History of Hanbok, Designed in the Goguryeo Kingdom Era to be Made in Modern Style like K-Pop Idol

Kapanlagi.com - Who is mesmerized by the beauty of Hanbok, traditional Korean clothing? This traditional clothing is often seen when watching sageuk dramas (historical dramas). However, nowadays, Hanbok is also known by anyone along with the popularity of K-Pop worldwide.

Hanbok has unique lines that make anyone who wears it look elegant and beautiful. Even Hanbok looks the best when the wearer is moving. Hanbok has creative and expressive designs.

1. Hanbok Design

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To get to know Hanbok more deeply, we must know about the characteristics of this traditional clothing, which generally has bright colors. These colors give deep and rich meanings to Hanbok that cannot be found in artificial dyes.

Its shape has a slim top and a wide bottom, similar to a bell. The outer clothing should also be tight and fit with the skirt. This well-fitting outer clothing reflects the attractive shape of the upper body. The wide and flexible skirt enhances the elegance of the wearer by hiding the movements of the lower body, making the wearer appear to be floating in the air.

2. Formerly Used Every Day

A complete set of hanbok for men consists of a vest, jeogori (outer top), and pants, while for women it includes jeogori, inner blouse, skirt, and trousers. This Joseon dynasty-style clothing is commonly worn formally or during traditional celebrations and festivals, including weddings and funerals. Meanwhile, children usually wear Hanbok during Chuseok or Seollal celebrations, as well as their first birthday celebration called Doljanchi.

Hanbok was actually everyday clothing worn by Koreans until 100 years ago. Hanbok comes in various forms and colors, reflecting the culture and lifestyle of its time.

3. History of Hanbok

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The structure of Hanbok, especially jeogeori, pants, and skirt, was originally designed to facilitate movement during the Goguryeo Kingdom era (37 BC - 668 AD). Even until now, its design has relatively remained unchanged. This is evidenced by paintings on Goguryeo burial mounds depicting a man and a woman wearing tight pants and waist-length jackets.

However, during the Joseon Dynasty, women's jeogori gradually became tighter and shortened. In the 16th century, jeogori became slightly puffy and reached below the waist. But by the late 19th century, Daewon-gun introduced Magoja, a Manchu-style jacket that is still commonly worn today. Meanwhile, chima or skirt was made longer.

The love of Koreans for Hanbok is also demonstrated by modifying Hanbok to be worn daily. To gain more recognition worldwide, some K-Pop idols also wear Hanbok in their performances, such as BLACKPINK, Suga BTS, VIXX, OH MY GIRL, Kang Daniel, Zico, and SUPERM. Who else loves Hanbok's design?

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