Cheogori and Paji
Men's cheogori were generally longer than their women's counterparts,
reaching down to the waist or even lower. Like the women's version, they are tied across the chest in front.
The earliest versions of the paji had narrow legs to facilitate
horseback riding and hunting. However, a more agrarian society dictated wider legs to facilitate
squatting in the fields. The baggier pants are also more comfortable for sitting on floors than
narrower pants.
Dop'o
The dop'o was a scholar's overcoat used from the middle of the
Chosun Dynasty (1392-1910), although
commoners could also wear it for family rites or other special occassions. It was worn over other
articles of clothing.
Hakch'angui
This style of clothing was worn by scholars during the Koryo
(918-1392) and Chosun (1392-1910) periods.
Hak means "study" in Korean, and the style symbolizes a sublime, noble mind. Shimui
These clothes were worn by scholars during their free time. The name came from the feeling that people
had when looking at the clothes. "Shim" means to ponder or contemplate. Similar to
hakch'angui, shimui represents a
more passive state than actively studying.
typical shimui
bangnyeongkit shimui- shimui with square collar
T'eol Magoja
The magoja was originally Manchurian clothing. It became popular in Korea
after Deawongun, one of the most famous political figures of the late Chosun dynasty, returned from seclusion
in Manchuria wearing the clothing. It was used to keep the body warm and was considered a luxury.
Jignyeongp'o
This robe-like clothing first appeared during the Koryo
period (918-1392) and was worn by low-level government officials. From the
Chosun Dynasty (1392-1910), the clothes were
also worn by commoners.
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