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South Korea’s First Lady Highlights Hanbok at APEC Summit

She pledged to elevate the garment’s global profile by wearing it at official events after meeting designers in Gyeongju.

Overview

  • On Thursday, Kim Hea Kyung met five hanbok designers at the Gyeongju National Museum and thanked them for showcasing the attire’s beauty.
  • She vowed to promote hanbok by wearing it on official occasions both at home and overseas, according to the presidential office.
  • Wearing a white jeogori and a crimson skirt, she strolled through Gyeongju, greeting tourists and posing for photos.
  • Earlier Thursday, she met Diana Fox Carney and chose an outfit reflecting the colors of Canada’s national flag.
  • On Wednesday, Kim and Carney attended a hanbok fashion show by a scenic Gyeongju bridge linked to APEC programming, where officials highlighted industry contributions and designs ranging from commemorative looks to AI-informed creations.