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Compared to the jeogori, the style of the chima (skirt) has not changed much over time. The garment is wrapped high around the torso and tied in the front to create a high waistline and a billowing silhouette. Depending on the cut of the jeogori, the waistband might be visible.
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치마
Title: Chima (Skirt)
Date: late 20th century
Culture: Korea
Medium: Cotton
Dimensions: 48 × 11 3/4 in. (121.9 × 29.8 cm) (width at top)
Classification: Textiles
Credit Line: Gift of the children of Lea R. Sneider, 2024
Object Number: 2024.301.30
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