ABOUT US

HAN ARIA is a New York–based womenswear brand created by first generation Korean American founder Kimberly Lee. Rooted in Korean culture and reimagined for modern everyday wear, HAN ARIA blends Western silhouettes with influences drawn from the hanbok, Korean history, and architectural elements.

Growing up, Kimberly often looked for ways to stay connected to her Korean heritage, including through what she wore. But what she found,   was clothing inspired by Korean culture often felt either too traditional for everyday life or difficult to incorporate into a modern wardrobe.

She wanted something different: pieces that celebrated Korean heritage while still feeling effortless, contemporary, and wearable.

That idea became Han Aria.

Founded from a desire to make cultural connection feel natural in everyday life, Han Aria brings Korean-inspired details into thoughtfully designed pieces made for the modern wardrobe. Each piece is a reflection of heritage, individuality, and the beauty of carrying where you come from with you.

Han Aria is more than clothing. It is a way to celebrate culture in a form that feels personal, modern, and uniquely your own.

Our Commitments

Han Aria tells stories through silhouette and material, drawing inspiration from traditional textiles such as cotton, linen, hemp, ramie, and silk while balancing modern needs for durability and accessibility. Built with a majority-women and majority-POC team, the brand honors Korean culture while welcoming anyone who feels connected to its beauty.

RESPONSIBLE MATERIALS

We intentionally source existing, high-grade fabrics from surplus and specialized markets, actively reducing textile waste while honoring thoughtful design.

MATERIAL EXPLANATION

Each one of our pieces comes with a 'WHY WE CHOSE THIS MATERIAL' section, featuring a detailed breakdown behind our thought process choosing fabric.

LIMITED SMALL-BATCH RUNS

We produce in intentionally small quantities to eliminate excess inventory and ensure every single piece receives meticulous quality control before it reaches you.

SIGNATURE HAND-FINISHING

From custom-molded hardware to hand-tied accents, every subtle detail is finalized by hand to elevate functional clothing into wearable art.