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Gentle Monster is a Seoul brand. Its frames sell on official stores in Korea and in the US. We checked the same six models on both stores on 22 Oct 2026. Here is what we found. We also show when buying from Korea makes sense and when it does not.
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Korea vs US Prices Side by Side
| Model | Korea store | In dollars | US store | Korea is |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jasmin 01 | ₩340,000 | ≈ $262 | $315 | $53 less |
| Cai DBC1 | ₩340,000 | ≈ $262 | $315 | $53 less |
| Saint B1 | ₩320,000 | ≈ $246 | $295 | $49 less |
| Haka T1 | ₩320,000 | ≈ $246 | $295 | $49 less |
| Una.C W 01(BR) | ₩289,000 | ≈ $222 | $265 | $43 less |
| Velo M01 | ₩269,000 | ≈ $207 | $245 | $38 less |
Prices from the official Gentle Monster Korea and US online stores on 22 Oct 2026. Dollar figures for Korean prices are a guide. US prices are before sales tax.
Across these six models the Korean tag is $38 to $53 lower. That is a real gap. But the tag is not the whole story.
What One Pair Really Costs From Korea
To get the Korean price you buy from the Korean store. Then someone in Korea has to send it on to the US. Here is a single pair of Jasmin 01 through KorExBridge:
For one pair on its own the US store is the better deal. We would rather tell you that up front.
When Buying in Korea Is Worth It
Two or three pairs in one box. Shipping is charged once per box. Our service fee also drops to 10% from $300 and to 8% from $500. Three pairs (Jasmin 01 and Saint B1 and Cai DBC1) come to about $770 in product. With an 8% fee of about $62 and $2.50 domestic shipping and shipping from $72 the total lands near $907. The same three pairs cost $925 plus sales tax at the US store.
A box with other Korean finds. If you are already sending us links for skincare or K-pop albums or a jacket from Musinsa the frames ride in the same box. You pay international shipping once for everything. Browse Korean eyewear in Shop Korea for ideas.
A frame or color you cannot find in the US store. If you see it on the Korean site but not on the US site send us the link. We will check it and quote it.
How to Order From Gentle Monster Korea
- 1
Send the link
Copy the product page from gentlemonster.com/kr and send it to us. Add the color if there is more than one.
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Get one quote
We reply with the full cost. Nothing is charged until you approve it.
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We buy and check it
We buy from the official store. It arrives at our Seoul warehouse and we check and photograph it.
- 4
It ships to your door
FedEx International Priority brings it to the US. From your order to your door usually takes 3 to 5 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gentle Monster cheaper in Korea?
The tag price was about 15 to 17% lower on the Korean store for the six models we checked on 22 Oct 2026. After a buying fee and international shipping one pair usually costs more than buying in the US. Two or three pairs in one box can come out ahead.
Can I order from Gentle Monster Korea and ship to the US?
Yes. Send us the product link. We buy it at the official Korean store and ship it to your door by FedEx.
Are the frames genuine?
We buy from the official Gentle Monster Korea online store. We check every item at our Seoul warehouse before it ships.
Do I pay US import duty?
Any US import duty is extra and is paid by you on delivery.
Can I put prescription lenses in Gentle Monster glasses from Korea?
We ship the frames as sold. A local optician can fit your prescription lenses.
Found something in Korea?
Send us the link. We buy it in Korea and ship it to you.
Send product link → 15% service fee (min $8) · $2.50 domestic · shipping by weight · no monthly fee