MadeinKorea has discovered a Korean watch brand that captures the quiet depth of Korean cultural heritage through the language of time. Rather than treating a watch as a simple instrument for measurement, this brand approaches time as something to be felt, remembered, and carried. In an age driven by speed and trends, its perspective feels unhurried and intentional, choosing meaning over immediacy and presence over spectacle.
At the center of this discovery is Harriot, a brand born from a thoughtful dialogue between past and present. MadeinKorea has been in close conversation with Harriot’s founder, Sungjo Hong, exploring how the brand’s philosophy and stories can be shared more clearly and more honestly with a wider audience. These watches are not meant to be explained through specifications alone. They carry within them the atmosphere of Korea itself—the place, the people, and the emotional texture shaped by time.
Harriot does not attempt to define “Koreanness” in an overt or decorative way. Instead, it allows it to surface naturally through restraint, balance, and subtle detail. Each watch reflects a respect for what has come before, an awareness of beginnings, and a quiet contemplation of what lies ahead. There is a calm strength in the way the brand treats time—never loud, never rushed, yet unmistakably present.
Among Harriot’s creations, one watch left a particularly lasting impression: KIWON. True to its name, which means “origin,” KIWON speaks to beginnings, roots, and continuity. It does not seek attention through excess, but through a composed elegance that resonates over time. KIWON invites the wearer to slow down and reconsider their relationship with time, offering not just a watch, but a way of seeing. Its presence is understated yet deeply felt, revealing itself gradually through daily wear and quiet moments.
MadeinKorea believes that brands like Harriot should be introduced not as products, but as stories and sensibilities. What matters is not only what is made, but why it is made, and how it finds its place in everyday life. Through Harriot, Korean emotion and memory are translated into an object that can travel across borders while remaining deeply rooted. This philosophy aligns closely with MadeinKorea’s approach to curation—seeking out brands that carry culture, intention, and a sense of lasting value.
For those who would like to see Harriot watches in person, or who are curious about bringing such pieces into their own curated retail spaces, the conversation is open. If you are a concept store interested in carrying Harriot and introducing a watch brand that embodies Korean heritage and sensibility, we invite you to reach out.
