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[eIn07912]

i want to get a hanbok for myself (male) and one for my sister. i dont want to drop a small fortune on one either. where can i get one? "off the rack" is ok, it doesnt have to be tailor made. i can get my sisters measurements and find one that is close enough.

any help?

thx in advane

[afsjesse]

I know these things can be sort of expensive in some places. But a friend of mine had one taylored for him here in Uljin for 250,000 won. I think that's a cheap hanbok.

[Dazed and Confused]

Try around the local markets. There's usually a woman who makes them. Ask about prices and fabrics. My mom had a modern style one made of linen several years back for 150,000 won. I've gotten a couple in Insadong for reasonable prices too.

[alice123]

You should also try the flea market on a Saturday or Sunday on the blue line (line1). Get off at Sinseoldong exit 10, then turn around and there should be a ______pharmacy sign in both Korean and English. Turn right in front of the pharmacy and there is a road that leads to the flea market. I bought a nice hanbok for 20,000. Or you can also try www.auction.co.kr or www.gmarket.com

Then, just type in 한복. (hanbok)