If you’re looking to get yourself some K-pop merch and other K-pop-related items, here are some local fan-run shops that you need to check out.
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With the rise of K-Pop around the world has come the increase in people wanting to buy K-Pop-related merch. Whenever a group or artist has a debut or new comeback, people scramble to get their hands on the album, as well as a coveted photocard of their bias. People spend thousands just on K-pop merch alone in the name of supporting their fave.
But in this has also come the rise of fan-made and fan-run shops that sell K-pop-related merch. The best part about these shops is that they are independent and are made by the same people who stan the group or artist. So, when you buy from these shops, not only are you getting custom-made items from your fellow fan, you’re also supporting small businesses. With that being said, here are some local fan-run shops to check out when you’re in the mood to cop some K-Pop merch.
Smeraldo – Named after the fictional blue and white flower in the BTS universe, this shop sells curated stay at home event sets made with official and fan-made merch
K Lightbox – BTS-inspired lightboxes
DarshKpop – Cebu-based shop that sells homemade BTS merch, as well as a place to buy official merch
Seoul Palette – K-pop themed vintage tees
Oh My Merchandise – fan-made keychains, stickers, buttons, and the like
April Cotton – BTS-inspired tags and chains
Dear Army – BTS bags, shirts, face masks, and other apparel
Shop Bangtan Style – This shop sells BTS-related merch, as well as their popular borahae bag
Today’s Folk – custom-made bracelets and necklaces
You Never Walk Alone Club – fan-made concept store
Hanadulsell – Uses direct-to-garment printing to make K-Pop related T-shirts
Terryl Studios- Tote bags and scarves
Duende – candles inspired by music tracks
MOTS Production – This Davao-based shop sells fan-made shirts for ARMY of any size
Crafts by Eu – custom resin, wood, and paper coasters, key chains, and necklaces, and other crafts
The purple source – BTS-inspired shirts
Merchpj – custom shirts featuring your favorite artists
YOUNG ATTIC – shirts with custom prints of K-Pop artists
Borahae Manila – fan-made shirts and other apparel, all orders come with free keychains, postcards, photo cards and stickers
Nails by Mara Loyola – show your love for your fave idols with these K-pop inspired press-on gel nails
Kitch PH – if you love to knit and sew, then you should try these modern cross stitch kits featuring K-Pop and K-Drama-related themes
Purple Army – Visayas-based fan shop that sells BTS-related apparel and mugs
Unique Paints by Numbers Kit PH – unleash your inner artist as you paint your own unique and original artworks
Subtle Stan PH – subtle fanart pieces that would be fit for any home
CASHWAVES – popular both with fans and celebs, CASHWAVES sells t-shirts featuring prints of K-pop idols and other celebrities
MUJO – Necklaces, bracelets, and other accessories
Just Nanen Stuff – Baguio city-based shop that sells temporary K-pop inspired tattoos
Natural Clothing PH – for something more unique, get your hands on these K-pop and K-drama hangers
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