Myeongju (明紬) is a plain silk fabric woven in plain weave from silk thread extracted from cocoons. Though it appears simple and unadorned, it carries enduring beauty within its subtle silk sheen and delicate texture, making it a traditional Korean textile that has been cherished for centuries. Jinju is Korea's representative silk production region, and weaving techniques have flourished here since ancient times, with Jinju silk consistently regarded as the finest quality. All fabrics used by Hohodang are produced in Jinju. This myeongju is crafted slowly by hand on traditional looms rather than in large factory facilities, using natural dyeing methods. As a fabric that begins with silkworm cocoons and is completed following nature's rhythms, it is eco-friendly and soft and comfortable even against bare skin. This crossbody bag reinterprets the traditional value of Jinju myeongju—a silk used for making hanbok for hundreds of years—as a modern everyday accessory. The size is ideal for carrying essentials such as smartphones, wallets, and passports, and features a generous strap length for wearing crossbody over the shoulder. The interior is lined for a neat finish, and the myeongju's characteristic subtle and understated sheen is naturally displayed across the entire bag. Colors: Sand, Olive, Lemon (all colors same price)
Sourced straight from the official Korean shop. We purchase it on your behalf, receive it at our Seoul hub where we confirm it’s the right item and check the exterior for damage — sealed items stay sealed — then repack it safely for the trip overseas. You can follow every step in your order timeline.
Myeongju (明紬) is a plain silk fabric woven in plain weave from silk thread extracted from cocoons. Though it appears simple and unadorned, it carries enduring beauty within its subtle silk sheen and delicate texture, making it a traditional Korean textile that has been cherished for centuries. Jinju is Korea's representative silk production region, and weaving techniques have flourished here since ancient times, with Jinju silk consistently regarded as the finest quality. All fabrics used by Hohodang are produced in Jinju. This myeongju is crafted slowly by hand on traditional looms rather than in large factory facilities, using natural dyeing methods. As a fabric that begins with silkworm cocoons and is completed following nature's rhythms, it is eco-friendly and soft and comfortable even against bare skin. This crossbody bag reinterprets the traditional value of Jinju myeongju—a silk used for making hanbok for hundreds of years—as a modern everyday accessory. The size is ideal for carrying essentials such as smartphones, wallets, and passports, and features a generous strap length for wearing crossbody over the shoulder. The interior is lined for a neat finish, and the myeongju's characteristic subtle and understated sheen is naturally displayed across the entire bag. Colors: Sand, Olive, Lemon (all colors same price)
Sourced straight from the official Korean shop. We purchase it on your behalf, receive it at our Seoul hub where we confirm it’s the right item and check the exterior for damage — sealed items stay sealed — then repack it safely for the trip overseas. You can follow every step in your order timeline.
