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Korean fashion house ADLV lands in Australia this May

By Minjun ParkAustralia
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The Korean clothing brand Acmé de la Vie (ADLV) opened its first stationary store in Australia in May of this year in QV Melbourne in front of a local online shop.

ADLV co-founders Jinmo and Jaemo Goo started the streetwear business in 2017 and opened their first store in the Korean district of Gangnam. Since then, the brand has opened more than 50 stores in Asia, partnering with Disney, Pink Fong, Kakaotalk and The Simpsons.

ADLV’s Australian director Ying Yang said the company knew streetwear was a staple of Australian fashion.

“We love to see how consumers adapt pieces to the Australian climate. Given the circumstances and the year we have all been through, we are both proud and grateful that we can continue our growth and better serve our customers on this side of the world. “

The brand was inspired by the French passage “acme de la vie” ;, which means “the high point of life”.

Focusing on high-end streetwear fashions like t-shirts, sweats, hoodies, accessories, and outerwear, ADLV is known for graphics and pop culture characters like the Baby Face series.

Questions & Answers

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What kind of products does ADLV sell?

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ADLV focuses on high-end streetwear fashions. Their product range includes t-shirts, sweats, hoodies, accessories, and outerwear, often featuring graphics and pop culture characters.

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When and where did ADLV open its first store?

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ADLV opened its first store in 2017 in the Gangnam district of Korea. Since then, the brand has expanded significantly across Asia.

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What is the significance of the brand name Acmé de la Vie?

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The brand name Acmé de la Vie is inspired by a French passage. It translates to 'the high point of life', reflecting the brand's aspiration.

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What is the reason for ADLV's confidence in the Australian market?

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ADLV believes streetwear is a staple of Australian fashion. The company is keen to see how consumers adapt their pieces to the local climate.

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