Seoul has come to be known as a fashion capital of the world in recent years.
So when it comes to shoes, it makes sense to look to Korea for inspiration.
Today we want to show you a store called Shoopen.
The best part about this store is that even on a budget, you can keep up with the latest trends!
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Information
Address: 서울 마포구 양화로 153
153 Yanghwa-ro, Map-gu, Seoul
Hours: 11:00-22:00
Transportation: Hongdae Station (홍대입구역) exit 1
Reasons For Recommendation
Shoopen has a wide variety of shoes in all styles and sizes for any gender or age.
It is conveniently located right by exit 1 of Hongdae Station.
Their products are affordable and they frequently have sales and promotions.
They also carry fashionable hats, bags, and glasses.
Creatrip members receive 10% off in-store purchases with coupon.
Things To Keep In Mind
Coupon is only valid at the Shoopen Hongdae branch.
Umbrellas and socks are not included in the promotion.
Coupon cannot be used on 50% off sale items.
Cash or card accepted.
Tax refunds for purchases over 30,000 won are available.
Review
Today we're taking you to Shoopen, the affordable shoe store loved by Koreans and foreigners alike.
We've brought you to the Hongdae branch, conveniently located right by exit 1 of the subway station.
When you enter the shop, there are displays of collaboration merch which, when we went, included FCMM, a popular sportswear brand.
The shoes from this collection were very cute, with a variety of styles and colors that can be matched to different outfits easily, making them a versatile addition to any wardrobe.
For the brand collabs, as you can see, also included different styles of bag.
For a more sporty look, we definitely recommend the FCMM bag.
If that's not your thing, there's the earthy-toned Jeon Hwang Il collab merch that has a more chill vibe.
And if you're looking for cute and simple, the Be My Love by Bambi Girl collection will be perfect for you.
This is bound to be a very popular area of the store because these shoes are versatile and stylish.
They even have ones that add a little extra height, which was our favorite.
If you're indecisive, you can just let your MBTI personality type pick your show color for you.
They have a fun display at Shoopen where shoes are categorized by MBTI type.
If you're not sure about MBTI and what the fuss is all about, click here to learn more
In addition to shoes, there are also many different styles of bag available for purchase.
Leather sandals only 7,000 won?
That's the best part about Shoopen, they always have great deals and promotions like this going on.
You can get a lot of useful, everyday wardrobe pieces without breaking the bank, which is always nice.
Sneakers are always a great wardrobe staple, but these slip ons are great because they combine the convenience of sandals with the style versatility of sneakers.
Some are discounted to only 10,000 won!
They have so many different options for sneakers that it's hard to choose.
The store is arranged very neatly and organized so that you can shop easily.
You can find your size yourself and try on shoes, without having to ask the sales associate to grab your size in the back, as is common in most shoe stores.
Of course, especially during the summer, sandals are a must.
Shoopen has a huge variety of sandals to choose from.
Rubber sandals, no-lace slip on sneakers, basic canvas shoes are waiting to be taken home!
Another popular collab is the Chupa Chups collection.
They have canvas sneakers with the Chupa Chups logo on them!
Aside from shoes and bags, there are also lots of socks to choose from.
There are your regular, plain socks, but also lots of cute designs and colors to choose from too.
Shoopen carries bags that are suitable for all ages and genders, from backpacks to totes to purses.
If you're looking for a cute and fashionable bag, check out Shoopen.
These styles are super popular right now and the price is, as expected here, not too much!
These sunglasses were on sale for just 7,000 won!
They are usually 19,900, so even at regular price, a good deal.
There are so many different styles as well, so you can find the frame that's just right for you.
Shoopen carries baseball caps and bucket hats in a variety of colors as well, perfect for keeping the sun out of your eyes.
Shoopen has unisex shoes, suitable for both men and women, but in addition, they offer mens shoes.
Both the weight and the price of this shoe is light!
There are lots of options for dress and work shoes for men.
And the price is great on these as well!
This section of the store for girls and women was so hard to walk through and not buy most of the merchandise.
There were amazing promotions going on when we visited - only 15,000 won for some of these shoes.
Shoes for work such as these great classic style heels are available at a great price in a variety of colors.
If heels aren't your thing, there are some really cute loafers too.
I love how this style of shoe can be dressed up or down and more feminine or androgynous depending on my mood.
Seeing displays like this, where shoes, hats, and bags are put together, make me want to buy them all!
And of course, the ever popular style of shoes - flats.
Shoopen has many different styles, patterns, and colors to choose from.
How can anyone pick just one pair?
When you're ready to check out, just look for the ₩ sign hanging overhead.
While you're waiting in line, there are some more last minute items you can easily pick up.
The best tip I can give, is to make sure you look around the whole store and don't miss any corners.
They have so much merchandise stocked here, that you can miss out on something if you don't look carefully.
How To Get There
At Hongdae Station (홍대입구역) take exit 1.
The store is located on the right when you come out of the station.
We hope you enjoyed our visit to Shoopen in Hongdae and that you can take advantage of this great deal to find some super cute new shoes or other item.
Let us know your thoughts in the comments and if you have any issues with your coupon, please contact us at help@creatrip.com.