Make Break Remix: The Rise Of K-style

A bold and stylish look at the global emergence of Korean culture and style in the words and images of those who shape and live it. K-Pop, K-Fashion, K-drama, K-Beauty: Over the past decade, K-style has exploded onto the global scene. What’s behind this phenomenon? Where does K-style go from here? Make, break, remix – The Emergence of K-Style makes no attempt to define or categorise, but rather celebrates the eclectic and multifaceted nature of K-Style and its hometown of Seoul. Through interviews with eighteen maker-creator celebrities who are shaping K-style in the creative sectors – from 1 Million Studio’s Lia Kim to rock band frontwoman Hwang Soyoon, world-famous tattoo artist Doy to Asia’s leading designer Teo Yang – Fiona Bae tells unseen stories of true insiders, exploring a sense of meaning. of identity in their work, how living in Seoul affects them and their creative output, and the decade of change that has brought about today’s K-style. Intertwined with these texts, five distinct photo layouts by celebrated photographer Less_taekyun Kim (recent credits including Vogue Korea, GQ Korea, ID Korea) capture the vibrant energy of Seoul’s streets and the incredible style of its youth. Contributors such as Blackpink songwriter and A&R Danny Chung add their own vital perspectives on the scene, while fashion journalist Sukwoo Hong sits down with brands to look at his K-Fashion directory, such as PAF (Post Archive Faction). Designed by Hezin O, with a distinct typeface that blends Hangul and Roman writing systems, this is an inventive, genre-bending look at the words of those who shape it.