VANS, the go-to skate wear culture brand, brought back their annual HOUSE OF VANS tour back to Seoul to experience the ultimate roundup of music, culture, arts, and sports. Add the BAD HANDS crew teaching the art of tattooing into the mix and it's the alley-oop to a kickflip (or some other skate culture lingo).
Read MoreExploring the friction between Korean society and recreational marijuana use, we take a look at how new streetwear brand Sundae School (@sundae.school) tackles these issues through their recent pop-up exhibition, Sunday Recess: Cartharsis. We also sit down with co-founder Dae Lim to discuss the brand's designs, influences, and the quiet subversion of counterculture.
Read MoreKim Sihyun (@sihyunhada) is Korea's most sought out photographer. Reservations for her ID photo sessions are consistently booked within seconds. In this interview Sihyun explains the artistic and sociological intentions behind her Identification (ID) Photo Project that distinctly captures the shining individuality of Korea's youth today.
Read MoreWe challenged high-school student and fashion model Han Hyun Min and his friends to a friendly claw machine competition! Watch this video filmed in collaboration with YoHomeGirl to find out who came out victorious and also learn more about the Afro-Korean model!!
Read MoreWe are proud to finally share some selections from After Hours, a photo-book shot by MUTZINE 01 contributor James J Robinson, illuminated only by nocturnal light sources and featuring our friends Gayoung and Jung Hyuk. Enjoy!
Read MoreWe caught up with electronic trio Idiotape during the London stop of their world tour. Resident music photographer, Sara Amroussi-Gilissen captured the action leading up to the show at Rich Mix. Highlights include chugging raw coffee with ZEZE and chatting about music favs with DGURU. Enjoy!
Read MoreHairstylist Yoni Yoko of Soonsiki Hair and Wu Seungmin who have gone from jet black hair to bright blonde, shared with MUTZINE what it meant to have yellow hair in South Korea and how the definition has changed over time.
Read MoreBefore their fashion was completely westernized, Koreans wore the traditional hanbok on a day-to-day basis. In this article, we’ll discuss the deep history of this beautiful garment as well as the recent revival of the hanbok that transcends the streets of Seoul.
Read MoreEvery time we came across DTSQ stickers all over the streets of Hongdae and Itaewon we thought they referred to a clothing brand or skate shop. Well we weren't too far off as we discovered that DTSQ is actually a punk band. The trio is now on embarking on a European festival circuit which means that Sara Amroussi Gilissen was able to catch them in London.
Read MoreMUTZINE was invited to create a photo diary of Rock Bottom crew's first overseas gig & adventures in London.
Read MoreKirin has made it his life purpose to maintain the New Jack Swing genre and lifestyle alive in South Korea. Ever since his 2009 debut, he has released a series of original songs that evoke the sensibilities of American Hip-Hop and R&B from the 80's and 90's. MUTZINE's editor met up with the multi-talented artist at the Back In The Day cafe in Seoul, where his visual artwork was also on display, to talk about his key influences, affinity to FILA, and collaboration wish-list.
Read MoreMUTZINE's London music corresponded Sara Amroussi-Gillissen brings us a behind the scenes look at Okasian & B-Free's gig at the Shoreditch Ace Hotel. From fish & chips to the stage, smoke breaks & waiting for an Uber, it was a night to remember. Enjoy!
Read MoreAlthough her start was modeling, LiVii has always had a passion for music. Known for her hip-hop and RnB cover songs, she finally made her debut in 2014 with the single Beepx3. In this interview, we learn about LiVii's creative process, from shaping the "Rich Bitch" image to filming her music videos. She also introduces us to the fellow artists that have helped her along the way.
Read MoreIt's very easy to distinguish teenagers in Korea, since they are almost always spotted wearing their school uniform. In this article we delve into the history of school uniforms in Korea – from the hanbok to modern reworkings, where students despite persisting regulations, try to express their individualism.
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 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 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 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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