Traditional Women’s Clothing of the 16th Century Joseon Dynasty

During the 16th century, jeogori became loose and long, and the neckband, collar, hemline of jeogori, and edges of sleeves were ornamented with fabric of different colors. Instead of fabric into which gold threads were woven, fabric pressed with gold patterns were used for ornamentation. Chima with a front longer than the back made of red mobondan silk was worn by women of the upper class as part of their ceremonial costume in the 16th century.