Koreans Are Upset About Dara’s “Inappropriate” Hanbok, Here’s Why

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After posting several images of herself in full hanbok gear on Instagram, Dara received negative feedback from unsettled netizens.

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Dara posted the pictures for Chuseok, a Korean national holiday when it is common to wear Hanboks, but her specific styling choice resembles that of Uhwudong’s.

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Uhwudong was a Joseon era Korean dancer, writer, and artist who later became well-known due to her scandalous prostitution and adultery charges.

After seeing Dara’s pictures online, many were disturbed that she chose this style for the national holiday.

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Dara herself has yet to comment on the issue.

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