If one designer truly epitomizes the spirit of fashion’s next generation, it’s Sohee Park—the visionary behind Miss Sohee. Park has built a couture house that fuses Korean heritage with modern innovation. From staging viral graduate collections to dressing global superstars, Miss Sohee’s meteoric rise reflects Park’s fearless creativity, meticulous craftsmanship, and unwavering devotion to couture as an art form.
Born and raised in Seoul, South Korea, Sohee Park’s earliest inspiration sprang from her home. Her mother nurtured her love for drawing and painting, while her grandmother introduced her to intricate embroidery—two influences that blossomed into an ardent desire to create wearable art. Despite a conservative educational environment, Park pursued her dream of studying at Central Saint Martins in London, an institution renowned for shaping some of fashion’s boldest voices.
Internships with luminaries like Marc Jacobs and Molly Goddard gave her invaluable insight into high fashion, and soon, her own creative vision began to crystallize: sculptural silhouettes, bold colors, and a profound respect for traditional craft.
Miss Sohee officially launched in 2020, at the height of a global pandemic. Unable to present a traditional runway show, Park harnessed social media—particularly Instagram—to reveal her debut collection, “The Girl in Full Bloom.” Ethereal, floral-inspired gowns with voluminous silhouettes captivated online audiences. At a time when the fashion world was reimagining everything from runway formats to retail models, Park’s digital-first approach catapulted her into the international spotlight.
By drawing on her Korean heritage—Minhwa paintings, antique porcelain silhouettes, and mother-of-pearl embellishments—Park introduced a fresh perspective on couture, bridging romance with the avant-garde, and history with modern flair.
What sets Miss Sohee apart is her sculptural approach to couture, where fabrics are molded into wearable art. Park reinterprets ancient and antique influences—think old vases, traditional fans, and mother-of-pearl jewelry boxes—through a futuristic lens. Her garments often feature exaggerated hemlines, pleated waves evoking ocean forms, and blossoming capelets reminiscent of living flora. Meticulously crafted in the brand’s London atelier using hand embroidery, delicate beadwork, and custom-dyed fabrics, each piece embodies Park’s vision of elegance.
Color plays a starring role, rooted in jewel tones and pastel hues reminiscent of cherry blossoms and magnolias. This calculated palette—and the intricate layering of textures—has become Miss Sohee’s signature, drawing comparisons to classic couture houses while carving out an unmistakably modern identity.
Celebrities and stylists worldwide quickly gravitated toward Miss Sohee’s dazzling designs. Cardi B, Bella Hadid, Ariana Grande, Gemma Chan, and Naomi Campbell are just a few among the star-studded clientele who have embraced the brand’s show-stopping couture for high-profile events. Whether on the steps of the Met Gala or at the Cannes Film Festival, Park’s designs celebrate femininity and craftsmanship in equal measure.
One of Miss Sohee’s most notable early supporters was Dolce & Gabbana, who invited Park to collaborate in early 2022. Their joint presentation at Milan Fashion Week combined Dolce & Gabbana’s storied Italian heritage with Park’s Korean-influenced embroidery and silhouettes—culminating in a triumph of cross-cultural creativity. Beyond boosting visibility and providing invaluable mentorship, the partnership also supported Miss Sohee’s commitment to sustainable, upcycled materials.
As Miss Sohee gains momentum in haute couture, Park is bringing Korea’s vibrant culture to the global stage. In an era when K-pop, Korean dramas, and films captivate international audiences, her success underscores a growing appetite for Korean aesthetics and craftsmanship. Indeed, Miss Sohee’s official inclusion as a Guest House on the Haute Couture calendar—showcasing a Spring/Summer 2025 collection in Paris—marks a significant milestone for both Korean couture and Park’s stature as an emerging force.
Park’s devotion to traditional handwork and slow, artisanal processes stands in sharp contrast to the frenzied pace of fast fashion. Supported by a team of dedicated artisans, Miss Sohee’s atelier devotes countless hours to embroidered Swarovski crystals and flawlessly sculpted silhouettes. Park believes this painstaking craftsmanship fosters a deeper connection between garment and wearer—an ethos both timeless and urgently relevant amid today’s focus on sustainability and ethical responsibility.
In just a few years, Park has garnered numerous accolades that affirm her status as a fashion frontrunner. She earned places on the Forbes 30 Under 30 lists in both Europe and South Korea and was named to the Business of Fashion 500, an authoritative index of industry game-changers. In 2023, she received the Goodwood Talent in Fashion Award, judged by the Duke of Richmond and figures from the British Fashion Council—further solidifying her breakout-star reputation.
Further underscoring her influence, Park’s pieces have been showcased in prestigious exhibitions such as “Hallyu! The Korean Wave” at London’s Victoria & Albert Museum and “The Love of Couture: Artisanship in Fashion Beyond Time” at K11 MUSEA in Hong Kong. In 2022, the V&A invited her to design its annual Christmas tree, a whimsical installation that confirmed her ability to weave creativity into every corner of her craft.
Even with her meteoric rise, Sohee Park remains refreshingly grounded. She believes couture should transcend mere fashion to become an immersive art form, uniting heritage, culture, and social responsibility. Sustainability lies at the heart of this mission. Park incorporates recycled or locally sourced textiles—such as Hansan Mosi, a traditional ramie fabric from South Korea—and insists on fair labor practices at every level of production.
Looking ahead, she plans more collaborations with local Korean artisans to preserve heritage techniques and amplify them on a global stage. “I want people to feel that they’re wearing a story,” Park explains, “not just a dress.”
Miss Sohee’s ascent feels almost prophetic for an industry hungry for newness, imagination, and authenticity. Sohee Park’s daring silhouettes and painterly embroideries speak to a generation yearning for fashion with emotional resonance. By weaving Korean heritage into global couture traditions, she charts new frontiers in design—reminding us that fashion’s greatest power lies in celebrating both identity and innovation.
In a world of endless reinvention, Miss Sohee stands as proof that art and craft can flourish when heritage, sustainability, and a clear creative vision intertwine. With her place secured on the official Haute Couture calendar—and in the wardrobes of pop icons—Sohee Park is redefining how we view and wear couture. For those seeking fashion’s future, Miss Sohee offers a resounding answer: it’s here, it’s bold, and it’s unapologetically Korean.
