We are familiar with the men of the Joseon Dynasty, especially the kings and the famous figures since their names were recorded in the Annals of Joseon… Read more “Women of the Joseon Dynasty (Part 1)”
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Joseon’s Court Attire: Kdrama Style (Part 2)
I can’t resist myself from writing another post about the hanbok worn inside the court during Joseon Dynasty, simply because of the awesome hanbok galore in Jang… Read more “Joseon’s Court Attire: Kdrama Style (Part 2)”
Royal Titles and Styles in Joseon Dynasty
I’m sure most of kdrama lovers are somehow familiar with the period dramas, or sageuk. In the sageuk, there will be characters based on the people who… Read more “Royal Titles and Styles in Joseon Dynasty”
Korean Family and Kinship Terms
I’m sure some of you who watch kdramas are already familiar with the titles used in the family, as in how a person address his or her… Read more “Korean Family and Kinship Terms”
Rulers of the Joseon Dynasty and KDrama Interpretations
Another reason to blame Jang Ok Jung, Live in Love is that it makes me study South Korea’s history, particularly Joseon Dynasty. Since I am currently enjoying… Read more “Rulers of the Joseon Dynasty and KDrama Interpretations”
A Guide to Joseon Hairstyles and Headgears
I think it’s about time to edit this post to add several types of other hairstyles and headgears. The hairstyles and headgears used during Joseon Dynasty were… Read more “A Guide to Joseon Hairstyles and Headgears”
Hanbok for Women: Lee Se-ryung’s Style
This is actually a random post made after browsing the post that featured Boong-Do. I was searching for a female drama character that has worn every type… Read more “Hanbok for Women: Lee Se-ryung’s Style”
Introduction to Hanok
Some kdrama fans, especially those who love to watch Korean period dramas or sageuk might be familiar with the terms hanok (한옥). It means traditional Korean architecture… Read more “Introduction to Hanok”
Rings and Earrings: throughout the Dynasties
In sageuk, especially those centered around Joseon Dynasty, we often see the female characters with hairpins and wigs but they rarely wear the usual accessories that we… Read more “Rings and Earrings: throughout the Dynasties”
Social Strata of Joseon Dynasty
Well..I’ve been indulging myself into watching dramas and as always, sageuk has their own charms on me. I don’t know why, but watching them always poke my… Read more “Social Strata of Joseon Dynasty”
the talking cupboard 