I love the mix of colors, except for the skirt. It just seems a tad wild for the already colorful ensemble. I adore the oversized sweater the most though. It looks so warm and comfy!
I love the absolute mix of things – it almost looks nomadic in a sense, no? I especially love the very ladylike black leather gloves juxtaposed with the converse high-tops…
Luv the skirt – don't remember seeing anything quite like it (reminds me a bit of Polish paper-cut patterns). Don't know where you found her – lived one year in Korea and got very very tired with the monotony of styles – rarely anybody stood out, or had an original style. But like sb noticed, she doesn't seem Korean – from the style and face she reminds me of Japanese.
Que bien , viajar tanto y poder disfrutar de todo lo bueno, incluido los looks que puedes ver, la rebeca me gusta, aunque con la falda…me parece demasiado grunge.
Love the capture…the outfit…not so much. But I like that fact that she has the balls to wear this and looks like she could care less what any of us think….good, bad or indifferent. Very aloof attitude you caught!
AWESOME! RAD! THE SHOES ADD THAT PERFECT DASH OF RED AND THE BOTTOM FINISHING OF THIS CRAZY OUTFIT! I don't think it would have worked as well if the shoes were black, ya know? This rocks- I think you should stay in Korea.. And let the large men in Europe who wear their clothes to tight have their ego's cool off for a while. And those anorexic socialites can go eat. Sartorialist in Korea should be a permanent fix! Rocks man
i could never pull of the loose fitting cardigan but love the print as wel as the central asian looking and psychadelic kashmiri type print of her skirt. she definitely pulls off the look. i think it's her confidence and un-pretentiousness. most of us tend to be so finicky about this not matching with that or that not matching with this. like a few other people said, i too agree that she's most probably japanese based on her facial features(weird u might say but over the years, i've come to differentiate between asian faces) as well as the tour book in her hand. there are many japanese tourists that visit neighboring Korea.
This walking eclectic heap of clothing and accessories is what I keep referring to as "Hippie gone wrong" Too bad because I know she's really trying to own this look, but she's got way too much going on here. The shoes are bad and there's no justification for them as far as lending validity to her pieces of choice. Ironically, the rest of the pieces, save boring messenger bag, all stand out on their own and are beautiful! The colors are just not working well with each other. I do say "Go for it girl" boldness and guts wise. But in the end her ensemble is a bomb! I do love her regal posture.
Harajuku Fruits goes to college. She put some thought into this. Look at how she ties her sneakers, one round the back and one in front. Put your hand on the screen, cover the skirt and imagine this with jeans. Boring and matchy. I wish I'd had the imagination to dress like this in college.
YES!!!! yeah for Seoul!!! Stay there and shoot your heart out! (I mean that camera wise). Really sick of the redundant european men with tight high water pants and something lumberjacky..very sick of androgynous women…Korea is where its at right now…very fresh.
I think she looks rad. I love the red sneakers (converse) and the oversized sweater. Also the pattern clash is wonderful. I think pulling off a look like this needs a lot of black.
I love how everything looks random, and yet, everything is pulled together by similar colors, lines, etc. The small details like the shoelaces and the leather gloves are also very cool and confident.
The careless air about her makes me wonder if she really thought about the combination. Of course, the idea that it all works unintentionally makes it that much more intriguing.
It's interesting how the ethnic/vintage look is finally being incorporated into Korean fashion now. It reminds me of something you would have been seen in the late 90's in Harajuku or Osaka.
Kim was visiting Seoul with her dance group and wanted to see the city she had only been to once before. Comfort and warmth were key as she took her map and began to walk,killing time until her night time performance.
She noticed that the colors of the city were gray and she stood out amongst the drab clothes worn by too many of the women. But she did not mind that…
I love this. Brianne's absolutely right–there's a deep, almost subliminal harmony in the lines and colors that makes everything work together. (E.g., the way the flare of the skirt echos the drape of the sweater…) And the elements, unrelated as they seem, come together to form a portrait of the wearer's vision of herself. As a trial fusion dancer, I completely "get" this one (though the idea of wearing this much color makes me twitchy!).
Lovely match of patterns. Love it. I've never really looked at street styles whenever I went to Korea and now, I think I should! Thank you for taking such lovely pictures of Korean style.
She doesn't look Korean at all to me. Seems like she's heavily influenced by Japanese style or actually is a Japanese. I cannot agree more with the comment that there are too many colors already despite the gorgeous oversized cardigan.
As several other posters have noted, she is definitely not Korean. Even without the guidebook in hand she would stand out as a tourist. I've lived here for six months and never seen anyone this bold, colorful, or whimsical.
Korean style is a testament to the fact that they never had the sixties, and didn't have a counter-cultural renaissance in the 90s like Japan. As a result, style here looks very restrained, even tight, and always polished.
O wow, this is amazing. I love the way that she put this outfit together, it is so impeccably Korean. I love the adverse way of dressing from what we see over here in the USA.
She might be Japanese, based on the tourist guide book, but she obviously has great taste b/c she came to visit Korea. :P The only thing even remotely "Korean" about this outfit (and it's not even Korean) are the Chuck Taylors. They're EVERYWHERE in Korea worn by all the young kids.
Oh, and I JUST noticed her leather black gloves. This outfit is totally wacky, but it works somehow!
she definitely seems japanese. this would be a very uncommon ensemble among koreans, in my experience. the japanese are much more adventurous…to the point of exhilaration! :D
I have seen me wearing cardigans like this, where can i get one here in Los Angeles. They look great and are popular amongst the Koreans. There are fair iles ish and colorful, i really want one. Someone please help me figuer out how to buy one. Thanks alot fellow Sarts!
My guess is she is traveling and the cardigan is for warmth. Her outfit beneath is very well co ordinated with the exception of the green bag. The look is fun, and her expressions so serene above such a vibrant collection of color.
She looks cool. I like everything, even her haircut and headphones makes her look cool. Her style seems very eclectic, more Japanese than Korean, but that style is becoming more and more popular in Korea.
Traveling to India made me really appreciate color…it opens your eyes towards happiness. It seems like "most" people get insecure about color and shy away from it…afraid of what it will do to those around you or yourself…I say let them talk-let some light shine into their sad gray, black, brown cookie cutter style/personality. So liberating….
Brilliant! Modern nomadic. Urban tribal. To me this ensemble qualifies as art. Very intelligently put together, and she is about 1 in 10 people in the world who could carry it off. Congratulations, my dear…..you are very talented. And thank you, Sartorialist……great shot!
so many colors and patterns but she makes them work in a mysterious way! great photo. I wonder what you were doing in Korea? i'm going in a few months and can't wait to see all that great fashion and such! it's been over ten years!
Wow! She looks amazing! And the thing I like the most is that I am pretty sure she bought her skirt in Mexico! All that patterns, the bird, the colours, definitely handmade in Mexico. I love how she mixed all her clothes that well to make her look so unique!
hey, satorialist! did you talk to her before or after taking this picture? does she even know her picture is up here? she is missing all the fame as a fashionista! she is definately unique no matter where she is from. the guide book she is holding is called 'the beetle map'. it is written in english and japanese but anyone can use it. great for locals, too.
This is a popular 'Mary' look in Seoul from a popular Korean drama 'Mary' played by Geun-young Moon last winter. You usually see this around Hong-Dae(Hongik University). This is not a typical look you see on locals around Cheongdam-dong, Apgujeong-dong or Shinsa-dong, where Dosan park is.
this cardigan must have been produced in some crazy mass quantities and shipped all over the world. It even made it to South Africa. Saw it a shop here last week.
I’m a Korean, live in Seoul. She is not Korean but Japanese(I think…), to touring. she got the mapbook in her hand^^ and her morphology is very “exotic” !!
In Korea, we can see very many many Japanese to touring.
Japanese love colorful fashion more than Korean.
i think she is a Japanese cuz she have a guide book for traveling on her right hand lol and most of Korean girls are not wearing like that girl. whatever.. she is so cute :)
S
February 8, 2011 at 9:21 am
The oversized cardigan is gorgeous.
Tassos P
February 8, 2011 at 9:22 am
Oh, really an eye catcher! Everything cool till the last detail. I love her look, great capture!!!!
Yajaira
February 8, 2011 at 9:22 am
wow too much color!
but i would wear the sweater with solid colors
Tali
February 8, 2011 at 9:23 am
Oh I love Korean street fashion! So colorful!! Her cardi is supercool.
xx
Tali
PhotoTristan
February 8, 2011 at 9:23 am
Wow, hippy yet modern. Timeless look!
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Sangmin
February 8, 2011 at 9:23 am
Holding a tour guide book.. I think she is from Japan,
hana
February 6, 2013 at 9:59 am
yes i think so, also her face is much similar with Japanese :)
SimpleTobz
February 8, 2011 at 9:26 am
wow, didn't u go there by the end of Jan? :)
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karnit
February 8, 2011 at 9:27 am
wow, great
Nolita
February 8, 2011 at 9:27 am
So many colors, love it!
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February 8, 2011 at 9:29 am
Creatively put together, I kinda like this.
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Cecille
February 8, 2011 at 9:30 am
WOW cool! i like every single piece of her outfit!
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February 8, 2011 at 9:32 am
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Monika
February 8, 2011 at 9:35 am
great mix
SLF41
February 8, 2011 at 9:39 am
Love it!
Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 9:39 am
You would think that the overflow of patterns may have made the overall look messy, but it actually played out perfectly. Great shot there, Scott!
Trou, .bleuebird
February 8, 2011 at 9:40 am
I love the mix of colors, except for the skirt. It just seems a tad wild for the already colorful ensemble. I adore the oversized sweater the most though. It looks so warm and comfy!
Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 9:43 am
I have that cardigan! And I thought I was the only one…she looks great!
Boyun
February 8, 2011 at 9:44 am
ohoho you went to Korea again?!
that's so nice!!! but i'm sad cuz i'm not living in Seoul… i live in Busan… :(
anyways, her ability of layering patterns are intelligent! so great!!
and have fun in Seoul, i hope you will have nice experiences and happy days in Seoul,Korea^^
Random thoughts
February 8, 2011 at 9:45 am
Cardi is great.
However, jury out on the leather gloves + the ensemble
h²
February 8, 2011 at 9:45 am
Cool outfit. She definitely knows how to mix patterns.
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Boyun
February 8, 2011 at 9:46 am
how about making the Sartorialist 2 !
the 1 was so great! :D as usuall^^
just my think..:)
Robert Sisson
February 8, 2011 at 9:48 am
Beautifully eclectic
alefashion
February 8, 2011 at 9:50 am
interesting style!
like it!
xx Ale
gogosing
February 8, 2011 at 9:51 am
welcome to corea!!
missing you picture.
Bronwyn
February 8, 2011 at 9:53 am
I love the absolute mix of things – it almost looks nomadic in a sense, no? I especially love the very ladylike black leather gloves juxtaposed with the converse high-tops…
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Vanessa
February 8, 2011 at 9:54 am
Probably the coolest girl in the world.
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February 8, 2011 at 9:54 am
very creative! It's daring but it works really well :)
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Emma
February 8, 2011 at 9:57 am
Wow! I love her style. The cardi is awesome and the skirt is really eyecatching!
Ivana
February 8, 2011 at 10:00 am
so cool,unique and special!!! =)))
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Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 10:00 am
okay – just because you took a picture of it doesn't make it fashionable.
Elisabeth
February 8, 2011 at 10:02 am
excellent style!!!
élan du jour
February 8, 2011 at 10:03 am
love it, so cool!
Gorete Sousa
February 8, 2011 at 10:03 am
Nice mix
lovely
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Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 10:05 am
She seems to be a Japanese or Chinese tourist, carrying a travel guide in her hand. Guess the weather got warmer in Seoul finally! A beautiful shot.
CINCHED AT THE WAIST
February 8, 2011 at 10:07 am
mixed prints can only be done by experts, she is a genius.
fashionsdirtylaundry
February 8, 2011 at 10:09 am
Flip it, Mix it, Technicolor.
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February 8, 2011 at 10:10 am
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zebiah
February 8, 2011 at 10:10 am
Just amazing!! supper nice outfit!! love the colors!!
Aqui
February 8, 2011 at 10:25 am
LOVE this! The sweater is amazing and that skirt is gorgeous!!!
HMS
February 8, 2011 at 10:28 am
Like the comment that this looks nomadic in a sense. It does have a tribal sense.
This is one of the best street style pics you have ever posted.
This is exactly the kind of projection I would expect from youth that grew up on over stimulation of video games, tv, movies and electronic music.
She is awesome!
Susan
February 8, 2011 at 10:31 am
Love this one!
Tash
February 8, 2011 at 10:31 am
Luv the skirt – don't remember seeing anything quite like it (reminds me a bit of Polish paper-cut patterns). Don't know where you found her – lived one year in Korea and got very very tired with the monotony of styles – rarely anybody stood out, or had an original style. But like sb noticed, she doesn't seem Korean – from the style and face she reminds me of Japanese.
Vilva
February 8, 2011 at 10:35 am
Que bien , viajar tanto y poder disfrutar de todo lo bueno, incluido los looks que puedes ver, la rebeca me gusta, aunque con la falda…me parece demasiado grunge.
Saluditos.
Vilva.
THESTREETFASHION5XPRO
February 8, 2011 at 10:40 am
absolutely love this outfit…perfect mix…great!!!!!
comme fraiche
February 8, 2011 at 10:43 am
I wish her bag was a different color, a shade of red,black, something other than green
A
February 8, 2011 at 10:45 am
Wow! So eclectic, I love it.
x
Caroline
February 8, 2011 at 10:48 am
Love the capture…the outfit…not so much. But I like that fact that she has the balls to wear this and looks like she could care less what any of us think….good, bad or indifferent. Very aloof attitude you caught!
Amalia
February 8, 2011 at 10:51 am
So exciting. It's like she was coming down from another world.
Best of Beehive
February 8, 2011 at 10:51 am
It's almost completely fabulous. The skirt needs to be solid or have a less obnoxious pattern. Otherwise, I love every element.
Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 10:58 am
AWESOME! RAD! THE SHOES ADD THAT PERFECT DASH OF RED AND THE BOTTOM FINISHING OF THIS CRAZY OUTFIT! I don't think it would have worked as well if the shoes were black, ya know?
This rocks-
I think you should stay in Korea..
And let the large men in Europe who wear their clothes to tight have their ego's cool off for a while.
And those anorexic socialites can go eat.
Sartorialist in Korea should be a permanent fix!
Rocks man
proletarian Great Gatsby
February 8, 2011 at 11:00 am
I would wear the cardigan.Too much colors on her clothes but for grey days in the winter it gives hope.
Jennie Nhi Nguyen
February 8, 2011 at 11:01 am
yea asian!
love the big cardigan!
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franca maisha
February 8, 2011 at 11:03 am
wow – love it!! all those colors…
xx
The Lady Philosopher
February 8, 2011 at 11:12 am
LOVE the skirt and its colors–
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thefashionguitar.com
February 8, 2011 at 11:12 am
I would never wear this, however, she pulled the look amazing and made me think I could maybe wear it. That's amazing!
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Prutha
February 8, 2011 at 11:18 am
cannot tell u how badly i want that look in my closet right now!!!
Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 11:23 am
Ha!
wow!!
thats something!!!
Maryanne
February 8, 2011 at 11:41 am
peaceful & brave.
connected to her music..peaceful.
pattern clash..brave.
wondering why one sneaker is tied round the back of her ankle..and the other is tied the regular way.
kind of a 1968..1969 vibe going on.
Ana López Jiménez
February 8, 2011 at 11:45 am
Ohhh this look is so beautiful. Love all the combination of textures and colors of a very good taste.
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February 8, 2011 at 11:49 am
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Scarlett Yoo
February 8, 2011 at 11:59 am
Welcome back to Seoul!!
wow!
but actually she doesn't looks like korean …
totally like japanese:)
Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 12:00 pm
Check the shoe laces…
dinster
February 8, 2011 at 12:04 pm
fearless. love it.
herCatwalk
February 8, 2011 at 12:10 pm
Love it! So nice to see more Korean street fashion!
Dominika
February 8, 2011 at 12:13 pm
this is just amazing!
<3
Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 12:16 pm
i could never pull of the loose fitting cardigan but love the print as wel as the central asian looking and psychadelic kashmiri type print of her skirt.
she definitely pulls off the look. i think it's her confidence and un-pretentiousness. most of us tend to be so finicky about this not matching with that or that not matching with this.
like a few other people said, i too agree that she's most probably japanese based on her facial features(weird u might say but over the years, i've come to differentiate between asian faces) as well as the tour book in her hand. there are many japanese tourists that visit neighboring Korea.
Stylison
February 8, 2011 at 12:20 pm
amazing! love the colour combi that is randomly put together!
xoxo
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Nicolle J
February 8, 2011 at 12:21 pm
stunning! Asian eccentricity and style done perfectly.
Zoe, All for Style (GIVEAWAY)
February 8, 2011 at 12:21 pm
Now this is style taken to its extreme and it works! Good on her!
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anthony
February 8, 2011 at 12:24 pm
Spectacular. The top is great, everything is great although I'd only give her 9/10 because of her wacky skirt.
Kathleen
February 8, 2011 at 12:24 pm
This walking eclectic heap of clothing and accessories is what I keep referring to as "Hippie gone wrong" Too bad because I know she's really trying to own this look, but she's got way too much going on here. The shoes are bad and there's no justification for them as far as lending validity to her pieces of choice. Ironically, the rest of the pieces, save boring messenger bag, all stand out on their own and are beautiful! The colors are just not working well with each other. I do say "Go for it girl" boldness and guts wise. But in the end her ensemble is a bomb! I do love her regal posture.
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February 8, 2011 at 12:24 pm
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82Brute
February 8, 2011 at 12:25 pm
Harajuku Fruits goes to college. She put some thought into this. Look at how she ties her sneakers, one round the back and one in front. Put your hand on the screen, cover the skirt and imagine this with jeans. Boring and matchy. I wish I'd had the imagination to dress like this in college.
Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 12:27 pm
adorable 꺆 <3
Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 12:28 pm
YES!!!! yeah for Seoul!!! Stay there and shoot your heart out! (I mean that camera wise). Really sick of the redundant european men with tight high water pants and something lumberjacky..very sick of androgynous women…Korea is where its at right now…very fresh.
T Hollis
February 8, 2011 at 12:31 pm
Made me smile on a gray day in TN – beautiful, bright colors and I love the high-tops!
kimchicsisters
February 8, 2011 at 12:33 pm
Awesome!!
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Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 12:37 pm
I think she looks rad. I love the red sneakers (converse) and the oversized sweater. Also the pattern clash is wonderful. I think pulling off a look like this needs a lot of black.
Brianne
February 8, 2011 at 12:37 pm
I love how everything looks random, and yet, everything is pulled together by similar colors, lines, etc. The small details like the shoelaces and the leather gloves are also very cool and confident.
The careless air about her makes me wonder if she really thought about the combination. Of course, the idea that it all works unintentionally makes it that much more intriguing.
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Ariel Maile Adkins
February 8, 2011 at 12:41 pm
Whoa, this is GLORIOUS!
emilieblogging
February 8, 2011 at 12:49 pm
Unbelievable colors! What an inspiration!!!!
Kate
February 8, 2011 at 12:59 pm
Everything about this is beautiful! Love the different patterns and shapes and colours and cuts.
Amazing!
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haikarapaprika
February 8, 2011 at 1:08 pm
It's interesting how the ethnic/vintage look is finally being incorporated into Korean fashion now. It reminds me of something you would have been seen in the late 90's in Harajuku or Osaka.
Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 1:08 pm
Love! Anyone know how to get my hands on that sweater? LOL. Great look!
Nicole Dao
February 8, 2011 at 1:15 pm
Love the mixing of the various patterns in her outfit and how it contrasts her perfectly pale complexion. She looks like an urban geisha!
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Myfavoritethings
February 8, 2011 at 1:16 pm
I have the same cardigan, it's from H&M! (last autumn I think)
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Liv
February 8, 2011 at 1:17 pm
I DO LIKE this! I adore how they can mix and match anything, it's so Asia, so different things side by side and still it works…
Emily Jean
February 8, 2011 at 1:19 pm
love her.
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La Nouvelle Observatrice
February 8, 2011 at 1:21 pm
Love the mix of color and texture. It all carries thru.
Thomas
February 8, 2011 at 1:30 pm
She looks cute, but one more pattern could easily push this look into "Rodeo Clown" territory
Gabrielle Gendron
February 8, 2011 at 1:38 pm
I loooove it :) http://bottinesrougesmacarons.blogspot.com/
Eugenia Woods
February 8, 2011 at 1:40 pm
The Converse!
Violet Day
February 8, 2011 at 1:41 pm
Kim was visiting Seoul with her dance group and wanted to see the city she had only been to once before. Comfort and warmth were key as she took her map and began to walk,killing time until her night time performance.
She noticed that the colors of the city were gray and she stood out amongst the drab clothes worn by too many of the women. But she did not mind that…
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Vasilieva
February 8, 2011 at 1:43 pm
such a lovely photo, amazing colours
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katrina kay
February 8, 2011 at 2:16 pm
yes!! so excited to see more korean style pics
JM
February 8, 2011 at 2:26 pm
I love that it looks so casual, like she put no thoughts into it at all.
UnaBb
February 8, 2011 at 2:37 pm
oh!this is something really amazing!
crazy patterns,texture,really reaally good!
Mo
February 8, 2011 at 2:43 pm
love the color!
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Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 2:46 pm
Colour riot?
Mary Beth at ✄ Yarn U ✄ iPhone app
February 8, 2011 at 2:57 pm
I'm with the previous commentator who loves the over-sized cardigan…easy to sew if you know how to sew knits.
Ninjagaiden78
February 8, 2011 at 3:12 pm
Very colorful!
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Rosa
February 8, 2011 at 3:12 pm
i'm dying to go to korea one day! so much culture to experience
xox,
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Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 3:16 pm
YAY!
Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 3:22 pm
I love this. Brianne's absolutely right–there's a deep, almost subliminal harmony in the lines and colors that makes everything work together. (E.g., the way the flare of the skirt echos the drape of the sweater…) And the elements, unrelated as they seem, come together to form a portrait of the wearer's vision of herself. As a trial fusion dancer, I completely "get" this one (though the idea of wearing this much color makes me twitchy!).
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February 8, 2011 at 3:56 pm
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Jackii
February 8, 2011 at 3:58 pm
What an inspiration!
Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 3:58 pm
The cardi/scarf combination is fantastic.
Liz
February 8, 2011 at 4:03 pm
different parts of her outfit represents different culture-fashion.
Remarkable style!
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It blog girls
February 8, 2011 at 4:05 pm
Woww so nicee
i am reading Garance's article, and i know your in korea, it must be so nice
Marta
February 8, 2011 at 4:08 pm
OMG her skirt looks like a typical Polish design
Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 4:11 pm
You should definitely visit hongdae. i think youll like what you see
brendaspielmann
February 8, 2011 at 4:17 pm
L O V E I T !!!!!! In her own world all the way. textures, patterns, colours.
Natalie Gonzalez
February 8, 2011 at 4:21 pm
Beautiful colours. I love the oversized cardi over the contrasting maxi! It just works.
The over accessorizing is great, you can never have enough!
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tanya
February 8, 2011 at 4:30 pm
Lovely match of patterns. Love it. I've never really looked at street styles whenever I went to Korea and now, I think I should! Thank you for taking such lovely pictures of Korean style.
anna heejin
February 8, 2011 at 4:31 pm
that cardigan needs to be mine! love the patterns and the beautiful colors. give me nowwwww
Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 4:47 pm
She doesn't look Korean at all to me. Seems like she's heavily influenced by Japanese style or actually is a Japanese. I cannot agree more with the comment that there are too many colors already despite the gorgeous oversized cardigan.
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February 8, 2011 at 5:08 pm
Fantastic!
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Ruth Tilley
February 8, 2011 at 5:09 pm
Awesome oversizing!
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An Invitation
February 8, 2011 at 5:09 pm
Loving some wintertime color!
My Heart Blogged
February 8, 2011 at 5:20 pm
I love all the bold colors. I also love the chuck taylors.
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arachne
February 8, 2011 at 6:17 pm
I love her looks,so colourfull and pretty
HOT + COOL
February 8, 2011 at 6:20 pm
Notice the one shoelace tied behind her converse…very eccentric cool.
caribbelle
February 8, 2011 at 6:46 pm
I'm loving it all, the patterns, textures and colors. This look says effortless cool comfort.
YODON
February 8, 2011 at 7:05 pm
she isn't korean because hold a guide book in her's hand. also, at this place a lot of japanes tourist.
Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 8:36 pm
As several other posters have noted, she is definitely not Korean. Even without the guidebook in hand she would stand out as a tourist. I've lived here for six months and never seen anyone this bold, colorful, or whimsical.
Korean style is a testament to the fact that they never had the sixties, and didn't have a counter-cultural renaissance in the 90s like Japan. As a result, style here looks very restrained, even tight, and always polished.
tinkerbell the bipolar faerie
February 8, 2011 at 9:13 pm
Love it! How cool.
crystal glamour
February 8, 2011 at 10:05 pm
cute style :)
my first debut single is out in Korea hope you can check it out sometimes!
http://pinklemonincrystal.blogspot.com
Anonymous
February 8, 2011 at 10:09 pm
this one is amazing
street number eight
February 8, 2011 at 10:18 pm
for everyone who thinks style means a 6 inch heel and something out of French Vouge, i present…this AH-mazing photo!
she's so comfortable with herself and goes for it 100%. THAT is style :) love.
http://streetnumbereight.blogspot.com/
Marjorie Rose
February 8, 2011 at 10:29 pm
The mix of colors and patterns and the serious look on her face make for an interesting photograph. Great contrast!
Black Cat Vintage
February 8, 2011 at 11:24 pm
so great!
Amaezing Fashion
February 9, 2011 at 12:25 am
sweeeet style!!
xx
amaezingfashion.blogspot.com
Shilpi
February 9, 2011 at 12:46 am
oh my god this is incredible
xx
sftrend
PopSteeze
February 9, 2011 at 1:14 am
This has to be in the next book!!!
Stacey Kay
February 9, 2011 at 1:39 am
O wow, this is amazing. I love the way that she put this outfit together, it is so impeccably Korean. I love the adverse way of dressing from what we see over here in the USA.
xoxo
Stacey Kay
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Anonymous
February 9, 2011 at 1:44 am
She might be Japanese, based on the tourist guide book, but she obviously has great taste b/c she came to visit Korea. :P The only thing even remotely "Korean" about this outfit (and it's not even Korean) are the Chuck Taylors. They're EVERYWHERE in Korea worn by all the young kids.
Oh, and I JUST noticed her leather black gloves. This outfit is totally wacky, but it works somehow!
Kazuko
February 9, 2011 at 2:14 am
this is love. her outfit is so good on so many levels and for so many reasons. so inspiring!
Ostentatious
February 9, 2011 at 2:33 am
This is Seoul, but she is Japanese.. What the?
http://ostentatious-dresser.blogspot.com/
thwany
February 9, 2011 at 3:08 am
loveee all the textures, colors and patterns.
The student's guide to affordable luxury
February 9, 2011 at 3:18 am
Unexpected combinations and great colours. She looks great!
Joanna Paulsen
February 9, 2011 at 4:02 am
Funny combination but cool.
http://theythinkimtooyoung.blogspot.com/
dominique
February 9, 2011 at 4:22 am
j'adore ce look !
Anonymous
February 9, 2011 at 4:24 am
she definitely seems japanese. this would be a very uncommon ensemble among koreans, in my experience. the japanese are much more adventurous…to the point of exhilaration! :D
jimjims
February 9, 2011 at 4:25 am
digging all the craziness and colours in this one photo!
http://jimjims.net
Sophia
February 9, 2011 at 5:22 am
wow..
wauw!!
지운
February 9, 2011 at 5:41 am
She just passed by me near Myungdong in Seoul .I was surprised :)
secret38
February 9, 2011 at 5:45 am
How great to get to see how differently people do things the world over, instead of just the fash-pack brigade – thank you Sart – keep travelling!
Beatriz
February 9, 2011 at 6:06 am
colour, colour, colour!
SAMANTHA
February 9, 2011 at 6:09 am
wow this is AMAZING! it might be one my favorite shots from you! i want to go there so bad.
xx
http://www.dragonnfruit.com
MANUELA MARQUES
February 9, 2011 at 6:24 am
I wonder what she's thinking??…
SOFIA
February 9, 2011 at 6:24 am
attractive sweater, but kedy here superfluous!))
E...
February 9, 2011 at 7:57 am
I lvoe the mix of colors, the pattern ont he skirt and the otufit…amaziong!
http://fashiondoesntexist.blogspot.com/
PopArtRockGirlYeah!
February 9, 2011 at 8:45 am
Love the ecclectic pattterns in the last pic – great stuff x
Suziesan
February 9, 2011 at 9:24 am
I am sure that she is Japanese. Her right hand hold a guide book kkk
Aldina
February 9, 2011 at 9:53 am
So much color, very nice!
Aldina
http://circleofdesign.blogspot.com/
Suzanne
February 9, 2011 at 10:16 am
Funny how even her map picks up the colours in her look!
Copper Etiquette
February 9, 2011 at 10:16 am
Interesting combination
Anonymous
February 9, 2011 at 11:24 am
A big YES.
Britney
February 9, 2011 at 11:28 am
Very interesting, I sense a man repeller!
wordumpster
February 9, 2011 at 11:34 am
takes a serene face like hers to carry the look. absolutely fabulous!
Anonymous
February 9, 2011 at 12:23 pm
Yay-the Sartorialist is in Seoul! I was there last summer and the city was filled with young people with great, dressed-up style.
Ching Lao
February 9, 2011 at 12:32 pm
love it. nice nice nice.
http://thedwamaqueen.blogspot.com/
Alexis Fallah
February 9, 2011 at 1:15 pm
Wow, love the mix of color!
http://www.lexonluxe.com
Steff B.
February 9, 2011 at 2:35 pm
i love her cream headphones!! and i just found that same cardi on queenoflalaland! >.<
Anonymous
February 9, 2011 at 3:14 pm
I have seen me wearing cardigans like this, where can i get one here in Los Angeles. They look great and are popular amongst the Koreans. There are fair iles ish and colorful, i really want one. Someone please help me figuer out how to buy one. Thanks alot fellow Sarts!
Anai Le
February 9, 2011 at 4:11 pm
Adorable.
Imposible no verla.
Andrew
February 9, 2011 at 4:11 pm
Such a neat scarf!
John
February 9, 2011 at 4:22 pm
Funny one !! She does live on another planet… her fashion world :-) ! the oversized cardigan remains amazing… Nice shot
Sophie Mhabille
February 9, 2011 at 4:25 pm
so colourful <3
GRATEFUL HEART DESIGNS
February 9, 2011 at 5:33 pm
My guess is she is traveling and the cardigan is for warmth. Her outfit beneath is very well co ordinated with the exception of the green bag. The look is fun, and her expressions so serene above such a vibrant collection of color.
Anonymous
February 9, 2011 at 9:07 pm
damn! i really should have bought that Bbon-J cardigan when I had the chance! its great!
Anonymous
February 9, 2011 at 9:48 pm
so chic
- Sarita
Anonymous
February 9, 2011 at 10:36 pm
She looks cool. I like everything, even her haircut and headphones makes her look cool. Her style seems very eclectic, more Japanese than Korean, but that style is becoming more and more popular in Korea.
Formica
February 10, 2011 at 12:34 am
Ethno-Chic! Love the color.. and how there are no co-ordinates, and that's what creates the interest to look twice! Interesting!
brooklyn
February 10, 2011 at 12:50 am
this is my most favorite outfit you have ever posted. LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!!!
dress
February 10, 2011 at 2:31 am
love this outfit, so colorful!
Anonymous
February 10, 2011 at 2:44 am
nicestyle!
Anonymous
February 10, 2011 at 6:07 am
Isn't she from Japan? The book she is holding is a travel guide I think.
Anonymous
February 10, 2011 at 10:50 am
^she could be, but shes wearing korean clothes.
the cardigan is from Bbon-J, a Korean label.
treetopbirdy
February 10, 2011 at 12:43 pm
This may be my favorite combination ever. It just works. gorgeous.
Shadders
February 10, 2011 at 1:08 pm
Love the cardigan…..very colourful
http://www.shadders.net
happyjnd
February 10, 2011 at 1:13 pm
She's Japanese.
Lux
February 10, 2011 at 1:59 pm
CRAZY!
Lux
http://luxbeaupre.blogspot.com/
Anonymous
February 10, 2011 at 2:55 pm
Traveling to India made me really appreciate color…it opens your eyes towards happiness. It seems like "most" people get insecure about color and shy away from it…afraid of what it will do to those around you or yourself…I say let them talk-let some light shine into their sad gray, black, brown cookie cutter style/personality. So liberating….
saradowle
February 10, 2011 at 4:36 pm
The cardigan is fabulous!
Anonymous
February 10, 2011 at 7:24 pm
A splendid mess!
5 Students in Celebrity Culture
February 10, 2011 at 8:46 pm
The cardigan is from NastyGal. It is an online website located in California…small world.
gwyn
February 10, 2011 at 10:55 pm
Brilliant! Modern nomadic. Urban tribal. To me this ensemble qualifies as art. Very intelligently put together, and she is about 1 in 10 people in the world who could carry it off. Congratulations, my dear…..you are very talented. And thank you, Sartorialist……great shot!
hw
February 11, 2011 at 12:01 am
Oh!good~~~ Very coloful and unique! Maybe one from other place for tour, I guess! Cause the tour guide book in her hand ^^ Welcome to KOREA !!!
OgKofB
February 11, 2011 at 4:51 am
oh wow, the cardigan, the textures, the colours, even the gloves, beautiful!
La Gypsetter
February 11, 2011 at 7:24 am
TOTALLY INSPIRED!! Korea I can't wait to visit YOU!
lagypsetter.blogspot.com
Anonymous
February 11, 2011 at 7:49 am
This shouldn`t work, but it does – bigtime!
Liz S
February 11, 2011 at 8:25 am
Oh, wow and wow!
Amazing… this works so well on her.
Anonymous
February 11, 2011 at 9:38 am
The skirt here is traditional Kutch embroidery from gujrat, India…… so well paired n carried….:)
Anonymous
February 11, 2011 at 9:44 am
The skirt here is traditional Kutch embroidery from gujrat, India…… so well paired n carried….:)
Anonymous
February 11, 2011 at 10:20 am
I love this beautiful creative outfit!
a
February 11, 2011 at 11:34 pm
Hi, I notice lots of people guessing where she's from. Actually, I know her personally and she's from Taiwan. Hope that helps!
Anonymous
February 12, 2011 at 12:15 am
She is a Taiwanese girl, not Korean nor Japanese. I found her Facebook account(http://www.facebook.com/AmyLeetheDesigner)
jooshi
February 12, 2011 at 1:42 am
I've been disappointed with the style here in Seoul, actually… I'm eager to see what catches your eye!
thelovelywars
February 12, 2011 at 5:58 pm
wow, she's incredible. A lot going on, but it looks so effortless at the same time. Makes me want to add a bit of colour to my wardrobe.
http://www.thelovelywars.com
Rom
February 13, 2011 at 12:48 am
To me, a Korean guy, she looks 100% a Japanese. No doubts on this.
Tomimito
February 13, 2011 at 1:26 am
so many colors and patterns but she makes them work in a mysterious way! great photo. I wonder what you were doing in Korea? i'm going in a few months and can't wait to see all that great fashion and such! it's been over ten years!
redcop8318
February 13, 2011 at 8:05 am
I have the same cardigan where I bought in Shanghai in feb. and I shocked because the cardigan is sold so many online shops in korea.
Delphine
February 13, 2011 at 11:28 am
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Carson Lyle
February 14, 2011 at 3:48 pm
Flawless look and attitude….Bravo !!
Gabriela
February 15, 2011 at 1:01 am
Wow! She looks amazing! And the thing I like the most is that I am pretty sure she bought her skirt in Mexico! All that patterns, the bird, the colours, definitely handmade in Mexico. I love how she mixed all her clothes that well to make her look so unique!
Melvin Ho
February 15, 2011 at 8:55 am
Fantastic use of patterns and that military color bag.
James Lee
February 15, 2011 at 10:09 pm
Her outfit seems more Japanese style than Korean's. But it still looks cool to me! Like her oversized cardigan!
mia
February 17, 2011 at 4:18 pm
ahah love it
SHINee
February 21, 2011 at 4:04 pm
I actually love her outfit:) ahhh wanna go back to Korea:P
Anonymous
February 25, 2011 at 3:15 pm
applauses for the lady
male
March 16, 2011 at 9:09 am
hey, satorialist! did you talk to her before or after taking this picture?
does she even know her picture is up here?
she is missing all the fame as a fashionista!
she is definately unique no matter where she is from.
the guide book she is holding is called 'the beetle map'.
it is written in english and japanese but anyone can use it. great for locals, too.
male
March 16, 2011 at 9:38 am
This is a popular 'Mary' look in Seoul from a popular Korean drama 'Mary' played by Geun-young Moon last winter. You usually see this around Hong-Dae(Hongik University).
This is not a typical look you see on locals around Cheongdam-dong, Apgujeong-dong or Shinsa-dong, where Dosan park is.
Danielle
April 15, 2011 at 5:59 pm
this cardigan must have been produced in some crazy mass quantities and shipped all over the world. It even made it to South Africa. Saw it a shop here last week.
Ellen
November 8, 2012 at 1:58 am
I’m a Korean, live in Seoul. She is not Korean but Japanese(I think…), to touring. she got the mapbook in her hand^^ and her morphology is very “exotic” !!
In Korea, we can see very many many Japanese to touring.
Japanese love colorful fashion more than Korean.
Wizzy
November 20, 2012 at 3:41 am
I’m not sure she’s Korean- may be Japanese.
As I am myself Korean,
I think the brochure in her right hand is the guide book for Japanese tourists.
which means that she might be just a Japanese tourist holding a guide book.
stranger
January 26, 2013 at 10:44 pm
i think she is a Japanese cuz she have a guide book for traveling on her right hand lol and most of Korean girls are not wearing like that girl. whatever.. she is so cute :)
kevin kim
February 15, 2013 at 12:57 am
coool. but I guess she`s japanese.
I`m sure. on her right hand, tour guide book is.
I love your picture, biggest fan in korea.
choi
March 8, 2013 at 11:28 am
wow im korean and never seen that kinda fashion.
too much but gorgeous. Anyway she doesnt look like korean. More like a japanese.