeal. The singer has a robust voice and a relaxed natural vibrato, which adds a certain quality and depth to her sound.

Her performance was truly expressive and thought-provoking, as her lyrical content and words exuded emotion. Even as Carter transitioned in between the songs on her set, she spoke from a place of vulnerability. She shared personal details of her life and the inspiration behind her music. She reflected on her upbringing

and the struggles she faced being a person of mixed heritage. She spoke of the challenges she faced being raised in a single-parent household. She shared personal details of her life concerning heartache and self-love in a deeply engrossing way. Her words and lyrics conveyed intimate pieces of herself. Even at one point, tears streamed down the artist’s face while she performed her hit single, “Silhouette,” a song she wrote when she was 16 about feeling insignificant.

As the crowd applauded and sang along, Carter remained extremely humble and enthralled with her audience. Carter’s performance spoke directly to the heart.

Carter is thoroughly an honest performer, who pours her heart and soul into what she does. It was a unique and refreshing experience to witness a pop artist truly interested in producing a genuine and constructive message. Grace Carter is truly a rising star on her own merit. It was a riveting and inspirational experience to watch her perform.

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Into Something New Conhas Coffee revives its foundations into a new style Story BECKY WHITE Photos AHN DONG HO

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f you’ve heard of Conhas Coffee already, it’s because there have been a few previous locations before this one.

Conhas Coffee’s first cafe was located in Seogyo-dong, where Conhas’ style was first developed. Stark and minimal in foundation but unexpectedly warmed through subtle details and inspirational interior design, Conhas has only improved with each new opening. Hapjeong also boasts a two-story cafe, where they hold exhibitions by local artists on the first floor.

Though the Hapjeong location is nice, having visited a year ago and still pleasantly fond of the cement walls hung with architectural photographs, and though the Seogyo-dong location is now folded up and gone, the Yeonhui-dong location remains my favorite.

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In Seoul, where spacious real estate is hard to come by, Conhaus uses its corner expansively. Besides having multiple rooms, high-ceilings, and vast windows, it also have a walled-in courtyard, complete with a pool where you can cool your feet in the hot summer months and leafy trees to sit under. Grainy photographs and odd decorations like miniature cacti dot the walls, finding their places where the cement has cracked.

Conhas uses innovative ideas to bring old things back to life. The mismatched tables, part black wood, part grey cement, are the designs of the owner; the black wood was sawed off from an old table that was used previously, and by attaching it to the cement the table is revived in a new way.

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The unique sliding windows that let in sunlight and fresh air were once door frames.

Scribbled words and numbers on the walls are left where they are, uncovered remarks penned by a bygone stranger. The past is modernized here.

It goes without saying that the coffee is great. To accompany their drinks served in industrial mugs and glass beakers are fresh bread. The cafe is infused with dusty sunlight and the scent of croissants.

It’s oddly cozy despite all the metal and concrete. It’s cool inside though the natural lighting is strong. Feel free to sit outside by the pool in their lawn chairs or in the patio at the center of the cafe. Perhaps the best places of all, however, are the private nooks around the corner that are just small enough for a handful of friends.

Open everyday from 10 am to 11 pm, Conhas Coffee is a great place to come alone or with company. Though it’s healthy walk from any nearby station, the quiet, chic atmosphere is worth the journey.

Follow them on instagram at conhascoffee_co.ltd

Conhas Coffee Seodamun-gu, Yeonhui-dong, 90-1 Plastic Free: Happily, yes, besides the straws.

Tip: Take a photo in the hallway; the lighting is gorgeous

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FAMILY AND KIDS Eton House Prep (02) 749-8011 • 68-3 Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul A unique British-style Prep School for children of all nationalities from 2-13 years of age. A broad, challenging and innovative curriculum preparing pupils for senior school and life beyond. www.etonhouseprep.com AMUSEMENT PARKS Everland Resort (031) 320-5000 • 310 Jeondae-ri, Pogokeup, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do Lotte World (02) 411-2000 0 • 240 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul Pororo Park (D-Cube city) 1661-6340 • 360-51 Sindorim-dong, Guro-gu, Seoul Children’s Grand Park (zoo) (02) 450-9311 • 216 Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul Seoul Zoo (02) 500-7338 • 159-1 Makgyedong, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do BOOKSTORES What the Book?

(02) 797-2342 • 176-2, Itaewon 1-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul • whatthebook.com Located in Itaewon, this English bookstore has new books, used books and children’s books.

Kim & Johnson 1566-0549 • B2 fl-1317-20 Seochodong, Seocho-gu, Seoul

HEALTH ORIENTAL MEDICINE Lee Moon Won Korean Medicine Clinic 02) 511-1079 • 3rd fl., Lee&You bldg. 69-5 Chungdam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul Specializes in hair loss and scalp problems and offers comprehensive treatments and services including aesthetic and hair care products.

COSMETIC SURGERY MIZAIN plastic surgery Seoul National University College of Medicine graduate doctors offer the best quality medical services • (02) 515 6199 • Dosan-daero 423 (Cheongdam-dong 91-11), Gangnam-gu, Seoul www.mizainps.com MVP plastic surgery Welcoming environment for foreigners and friendly staff guarantees a pleasant visit for cosmetic surgery related consultations. (02) 3442 6669 •Nonhyeon-ro 819, Gangnam-gu, Seoul JK plastic surgery center Experience the best medical system in Korea. Its superb system allows the minimum efforts for your medical experiences.

(02) 777 0337 • 584-2 Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul FITNESS Exxl Fitness Gangnam Finance Center, 737 Yeoksamdong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul www.exxl.co.kr

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UROLOGY & OB Sewum Urology (02) 3482-8575 • 10th fl., Dongil bldg., 429 Gangnam-daero, Seochogu, Seoul Tower Urology (02) 2277-6699 • 5th fl. 119 Jongno 3-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul DENTAL CLINIC Boston Dental Clinic General dentistry / Periodontics / Orthodontics (02) 3482-0028 • 92-12 5F, Banpo 4-dong (Seorae French Village), Seocho-gu, Seoul OPHTHALMOLOGY Dream Eye Center The best eye clinic for LASIK and LASEK. 3,000+ foreign patients over 20+ years of experience with 0 complaints. If you’re considering getting this, make sure to choose the best.

• 1588 9881 • 14 fl., Mijin Plaza, 825 Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul ANIMAL HOSPITALS Chunghwa Animal Hospital / Korea Animal Transport (02) 792-7602 • 21-1 Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul / www.cwhospital.com

MUSEUM AND GALLERIES National Museum of Korea (02) 2077-9000 • 168-6 Yongsandong 6-ga, Yongsan-gu, Seoul The NMK offers educational programs on Korean history and culture in English and Korean.

National Palace Museum of Korea (02) 3701-7500 • 12 Hyoja-ro, Jongnogu, Seou This museum has a program called Experiencing Royal Culture designed for English teachers to help learn about Joseon royal culture.

Seodaemun Museum of Natural History (02) 330-8899 • 141-52 Yeonhui-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul Don’t know where to take your kids on weekends? This museum exhibits a snapshot of the world and animals.

National Museum of Contemporary Art, Korea (02) 2188-6000 • 313 Gwangmyeongro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do Leeum Samsung Museum of Art (02) 2014-6901• 747-18 Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul • 10:30 am-6 pm Closed on Mondays, New Year’s Day, Lunar New Year and Chuseok holidays.

Gallery Hyundai (02) 734-6111~3 • 22 Sagan-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul The first specialized art gallery in Korea and accommodates contemporary art. • 10 am-6 pm Closed on Mondays, New Year’s Day, Lunar New Year and Chuseok holidays.

Plateau (02) 1577-7595 • 50 Taepyung-ro 2-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul • 10 am-6 p. m.

Closed on Mondays.

National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Seoul (MMCA SEOUL) (02) 3701-9500 • 30 Samcheong-ro, Sogyeok-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul Daegu Art Museum (053) 790-3000 • 374 Samdeok-dong, Suseong-gu, Daegu Art space for local culture presenting Daegu’s contemporary fine arts and internationally renowned artists.

EMBASSIES American Embassy (02) 397-4114 • 188 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul Canadian Embassy (02) 3783-6000 • (613) 996-8885 (Emergency Operations Center) Jeongdong-gil (Jeong-dong) 21, Jung-gu, Seoul British Embassy (02) 3210-5500 • Sejong-daero 19-gil 24, Jung-gu, Seoul Australian Embassy (02) 2003-0100 • 19th fl, Kyobo bldg., 1 Jongno 1-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul Philippine Embassy (02) 796-7387~9 • 5-1 Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul Spanish Embassy (02) 794-3581 • 726-52 Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul French Embassy (02) 3149-4300 • 30 Hap-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

HOTELS & RESORTS Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul (02) 2250-8080 • San 5-5, Jangchung-dong 2-ga Jung gu,Seoul

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Novotel Ambassador Gangnam (02) 567-1101 • 603 Yeoksam 1-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul Grand Hilton Seoul (02) 3216-5656 • 353 Yeonhui-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul Somerset Palace Seoul (02) 6730-8888 • 85 Susongdong, Jongno-gu, Seoul Park Hyatt Seoul (02) 2016-1244 • 606 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul Lotte Hotel Busan (051) 810-1000 • 772 Gayadaero, Busanjin-gu, Busan Park Hyatt Busan (051) 990-1244 • 51, Marine City 1-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan 612824, Korea

EMERGENCY MEDICAL CENTERS

Seoul National University Hospital 1339 • 28-2 Yeongeon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul Seoul Samsung Hospital 1599-3114 • 50 Irwon-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul Asan Medical Center 1688-7575 • 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpagu, Seoul Keimyung University Dongsan Medical Center (053) 250-7167 (7177 / 7187) • 56 Dalseong-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu

AIRLINES Korean Air 1588-2001

FAMILY AND KIDS Yongsan Intl. School (02) 797-5104 • San 10-213 Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul Seoul Intl. School (031) 750-1200 • 388-14 Bokjeongdong, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam, Gyeonggi-do Branksome Hall Asia (02) 6456-8405 • Daejung-eup, Seogipo-si, Jeju Island Daegu Intl. School (053) 980-2100 • 1555 Bongmudong, Dong-gu, Daegu

Dulwich College Seoul

Asiana Airlines 1588-8000 Lufthansa (02) 2019-0180 Garuda Indonesia (02) 773-2092 • garuda-indonesia.co.kr

University Dongsan Medical Center (053) 250-7167 (7177 / 7187) 56 Dalseong-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu

Jeju Air 1599-1500

Gangnam St-Mary’s Hospital 1588-1511 • 222 Banpo-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

British Airways (02) 774-5511

Yonsei Severance Hospital (Sinchon) (02) 2227-7777 • 50 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

Delta Airlines (02) 754-1921

T’way Air 1688-8686 Jin Air 1600-6200 Cathay Pacific Airways (02) 311-2700v Emirates Airlines (02) 2022-8400

Dulwich College Seoul offers an exemplary British-style international education (including IGCSE and IBDP) for over 600 expatriate students aged 3 to 18 from over 40 different countries.

6 Sinbanpo-ro 15-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Korea http://seoul.dulwich.org/ admissions@dulwich-seoul.kr 02-3015-8500

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