SEOUL, Jul. 17 (Korea Bizwire) – Asiana Airlines announced on July 16 that it will launch a line of bags and pouches made from recycled uniforms, embracing the concept of upcycling. The South Korean carrier has partnered with 119REO, a fashion brand known for upcycling firefighters’ protective gear, to create these innovative products. The collaboration aims [...]
SEOUL, Jul. 16 (Korea Bizwire) – LG Household & Health Care, a leading South Korean consumer goods company, announced on July 15 that its research identifying key genes influencing skin tone has been published in the prestigious international scientific journal “Nature Communications”. The study, which analyzed the skin genomes of over 57,000 East Asian individuals, marks [...]
SEOUL, Jul. 8 (Korea Bizwire) – In a recent episode of SBS’s popular reality show “My Ugly Duckling,” viewers witnessed an unexpected scene: celebrities Lee Dong-gun, Kim Jong-kook, and Lee Sang-min nervously entering a plastic surgery clinic. This moment marks a significant shift in how South Korean entertainment figures approach the once-taboo subject of cosmetic procedures. [...]
SEOUL, Jun. 3 (Korea Bizwire) – The vibrant yellow cardigan donned by ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin at her second press conference has ignited a fashion frenzy, leading to it selling out on some retail sites moments after her appearance and attracting resellers seeking to profit from the demand. Min held an emergency press conference at 2:30 [...]
SEOUL, Apr. 29 (Korea Bizwire) – When it comes to tying the knot in spectacular fashion, Seoul’s five-star hotels have become the epitome of extravagant nuptial celebrations for South Korea’s elite. From lush floral arrangements to opulent ballrooms bathed in verdant hues, these venues provide a backdrop worthy of a queen’s pristine white dress – an [...]
SEOUL, Apr. 22 (Korea Bizwire) – Dozens of South Korean fashion labels including thisisneverthat have formally launched a new association aimed at cracking down on counterfeit products, particularly those flowing in from China’s e-commerce platforms. According to industry sources, small and medium-sized fashion brands have joined forces with online fashion retailer Musinsa to establish the “Brand [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent analysis by the inbound tourism platform Creatrip has revealed that in addition to the popular plastic surgery and dermatology procedures, foreign medical tourists visiting South Korea are increasingly seeking dental and ophthalmology services. Based on data from the company’s medical tourism booking service for the first two months [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – As the Los Angeles Dodgers kicked off their MLB World Tour in the South Korean capital, the wives of the team’s players embarked on a pilgrimage of their own — to the hallowed grounds of K-beauty retail mecca Olive Young. On Thursday afternoon, a group of around 10 wives, including [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – In the heart of Seoul, the world’s foremost and largest gathering of digital influencers, Seoul Con 2023, has revealed a fascinating insight: when thinking of Seoul, ‘Beauty and Fashion’ dominate the imaginations of international influencers. This revelation comes from a comprehensive survey conducted by the Seoul Business Agency (SBA), which [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 2 (Korea Bizwire) –The fashion world is witnessing a resurgence of the “grandpa core” look, a style reminiscent of garments one might find in a grandfather’s closet, leading to a noticeable increase in related product sales. Characterized by classic cable knit sweaters, oversized Oxford shirts, and rugby shirts, this trend encapsulates a blend [...]