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Trace of Hanbok
The trace of Hanbok's design can be found way back in the 3rd century BCE. -
Jan 1, 918
Mongolian's influence in Hanbok
After the Goryeo dynasty (918–1392) signed peace treaty with the Mongol Empire in the 13th century, Mongolian princesses who married Korean royals, brought with them Mongolian fashion which began to take over in both formal and private life. As a result of this influence, the chima skirt was shortened, and jeogori was hiked up above the waist and tied at the chest with a long, wide ribbon, the goruem (instead of being belted) and the sleeves were curved slightly. -
Jan 1, 1392
Goryeo Dynasty
After the Goryeo dynasty (918–1392) signed peace treaty with the Mongol Empire in the 13th century, Mongolian princesses who married Korean royals, brought with them Mongolian fashion which began to take over in both formal and private life. As a result of this influence, the chima skirt was shortened, and jeogori was hiked up above the waist and tied at the chest with a long, wide ribbon, the goruem (instead of being belted) and the sleeves were curved slightly. -
Jul 1, 1392
Joseon Dynasty
During the Joseon era, the chima skirt had more volume while the jeogori blouses were in a tighter and shorter form. -
Imja War's Outcomes
After the Japanese invasion of Korea or Imja war, everyday Hanbok were influenced to use less fabric. -
17th and 18th Century
In the seventeenth and eighteenth century, chimas were focused on the hips, which formed a silhouette similar to Western bustles. Although Men’s Hanbok didn’t see much change -
19th Century
In the beginning of the 19th century, Hanbok was replaced by Western clothing. But Hanbok is still worn on special occasions. -
Hanbok Day
South Korea's Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism created Hanbok Day to encourage Koreans to wear Hanbok. -
Present Day
Hanbok is still worn in South Korea to this day. Although it's not worn for everyday life, it's worn for ceremonies and other special events.
