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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