Korean Contemporary Fashion Designers

So lately i've been noticing all the korean designer labels popping up out there. Not that I'm surprised given all the korean girls who attend fashion school. It was just a matter of time before we saw them out there. Some of my favorite fashion lines from korean designers are MK2K & CLU. I'm always interested in the background of a designer (where they went to school, interned, etc). I suppose I'm somewhat living vicariously through them. Anyway, here's some info on cool new and more established labels.

MK2K
Designer: Michelle Kim
Background: Used to design for contemporary label 213. MK2K debuted in 2006. Specializing in knits, that can easily be layered. You can find this brand at Macys and boutiques.



GRACE SUN
Designer: Grace Sun
Background: Entered fashion at the age of 33. You go Grace Sun! =) Studied at Parsons and interned at Phillip Lim & Rachel Roy. Found at boutiques as well as Barneys, NM & Ron Herman.





CLU
Designer: Seung Lee and Jin Lee
Background: Clu is couture for the "t-shirt" and the brand revolves around a basic tshirt design. The dresses are so cute!

JENNY HAN
Designer: Jenny Han
Background: The line started in 2004. Known for her beautiful fabrics and adornments. Feminine & romantic. Find your special occasion dress here.

LEWIS CHO
Designer: Annie Lewis and Helen Cho
Background: The 2 met while working for Anna Sui. Known for their versatile pieces for day or night.

DEMYLEE
Designer: Demy Lee
Background: Attended Parsons School of Design. She's worked at Calvin Klein, Gap Inc., and Tory Burch’s. She specializes in sweaters. Who doesnt love cashmere?

EUGENIA KIM
Designer: Eugenia Kim
Background: She was discovered while wearing one of her own hats (after shaving her head!). She designs the hottest hats. I'm sure you've seen them on everyone from JLo to Ashlee Simpson.

MINYOUNG LEE
Designer: Minyoung Lee
Background: Attended Parsons and has designed for the Calypso brand. Cute Knits. Think Velvet meets T-Bags.

YUMI KIM
Designer: Kim Phan
Background: Shes not korean but has the most korean name of all! Attended San Diego State University. Worked in music, but always had a passion for fashion. Cute dresses and tops with a vintage twist.