the world of Karl Lagerfeld comes to Seongsu-dong: korea’s first immersive pop-up

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kARL LAGERFELD’s first immersive pop-up store in Korea has opened in Seoul’s trendy Seongsu-dong neighborhood, showcasing the creative legacy and future vision of the late icon of modern fashion. Presented in collaboration with CJ OnStyle, the Seongsu-dong pop-up combines the brand’s signature black-and-white aesthetic with a futuristic flair, creating a unique experience that feels like … Read more

“Want to go to an art museum after work?” a special night at Daelim Museum of Art, Night Program

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‘Life in the evening’ and ‘cultural life’ are the dreams of many office workers. however, it’s not always easy to find time to visit an art museum on weekday evenings due to busy work schedules. Daelim Museum of Art has prepared a very special gift for such office workers. the museum offers two free night … Read more

zara Myeongdong’s transformation: Korea’s first ‘jacafe’ meets smart shopping

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global fashion brand ZARA has reached a new milestone in the heart of Seoul, Myeongdong. Reopening on May 9 after a major renovation, the ZARA Myeongdong Nunsquare flagship store is more than just a store – it’s an innovative space that combines shopping, relaxation, and technology. The first Zacaffè in Korea is the best reason … Read more

museum Mountain ‘Ground’: tadao Ando Meets Anthony Gormley

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museum Mountain in Wonju, Gangwon Province, has taken another evolution. on June 20, GROUND, a new meditative space created by two masters of exposed concrete, Tadao Ando and Antony Gormley, a master of contemporary sculpture, finally opened its doors. the world’s first permanent Antony Gormley museum, it is a unique place where architecture, sculpture and … Read more

summoning the Joseon Dynasty’s ‘Gyehoe’: how the House of New Worlds summons summer

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house of Shinsegae Heritage, which opened last spring next to Shinsegae Department Store’s main branch, has become more than just an exhibition space, but a thoughtful curation that brings the value of traditional Korean crafts into the present day. Following the opening exhibition, “Dare to Be,” which focused on the theme of furoshiki, the second … Read more

kim Chang-yeol Retrospective: The Secret of Droplets from a Gunshot Wound | National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Korea

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shimmering, transparent beauty. this is the work of Kim Chang-yeol (1929-2021), the “drip painter” we remember. but behind the beauty lies the devastating scars of the Korean War and the loneliness of being an alien. this large-scale retrospective of Kim Chang-yeol at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Seoul, is the first exhibition … Read more