10 Global Korean Brands Owned By Koreans That You Should Know Now!
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We're getting our fashion fix right here right now because our current Korean fashion obsession has finally come full circle. This time around we're focusing our attention not just from our favorite Korean actresses and idols but towards their internet-breaking fashion pieces. We're heading straight to the brands that stirred and continue to uplift what K-fashion is today. From cult-favorite high fashion brands Juun.J and Gentle Monster to emerging fashion heavy-hitters Bad Blood and Kirin, we introduce you to 10 of the most influential Korean fashion labels in recent history. Worn by the likes of IU, Seo Ye-ji, Park Bo-gum, G-Dragon, and even our very own Nadine Lustre, we made it easier for you to look chic no matter what your personal style is. Take a look at the gallery down below to get to know each brand we've been eyeing. Click the photo credit link so we can easily link you to their Instagram page!
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Top Korean Fashion Labels
Top Korean Fashion Labels
Kirin
Berlin-based streetwear label Kirin is founded by South Korean DJ sensation Peggy Gou. The brand’s high-end, high-octane pieces debuted at Paris Fashion Week 2019 which was attended by the likes of Virgil Abloh and AMBUSH’s Yoon Ahn. South Korean mythological emblems, saturated color-blocking, and club culture reign supreme at the core of the brand’s coveted pieces. It won’t be a surprise if we see Kirin take over Berlin and Seoul’s club scene next year!
Photo Credit: Photo from @kirin_
SJYP
Worn by the likes of Kpop idols Yuna and Hyori Lee along with K-actresses Pyo Ye-jin and Lee Yu-bi, SJYP is considered a one stop-shop of all animated '90s-style fashion pieces. A legion of Korean fashion icons consider the brand’s quirky day dresses, sweaters, buttondowns, and accessories a true must-have.
Photo Credit: Photo from @sjyp.kr
87MM
Worn by the likes of IU, Nam Joo-hyuk, Park Bo-gum, and Ji Chang-wook, 87MM is considered one of the most recognizable streetwear brands in South Korea. Apart from the brand’s signature ‘mmlg’ tees and hoodies, 87MM’s also pioneered the comeback of gargoyle vests and paved way for square-toed dress shoes for everyday. We love a brand that constantly cooks up interesting fashion pieces!
Photo Credit: Photo from @87mm_official
Covernat
If you’re looking for outerwear pieces with the perfect structure, sizing, and design then you should check out Covernat right away! The brand’s commitment to perfecting outerwear specifically made for the Asian body type is what sets this brand apart. Imagine how comforting it is to order something online without fussing over the brand’s tagged photos or sizing guide? We suggest you consider turning all your outerwear needs to Covernat.
Photo Credit: Photo from @covernat_
Ader Error
Ader Error has been considered a cult-favorite way before K-fashion became a thing outside South Korea. The brand never fails to pays homage to art and its cherished community. The flagship store of Ader Error was even considered a contemporary art gallery by locals and tourists alike. Praised for their comic fashion campaigns and collaborations with global brand’s like PUMA and Maison Kistune, Ader Error is bound to lead K-fashion for a while.
Photo Credit: Photo from @ader_error
Bad Blood
Deemed as the 'cool girl’s loungewear', Bad Blood sits pretty at the top of K-fashion with sultry yet wearable loungewear. Their array of sweat shirts and pants, bodysuits, fleece cardigans, puffer jackets, and a number of sleepwear pieces are bought by 'It' girls worldwide including our very own Nadine Lustre!
Photo Credit: Photo from @badblood_
Blindness
Where most global brands tend to follow restrictive gender labels such as ‘for men’ or ‘for women’, Blindness indulges in wildly imaginative genderless clothing. Despite South Korea’s buzzing influence in TV, film, music, and fashion, the general public still feels iffy by brands as bold as Blindness. But since the brand’s doing awfully well in influencing the fashion community, we bet that in no time the general public will begin to accept Blindness’ fleeting unconventionality.
Photo Credit: Photo from @blindness_official
Juun.J
Juun.J continues to be one of the most progressive Korean brands with their impalpable tailoring and drapery. Founder and Designer Jung Wook-jun remains at the pinnacle of South Korean fashion as he constantly receives clients such as G-Dragon, Tayeang, Rihana and even the late Karl Lagerfeld who started wearing Juun.J in 2008.
Photo Credit: Photo from @juun.j_official
Gentle Monster
Founded by Hankook Kim in 2011, Gentle Monster has truly made a name for itself after almost a decade in the fashion industry. Apart from their internet-breaking collaboration with BLACKPINK’s Jennie Kim, Gentle Monster has also been busy churning out collections with AMBUSH’s Yoon Ahn and French fashion label Marine Serre. It is true that eyewear never looked this good until Gentle Monster showed up!
Photo Credit: Photo from @gentlemonster
Minju Kim
In case you’ve been living under a cave, Minju Kim is taking the western fashion industry by storm with her namesake brand. After winning ‘Next In Fashion’, Minju Kim’s puffed out dresses, tulle, and floral creations continue to receive acclaim worldwide. Not to mention the number of times we saw her pieces on Seo Ye-ji for 'It's Okay To Not Be Okay'!
Photo Credit: Photo from @_minjukim_
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