Dec 23, 2024 · Welcoming the new year with a showcase of Korea's traditional hanbok attire, celebrities have used their influence to promote the cultural heritage through global photoshoot initiatives.

Jan 29, 2025 · Hanbok (traditional Korean dress), when worn right, exudes an elegant and polished look that gives a nod to Korean culture and history. The attire is now mainly worn during weddings or at Gyeongbok Palace, but is still also frequently donned during the Seollal or Chuseok holidays. ... [WEEKEND GETAWAY] Over the moon: Lunar New Year attractions ...

Jan 29, 2025 · Lunar New Year, known as Seollal in Korean, is a significant celebration marking the first day of the lunar calendar and one of the most important national holidays in both South and North Korea.This year, Seollal falls on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, bringing families together for a three-day celebration. Seollal is filled with various traditional customs and festive activities; families ...

The Moonlight Hanbok Fashion Show held at Gyeongbokgung Palace on Oct. 22 showcases modern interpretations of traditional Hanbok clothes, and features evening wear decorated with lace and complemented by elaborate head ornaments.

During the Lunar New Year (Seollal) and Chuseok, Koreans often wear Hanbok to celebrate and show respect to their ancestors. The vibrant colors and elegant designs of the Hanbok remain an essential part of preserving Korea’s cultural identity.

Jan 2, 2024 · Seollal [설날], also known as Korean New Year or Lunar New Year, is – together with Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) – one of the most important and widely celebrated holidays in South Korea. It marks the beginning of the lunar calendar year and is a time for family reunions and ancestral rituals.

Jan 25, 2025 · Gift-giving is an integral part of the holiday, symbolizing respect and gratitude. Popular Seollal gifts include: Cash or gift cards for practical use.; Ginseng and honey for health and well-being.; Luxury items like beef or seafood to show appreciation.; Daily essentials like soap or toothpaste for thoughtful utility.. Wearing Hanbok (한복)

As Lunar New Year (설날) approaches, it's the perfect time to delve into the rich cultural heritage of Korea. One iconic aspect of Korean culture that embodies tradition, elegance, and beauty is the Hanbok (한복).

Families wear hanbok on holidays like Chuseok, which is the harvest festival, and Seollal, which is the Lunar New Year, as a way to honor their ancestors and celebrate their cultural history. During these celebrations, donning hanbok connotes a link …

Jan 30, 2025 · Stray Kids impressed viewers in their ”Back Door“ dance practice video, wearing the traditional hanbok, while most recently, NewJeans wore hanbok during their performance of ”Cool With You“ for the ‘2024 Korea On Stage - New Generation’ event.