With its expanding influence over fashion industry worldwide, S.Korea has been solidifying its stance as a fashion-developed country. Although a small country, there are numerous fashion places in S.Korea you simply must visit when you fly over to Seoul, Korea. Fashioninkorea.org has chosen two fashion must-see fashion sights a fashionista should definitely hit in Korea.

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Must-see Fashion Sights in Seoul, South Korea
4 April 2014
Written by Kim yeun yoo
FASHION IN KOREA
With its expanding influence over fashion industry worldwide, S.Korea has been solidifying its stance as
a fashion-developed country. Although a small country, there are numerous fashion places in S.Korea
you simply must visit when you fly over to Seoul, Korea. Fashioninkorea.org has chosen two fashion
must-see fashion sights a fashionista should definitely hit in Korea.
1. Hongdae (Hong Ik University)
If you go ask any Korean where to visit for shopping, the answer you will get the most is “Hongdae”.
Hongdae is short for Hong Ik University which is a university especially known for its fine arts
department. Long before Hongdea became a fashion capital, it was known for the artists that roamed
around the area. Artists, musicians, and designers gathered around the district of Zanadri which is the
old name for the city that Hongdae is situated in.
Hongdae main street (Source: ZZZIP)

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Walking around Hongdae, you will soon find two straight streets filled with fashion venders. Of course
you can find retail stores, but the real fun lies in looking at the tiny stores and bargaining the price for
each pieces with the venders. Hongdae’s fashion is known for its fresh young vibe and uniqueness.
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Another place you can go when you’re already around Hongdae is Sangsoo. Sangsoo is a place not far
from Hongdae (about ten minutes walk) where there are many unique select shop as well as petite cafes.
Hongdae is more of hip and street wear whereas sangsoo is more indie-like.
How to Get to Hong Ik University
The easiest way to get to the street known as shopping street or ‘a street that everyone wants to
walk’(걷고 싶은 거리) is to hit th subway. Take line number two a.k. a green line and you will find a
flow of people heading to the same destination. Follow that flow and you will easily find the wanted
place. Or, if you cannot find the flow, walk straight a block and cross the road to reach the shopping
district. Voila!

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2. Garosoogil (Apgujeong / Sinsa)
If you have been keeping an eye on Korean street fashion snapshots, you are probably familiar with the
street name ‘Garosoogil’. Garosoogil has been known for its luxurious fashion style. The word
‘Garosoogil’ means a street of trees in Korean. So what it is is basically a long straight street with two
rows of trees planted every block. Within the street there are designer shops, select shops, as well as
retail shops and big labels like MCM.
Sinsa dong garosoogil main street (Source: Korea tourism organization)
Sinsa dong garosoogil main street (Source: Korea tourism organization)

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Garosoogil’s fashion is known for its chicness. Sunglasses, crisp shirts, and slacks are some of the most
spotted items on Garosoogil. If you are fashion lover who prefers more dressy look than street fashion,
then Garosoogil is the place to go.
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Close to Garosoogil is Apgujeong Rodeo where you can find a lot of designer showrooms and shops.
Having feautred on fashioninkorea.org, you might remember Enzuvan. Enzuvan’s designer Hong
Eunjoo’s showroom is also situated in Apgujeong.
How to Get to Garosoogil
You can get to Garosoogil by subway. Take Line number 3 a.k.a yellow line and get off at Sinsa station.
If you come out the exit number 8 and walk straight, you will soon reach the famous Garosoogil.