Where should you buy glasses in Korea?
K-fashion has taken the world by storm — and yes, that includes glasses. In Korea, you can easily buy stylish, high-quality glasses for around $100 USD (≈130,000 KRW). The entire process takes as little as 30 mins from choosing your favorite frame to getting the right prescription lenses fitted.
Glasses are no longer just for better vision, they’ve become a daily fashion item. Below, we’ve selected the top 4 Korean glasses brands that are loved not only by locals but also by many of our Himedi VIPs. Let’s jump into our favorites!
Top Glasses & Sunglasses Brands in Korea
1. Gentle Monster — The Icon of K-Glasses
When people talk about Korean eyewear, Gentle Monster is always the first name that comes up.
It became widely known after being worn by top Korean artists like G-Dragon and Jennie from BLACKPINK, and is recognized for its bold, futuristic designs.
(Image from Gentle Monster)
- Price Range: $176–272 USD
- Where to find it: Flagship stores in Sinsa and Hongdae, plus a store at Incheon Airport
- Sinsa Branch : 23 Apgujeong-ro 10-gil, Gangnam District, Seoul
2. Blue Elephant — Stylish and Affordable
Blue Elephant is known for offering trendy, Gentle Monster–style frames at a much more affordable price. It’s especially popular among young travelers and students.
(Image from Blue Elephant)
- Price Range: $50–70 USD
- Where to find it: Flagship stores in Hongdae and Seongsu
- Hongdae Branch : 3 Yanghwa-ro 18-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
3. Carin — Minimal & Loved by Gen Z
Founded in 2014, Carin focuses on Scandinavian-style minimalism. It’s popular among Gen Z for its clean, elegant look.
(Image from Carin)
- Price Range: $95–190 USD
- Where to find it: Flagship store in Seongsu
- Hongdae Store: Seongsu-dong 2(i)-ga, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
4. Rieti — Comfortable, Lightweight Everyday Glasses
Rieti is known for large, lightweight frames perfect for daily wear. If you prefer something simple, low-key, and extremely comfortable, Rieti is a great pick.
(Image from Rieti)
- Price Range: $67–85 USD
- Where to find it: Flagship store in Seongsu
- Seoungsu Store : 17 Yeonmujang 17-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
After Picking Your Frame: Where to Get Lenses in Korea
These four brands mainly sell frames only, so you might wonder:
Where can I get the lenses? Do I need a prescription?
Good news , you don’t need a prescription, and lens shops in Korea are very efficient.
Himedi recommends: Davich Optical
(Images from Davich)
Davich is one of Korea’s biggest and most reliable optical chains.
They offer vision tests, fast lens fitting, and a wide selection of lens types:
- Regular lenses
- Blue-light cut lenses
- UV protection
- Other lenses
Price: from around $35 USD (≈49,000 KRW), depending on the lens type
Recommended location: Davich Myeongdong branch (very foreigner-friendly)
Davich Myeongdong branch : 62 Sogong-ro, Jung District, Seoul
Conclusion
Buying glasses in Korea is affordable, fast, and stylish — whether you’re here for travel, study, or long-term stay.
Pick your favorite frame from one of Korea’s popular brands, then get your lenses done at Davich for a smooth and simple experience.
Written by Himedi Inc.
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