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From Cartier to Piaget: A Quiet Shift in Taste

  • Writer: JungYeol Kim
    JungYeol Kim
  • Jun 11
  • 1 min read

What do you think about watches made by jewelry houses?Sure, the movements might not be as serious as those from watchmakers. But let’s be real—Cartier already beat Omega in this game. Jewelry-brand watches have their own role. Their own style. And that’s more than enough.


Same goes for suits.I used to think bespoke was the pinnacle. But lately, I find myself dreaming of a bold Tom Ford suit instead.And honestly? That desire feels exactly like wanting a solid gold Piaget on my wrist.You feel me?


If Cartier feels too crowded these days, maybe it’s time you crossed over to Piaget.In this genre, Piaget is still the OG big brother.


🍉 00s PIAGET Protocol · 18K White Gold (Quartz)

🍉 20mm x 20mm

🍉 ₩5,800,000


🍉 1988 PIAGET Ref.9251 Bark Finish · 18K White Gold · Manual Wind

🍉 26mm x 30.5mm

🍉 ₩6,700,000 – Cash only (We proudly claim: lowest on Earth)Made in Switzerland

🔍 Additional info from the consignor:

  • Model Ref.: 9251

  • Year: June 1988

  • Material: 18K White Gold

  • Movement: Piaget Cal. 9P2 – Manual wind, ultra-thin

  • Case size: 26mm wide (excluding crown) × approx. 31mm tall (excluding lugs)

  • Lug width: 16mm

  • Buckle: Original Piaget 18K White Gold (14mm width)

  • Crystal: Sapphire

  • Condition: A+ (near unworn, unpolished case, fully overhauled in 2024)

  • Features: Bark finish case · Two hands (no second hand)

  • Full Set: Box, case, and papers all included

  • Strap: Custom lizard leather in navy


 
 
 

A Work Jacket in Ramie: Soobaak Vintage × Steady State × DIPIND

  • Writer: JungYeol Kim
    JungYeol Kim
  • Jun 11
  • 2 min read

Here’s a sample of our upcoming work jacket made from traditional Korean mosi-sambae (fine ramie cloth). The blue one is dyed with jjok (natural indigo), and the black version will be finished using meok (traditional black ink dye).


This project is all about tension—the contradiction between material and form. Ramie, typically seen in breezy, summer hanbok, is now being structured into a rugged, utilitarian silhouette. That contrast is the core of the piece.


But the real challenge lies in how far we can push that tension without breaking the harmony. Where we choose to pause—how we balance tradition with wearability—is what will define the quality of this jacket. In the end, it needs to be something anyone can look at and just want to wear. No need for explanation—just instinct.


So keep an eye out for this one:

Soobaak Vintage × Steady State × DIPIND Traditional ramie chore jacket, reimagined.

@soobaak_vintage

@maisonsteadystate Dye by

@dipind_seoul


PS: It’s insanely lightweight and cool. Perfect for summer.





The story behind this project?It started, honestly, with zero intention.


  1. I bought a batch of mosi-sambae fabric purely out of impulse—fell in love with the texture at first sight. No plans, no purpose. Just heart first, wallet second.The funny part?Turns out, the fabric I was so enchanted by… was made in China.Korean-style ramie, sure—but not actually Korean.I threw it all out.A great lesson in heartbreak and authenticity.


  2. During the last Future Market Marathon at EQL, I stumbled across a small independent seller with amazing pieces at ridiculously good prices. I bought a bunch, and then casually asked, “So… what do you do?”He replied, “I work in traditional dyeing.”What are the chances?That seller turned out to be none other than Kookhyun Hwang of DIPIND. A total fateful encounter.


  3. Today, we joined Hwang at a jjok (indigo) dyeing workshop. We spent the day asking:How do we make something that doesn’t look like a folk craft souvenir?How can we stay true to the roots and make it actually fashionable?We’re aiming to launch the final pieces by July—in three colorways: raw white, indigo blue, and ink black.


  4. I’m not someone who chases “meaning” when I make clothes.I chase curiosity.And, yes, I chase sales.To put it simply, I like fun business. Lightly, truly.


That’s why we want to sell this to people who’ve never thought about traditional craft.People who don’t even know what ramie is.We want them to want it—just because it’s cool.


So stay tuned: Soobaak Vintage × Steady State × DIPIND


@soobaak_vintage

@maisonsteadystate


Dye by @dipind_seoul


PS: Still insanely lightweight and cool.

Just saying.


 
 
 

Personal Touches and Brave Designs: A Closer Look at the UTE

  • Writer: JungYeol Kim
    JungYeol Kim
  • May 7
  • 2 min read

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I added a small personal touch to the U-toe detail on the upper—I wanted to tone it down just a little bit more, so I went in with a permanent marker. 😂 I'm actually really happy with how it turned out. Just thought I’d share this as a fun little tip—something you can try too!

Introducing the 𝗜𝗬𝗦𝗢-𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗥 <𝙐𝙏𝙀>, now available at Soobaak Vintage. I had quite a few things to say during the product planning process—so consider this one a collab with a bit of Soobaak’s nagging spirit baked in.


Honestly, creating something original in a market that still values authenticity is a bold move, especially when you're entering a category already shaped by iconic designs. That’s why I have real respect for what IYSO did with the UTE. The U-toe vamp line with visible stitching, the Western-style buckle that vaguely echoes a naja silhouette—it’s a gutsy reinterpretation, and one that confidently draws its own line. Soobaak respects brands that stand firm in their identity!


The silhouette might divide opinions, but the comfort? Undeniable. It’s rare to find such solid wearability in this kind of mule/slipper type, but you can tell they really invested time in developing the footbed.


You can try them on in person at Soobaak Sinsa, or check them out online—we’ve already updated the store. Hope you enjoy them, and as always, thank you!

P.S. As someone who's tried everything from the Birkenstock Boston to slipper styles from Needles and TOGA—I can confidently recommend the UTE as a worthy addition right next to your Bostons.





🍉 𝗜𝗬𝗦𝗢-𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗥 <𝙐𝙏𝙀>

🍉 Colors: Taupe / Crema / Black

🍉 Sizes: 230mm–290mm (10mm increments)

🍉 Price: 108,000 KRW


The UTE, first in the IYSO-EVER line, is a mule-style shoe featuring a cork midsole, EVA outsole, and a soft suede footbed. Its standout details include the stitched U-toe vamp line and a Western-inspired buckle. Available in Taupe, Crema, and Black.

Designed for both indoor and outdoor use, each pair comes with a pair of heavy-duty socks (cotton/poly 8:2 blend in cream) and a dust bag.




@iyso_official

@soobaak_vintage






 
 
 
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