It’s never about the clothes
The most important thing about having a successful clothing shop is not the clothes. It’s never about the clothes, it’s about the feel of the shop itself.
When I walk into a place, any place, I first must feel as if I’ve discovered something wonderful. Then that feeling of discovery should provide some clues: is it the lighting? the colors? the fixtures? From there, it’s about movement, the flow of the space, if you will. If I am free to touch and discover on my own it will be a place that I will return to, if not, they could have the best clothing and I’d sooner go to a soulless department store than return and feel uncomfortable.
So far, I like the feel of this new place in Hongdae. I know that this is how I approach any space that I enter, no matter the purpose it serves.
thistimenow
DMB said,
February 8, 2008 at 11:27 am
You are so sensual. I love hearing you describe the process.
thistimenow said,
February 8, 2008 at 2:41 pm
Thank you Lady Donella!
Lola said,
February 8, 2008 at 3:28 pm
Hey Felicia. Great site you have here. Stumbled across it through Liz’s site (Write to Travel). Hope to make my way to South Korea soon.
Cheers
thistimenow said,
February 9, 2008 at 2:18 am
Hello Lola!
Just checked you out and you’re amazing! Love your photography and paintings!
Thanks for commenting on my blog.
Ciao!
Lee said,
February 12, 2008 at 9:50 pm
I like the green coat with the colorful skirt peaking out. very cool.
http://2or3things.blogspot.com
maritasays said,
February 19, 2008 at 9:15 am
I was in Seoul some years ago and had a mixed experience. Now looking at your blog I am curious to visit it again. Maybe you can inspire me more if we get to see you when you come to Bangkok?
thistimenow said,
February 19, 2008 at 11:06 am
Dear Maritasays,
Most definitely!
Felicia