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California Dreamin',  | International Design Awards Winners
California Dreamin',  | International Design Awards Winners
California Dreamin',  | International Design Awards Winners
California Dreamin',  | International Design Awards Winners
California Dreamin',  | International Design Awards Winners
California Dreamin',  | International Design Awards Winners
California Dreamin',  | International Design Awards Winners
California Dreamin',  | International Design Awards Winners
California Dreamin',  | International Design Awards Winners
California Dreamin',  | International Design Awards Winners
California Dreamin',  | International Design Awards Winners
California Dreamin',  | International Design Awards Winners
California Dreamin',  | International Design Awards Winners
California Dreamin',  | International Design Awards Winners
California Dreamin',  | International Design Awards Winners
California Dreamin',  | International Design Awards Winners

California Dreamin'

UniversityAcademy of Art University
Lead DesignersHannah Kim
CreditsFashion Film Credits
Prize(s)Gold in Other Fashion Designs / Cultural/Traditional Costumes
Project LinkView
Entry Description

California Dreamin’ traces my journey from Korea to San Francisco, chasing both a passion for fashion and the promise of a California dream. The collection channels the spirit of 1960s–’70s San Francisco an era alive with freedom, rebellion, and new possibility woven together with my Korean heritage. Inspired by the bokjumeoni coin pouch, I reimagine its forms through bold silhouettes, knot details, and experimental fabrics. With vivid colors and expressive prints, this collection celebrates self-expression and the courage to dream.