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Although there’s still an underlying chill, it’s undeniable that something in the air has shifted: spring is here. And with its arrival, like every new season, millions can be heard saying, “But I have nothing…
Are you a super diligent and organized person who has everything prepared as the New Year rolls in? Or are you the other kind of person (like me) who ...
Who said that “Beauty is only skin deep”? I know that it is emphasizing the importance of inner beauty, but I can’t help but think: since effort ...
Over the past three weeks, The Korea Blog has focused on the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, Haenggung, and cultural performances and activities. This week c ...
Western Seoul doesn’t get much respect. Oh, of course, you can argue that the young and hip Hongdae and Sinchon districts are in western Seoul, but for some reason, when people mention western Seoul it’s usually…
Have you had one of those days? One of those incredibly long days where every time you glance at the clock a mere 5 minutes have passed? You just can’t wait to get home and collapse so you count the minutes and as soon as work…
It’s called son jaeju (손재주), literally “hand talent” or “hand skills”. Koreans have oodles of them, so having an exposition dedicated to it isn’t a surprise: The Handmade Korea Fair 2012 took place…
Korean celebs have never been more high fashion, or Korean designers more high-profile. This has opened K-culture up to a new breed of fan: the British fashionista. London Fashion Week played a big role in promoting…
