Hanbok: Timeless Fashion Tradition (Korea Essentials No.16)

Contents

Introduction 6 Chapter 1

The Origins of Hanbok 10 History of Hanbok I Essential Features of Hanbok Chapter 2

The Beauty of Hanbok 26 Chapter 3

From Royal Court to Wedding Dress 40 Hanbok for the Royalty | Hanbok for Yangban | Hanbok for Commoners I

Hanbok for Special Occasions Chapter 4

Tradition and Modernity 70 Stylistic Changes | 50s: Introduction to Fashion | 60s: New Community & Miniskirts | 70s: Bedrock of Industrialization | 80s: A Society in Transition I 90s: Cosmopolitan Culture Chapter 5

Hanbok Goes Global 88 Western Designers Notice Hanbok | The Future of Hanbok

Appendix

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Hanbok: Timeless Fashion Tradition (Korea Essentials No.16)

Published on Apr 24, 2014

Seoul Selection

Hanbok embodies many of the social and aesthetic values of the Korean people. In accordance with the emphasis on social harmony found in Confucian philosophy, the choice of hanbok varied depending on one’s position in society. Its beautifully flowing lines and harmonious color schemes are important aesthetic values found in Korean art. Hanbok is increasingly emerging into the spotlight following the popularity of Korean television dramas, which are often set in the past, and also through efforts to promote hanbok on the global stage. Renowned fashion designers around the world have taken note of hanbok and have incorporated elements of hanbok into their own work. This book will examine the origins, history, and the unique characteristics of hanbok and its contemporary standing.

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