Woman's clothing - Chima
The traditional skirt is called chima.
It is a square or tubular garment much like the sarong of Southeast Asia, and has a high, pleated waistband which is tied with long sashes which are first wrapped around the body at chest level.
The result is a voluminous garment that provides the freedom of movement necessary for the traditional Korean lifestyle which involves sitting on the floor and doing many household chores in a squatting position. The skirt also provides more body coverage than Southeast Asian garments, thus helping to retain body heat and ensure modesty in Korea's traditional Confucian society.