For the inaugural feature in our KOREAN MODEL FILES series, we take a night stroll with NASA-dreamer and finance-student-turned-fashion-model, Aiden Choi. The Seoul-born now New York City-based model opens up about what it takes to make it in the industry, upcoming projects, and where he likes to grab a slice in the city.
Read MoreMUTZINE looks into the work of Dogy, Horu, and Hail, who represent a rising class of tattoo artists in South Korea. Their work is technically illegal, but rising in demand, as inked skin has reached mainstream visibility. The artists tell us about their respective inking styles and how the industry is changing.
Read MoreJeon Seungho, known as Shotslugger Ray, started street fashion photography in 2014. He currently publishes his photos in two Korean digital fashion magazines. He has also been featured for his own style on Hypebeast. It’s most surprising to learn that this talented photographer is a 17 year old highschool student that carries his hagwon textbooks in his bag along with his gear. Let's get to know Seungho!
Read MoreShortly after opening in 2014, Neon Moon has quickly attracted high profile attention. Most recently spotlighted in W Korea and receiving a personal visit from Lazy Oaf's Gemma Shiel. In this interview, Neon Moon's creator Lee Soso opens up about her 'Kidult' romance with Pipi Longstockings, how she accumulated the shop's nostalgic items, and her thoughts on Yeonnam-dong's gentrification.
Read MoreFrom fans rocking idol staples like Hood By Air to platform shoes, and blue hair, the K-pop influence in their style was clear. Enjoy these pre-concert snapshots from KCON NY 2015!
Read MoreCecilia Kahangi fell in love with Korea at a young age. The 21 year old, hailing from France, is now a Sookmyung Women's University student. When she's not studying, she's modeling, and most recently she became the muse for pushBUTTON's Fall Winter 2015 collection titled "Do Love Me!" ♥
Read MoreThe area around Hongik University is well known for its night-life and foodie culture. But if you stray off the main roads into neighborhoods like Yeonnam-dong you can stumble upon a blossoming arts culture and curious novelty shops like Neon Moon.
Read MoreStyle or comfort? Soaring 45,000 feet in the air doesn’t mean either has to be compromised. MUTZINE brings you tips and tricks for effortless airport fashion as inspired by your favorite celebrities.
Read MorePark Songlee practices visual-therapy. A bright, comforting, color-scheme connects her work throughout various mediums. In this piece she introduces us to the materials she works with, her creative space, her sources of inspiration, and how her goal of spreading joy through her artwork came about.
Read MoreDuring a lull in backstage activity at NYFWM Concept Korea's DBYD SS16, we have a quick chat with rising supermodel Park Hyeonseop.
Read MoreWe review the Spring/Summer 2016 presentations by DBYD and Ordinary People at New York Fashion Week Mens.
Read MoreMUTZINE’s lead editor teamed up with fashion illustration wonder-kid Ross Du to assemble some outfits based on what the kids from Korea are wearing this summer. These coordinates are at your reach because most items are available to order online! Enjoy :)
Read MoreWondering where all of those people featured in street-style photos shop? Ana Fernandez takes us to the source, through an Eye Shopping trip in one of Seoul's trendiest neighborhoods, Hongdae.
Read MoreWe review designer Kang Dong-Jun's signature label D.GNAK featured at Milano Moda Uomo Spring/Summer 2016 presentations.
Read MoreAfter her father left her family of six in a multimillion dollar debt, Kim Su Kyung dropped out of middle school to start her own business. Her online shop reached $100,000 in revenue in just five months. What's the secret to her success?
Read MoreChad Burton arrived in South Korea in 2004 and began to shoot street style photos and events for his blog thexoxokids. In addition to this he modeled, doing both editorial shoots and Seoul Fashion Week.
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