Wediann

Interviewed and translated by Lee So-eun and Jeong Seo-eun

Photographed by Karly Pierre

Located on Wedding Street in downtown Gwangju, Wediann Bridal Shop has been helping local brides choose the perfect dress for their special day for 18 years. Store manager, Cheon Myeong talked about trends among brides in the area.

Gwangju News (GN): What kinds of dress styles are popular now with brides?

Many of our brides prefer dresses with slim lines. They often choose mermaid style dresses over A-line or other dress shapes. They also like  slightly textured fabric.

GN: How much do wedding dresses cost?

Unlike Western brides, Korean brides don’t buy their wedding dresses. They rent because of course brides also have to wear a traditional Korean hanbok at their wedding. A wedding dress rental fee is about 1-1.5 million won ($900-950 US). However, the price varies according to the dress’ quality, texture and design.

GN: What kind of dress looks good on most women?

That’s a difficult question. Every bride has a different body shape, skin tone and fashion preference. However, mermaid or A-line dresses suit most brides.

GN: Which accessories are popular with brides now?

Many brides prefer crystal tiaras or hairpins and lace veils.

GN: What brands do you sell?

Many of our dresses are imported from the US and Spain. We carry Vera Wang, Pronovias and Lasposa.  Most of our brides favor Spanish dresses.

Wediann Wedding Shop

Address: 98-1, Bullo-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju

Tel: 062-224-5655

Opening Hours:   Weekdays: 9.30 a.m. – 7 p.m

  Weekends: 9.30 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Website: http://www.wediann.com/