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SVC's Return to Its Roots with the Classic Oxford Button-Down Shirt

Writer: JungYeol KimJungYeol Kim
Nov 5, 20242 min read


We’re thrilled to introduce the latest from Soobaak Vintage Clothing (SVC): the classic Oxford Button-Down Shirt. SVC is back, and we’re bringing our best once more! It’s been a while since we’ve developed a new private brand item, but we promised ourselves not to release anything until it showed clear progress over our past work.


Our White Oxford Shirt has long been a steady seller, designed so simply that it could be produced with just two quick phone calls: one to order the fabric, and another to place the shirt order with the factory. But it wasn’t a matter of profit that kept us from making more. Instead, we felt it was time to return with a shirt that had improved in every way.

We made subtle updates to the pattern, giving it a slightly roomier fit overall—especially across the shoulders, lending a relaxed touch that’s less formal yet retains the shirt’s timeless, mature charm in the collar design.


Crafted with the highest quality materials, our shirt comes from one of Korea’s top factories. Each shirt is stitched with premium threads and buttons. In fact, when a friend of mine, a designer from Dongdaemun, heard about our factory costs, they exclaimed, "That’s crazy expensive!" And they had a point—our production cost is around 3.5 times higher than what they usually pay.


For the fabric, we’ve chosen a unique cotton blend woven with silk, giving it a subtle, slightly rugged look due to the "nep" texture. This fabric looks especially captivating in blue, and since it’s a rare Japanese fabric with limited availability, we recommend acting fast. Personally, I’d love to stash away ten of each color—I’m that satisfied with the result.


🍉 SVC Oxford Button-Down Shirt

🍉 Available Sizes: M (95) / L (100) / XL (105) / XXL (110)

🍉 Fabric: Japanese cotton + silk blend

🍉 Pre-washed for comfort

🍉 Price: 158,000 KRW

🍉 Made in Korea


Starting today, we're accepting pre-orders via DM. Simply provide your name, address, contact info, and desired size(s). Special discounts apply for pre-orders—10% off for one shirt, and 20% off plus free shipping for two shirts.


Prices:

  • 1 shirt: 142,200 KRW

  • 2 shirts: 252,800 KRW


[Size Details]

  • M: Shoulder 46cmㅣChest 55cmㅣLength 76cmㅣSleeve 62.5cm

  • L: Shoulder 47cmㅣChest 57cmㅣLength 77cmㅣSleeve 63.5cm

  • XL: Shoulder 48cmㅣChest 59cmㅣLength 78cmㅣSleeve 64.5cm

  • XXL: Shoulder 49cmㅣChest 61cmㅣLength 79cmㅣSleeve 65.5cm


 
 
 

Postman Chic: The Versatility of the Hermès Herbag

Writer: JungYeol KimJungYeol Kim
Oct 29, 20242 min read



Check out this postman bag from Hermès! Isn’t the presence it has thanks to its size incredible?! If I were the Minister of Culture in France, I would have collaborated with Hermès to create a postman bag in the size of an Hermès Herbag cabin bag, just for those mail carriers! Haha. Oh, I could have bought the old ones cheaply and sold them at a high price… just thinking about it makes me a bit nostalgic.


Sometimes large bags are in fashion, and other times small bags take the spotlight. People like us just buy pretty bags, regardless of the trend, and use them based on our mood and needs. That’s because we’re not consuming trending brands or designs; we appreciate the classics, so it doesn’t really matter.


The great thing about the old Herbag is that it comes with two bags! The one I'm currently holding is the "wide" version, but there's also a "long" version as an extra bag... so I can switch things up a bit depending on my needs and feelings. Isn't that such an Hermès touch?

Among the vintage shops in South Korea, I've sold quite a few, and one of the best sellers is this old Hermès Herbag. Yes, I’m confident not just in sales but also in curation. However, stock is running low, especially for the king size, and I haven’t found any other listings in South Korea for this color with the extra bag.


I hope someone out there enjoys it! Thank you, as always.



🍉 OLD Hermès Herbag 50 cabin size

🍉 Contents: lock, key, extra bag

🍉 Wide version: 50cm (W) x 34cm (H) x 23cm (D) (for carry-on)

🍉 Long version: 🍉 4,300,000 KRW

  • Made in France


 
 
 

Effortless Elegance: The Vintage Patek Gondolo and the Luxury We Love

Writer: JungYeol KimJungYeol Kim
Oct 19, 20242 min read


I have a thing for old-school yet sexy pieces like this. This vintage Patek Gondolo? It has that deep charm when worn by a stylish grandma or grandpa. But on someone like Yoo Won, it’s just straight-up sexy.


Recently, I’ve been unexpectedly posting a bunch of watch content on YouTube... but honestly, I’m not one of those people who really digs into watches. I just instinctively know when a watch is beautiful. And I have a rough idea of what a watch means in the broader history of watchmaking. But when it comes to knowing every little detail about the movement or all the technical specs, that's not really my thing.


Of course, my suppliers know everything inside and out. I just don’t feel the need to memorize all that and repeat it to you like a parrot. Soobaak is about experiencing watches through the lens of fashion, not just technical specs.



Now, don’t get me wrong—Soobaak isn’t into watches that scream, “Look at me!” But that doesn’t mean we’re against luxury. We just admire a different kind of luxury, with our own set of standards. And trust me, we love that kind of luxury. Take the AP Bamboo we sold recently, or this white gold Patek Gondolo with original diamond settings I’m showing you today.


That’s what I find so fun about this. How cool is it to casually introduce something like a 'vintage Patek Philippe white gold + original diamond-set Gondolo' at a place like Soobaak, and have someone casually pick it up? That whole vibe is what I live for.

Enjoy, as always, and thanks for the continued support.


🍉 70s VTG Patek Philippe Gondolo

🍉 White Gold + Original Diamond Setting (Not Aftermarket)

🍉 Archive Certificate

🍉 14,000,000 KRW, cash only

  • Suitable for men with slimmer wrists

  • Effortless Elegance: The Vintage Patek Gondolo and the Luxury We Love



 
 
 
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