Want Korean-Inspired Portraits Like Belle Mariano? Here's a List of Photo Studios to Check Out

Channel your K-drama main character energy and visit these photo studios, including the exact one Belle went to!

Published on Apr 30, 2025

Belle Mariano took to Instagram to look back on her most recent fond memories in South Korea, where she explored the country and spent quality time with her family. The 22-year-old actress has been blessing our feeds with aesthetically pleasing photographs from her trip. Breathtaking views and mouthwatering food? Stylish OOTDs and adorable group pictures? Belle has ticked all the boxes.

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PHOTOS: Instagram/belle_mariano

She also recently shared portraits of herself that were professionally taken in the Hallyu country. Happily, she wrote, “I’ve been seeing this makeup and photoshoot trend and I just had to try it.” And we’re sure glad she did!

Belle looked ethereal, with a soft glow shining on her and from within her. She posed in a cozy knitted sweater with one side hanging off her shoulder, and accessorized only with a pair of dangling earrings. She topped it off with loose waves and naturally delicate makeup that made her look nothing short of a K-drama leading lady.

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PHOTOS: Instagram/belle_mariano

Concept Photo Studios in South Korea

If you’re heading to South Korea soon, take this as your sign to immortalize your trip with a special photoshoot! Explore these foreigner-friendly photo studios and check out their respective pages to book your slot.

Octobee Studio

Starting off with the exact studio Belle got her portraits taken! The skills of Octobee Studio’s photographers go beyond being behind the camera; they’re kind enough to guide your poses and expressions too. The studio also offers free outfit rentals to bring more ease to your photoshoot process. While hair and makeup services are not included in their packages, the studio is equipped with a powder room with the beauty tools you might need—from hair dryers and curling irons to hair ties and mists.

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PHOTOS: Instagram/octobee_film

Octobee Studio is located at B1, 31-8, Gangnam-daero 156-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul.

Seorae Studio

There’s no need to worry about booking a hair and makeup artist—all packages from Seorae Studio include your very own dream team already. Whether you want to take a minimalist approach with a white background or play around with colored ones, the layouts come with atmospheric lighting that can bring out your special aura. Seorae Studio puts importance on highlighting individuality, making each subject stand out.

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PHOTOS: Instagram/seoraestudio

Seorae Studio is located at 23 Seocho-daero 34-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul.

Rednow Studio

From passport photos, profile pictures, and portraits in traditional Hanbok, Rednow Studio offers it all. There are basic and premium packages, with the latter including themed rooms, complimentary dress rental, and professional Korean-style makeup. These can also be purchased separately as add-ons if you’d like the basic one instead. For Rednow Studio, these photo shoots are more than just pictures—they’re experiences.

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PHOTOS: Instagram/rednow.studio

Concept Photo Studios in the Philippines

Want to jump in on the trend without the need to fly? Here are photo studios in Manila where you can get your portraits taken and feel like a K-drama main character.

Schild Studios

Known to be the Philippines’ first all-in professional portrait studio, Schild Studios is one of the go-to places for themed shoots. The Profile Project is what you should opt for if you’re looking to have a solo portrait session, whether it’s to celebrate milestones or to simply try something new. There’s no need to worry about booking a photographer, a creative director, and a hair and makeup artist. Schild Studios offers these services too in their many packages available, which start at P6950.

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PHOTOS: Instagram/schildstudios

Schild Studios is located at 2F, Ace Hotel & Suites, Kapitolyo, Pasig.

Cielo Studio

Cielo Studio takes pride in three signature concepts: Warm Bloom, Forest, and Flower Rainfall. You can look like a princess among blossoms, a fairy of the gardens, or a medium of flower power. With a knack for details, Cielo Studio’s bundles include gowns, photography and direction, raw and edited photos, set design, and more. Invest in your unique moments and have them captured starting at P15,000.

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PHOTOS: Instagram/cielostudio_mnl

Cielo Studio is located at 3F, Unit 307, Universal Motors Corp., 2232 Chino Roces, Makati.

LEON Studios

Apart from the outfit styling, hair and makeup, and other essential elements of a photoshoot, LEON Studios knows just how to make you feel like a star—their packages include a 45-second behind-the-scenes reel. The length of your shoot depends on the bundle you’ll opt for, but it can range from three to five hours, with the basic cost anchoring from P9999. Within the period, you can take your time and have unlimited shots taken by their in-house photographer.

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PHOTOS: Instagram/leonstudios.ph

LEON Studios has two branches, with one located at 815 Banawe St., Quezon, and another at 9 F. Manalo, Taguig.

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