Literal Meaning is "Korean Dress"
Hanbok is a traditional attire worn by Koreans. Back in certain dynasty hanboks are worn like an everyday outfit, and there are different design of hanboks that represent which class someone belongs. A hanbok with no designs and uses plain colors represent a common civilian, while a design with dragons, phoenix, and lines with flambouyant colors represent royalty and rank. Nowadays, hanboks are only worn on special occasions, or on anniversaries. It is also considered as a formal attire on certain events.
A male and female wearing a traditional hanbok
In appearance, wearing hanbok may seem simple as wearing our day-to-day common clothing. But traditional hanboks require layers of clothing and other accessories.
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