Jennie, left, and Lisa of BLACKPINK recently reunited with the other BLACKPINK members to celebrate the group's eighth anniversary with fans. Captured from Jennie and Lisa's social media By KTimes The global music sensation BLACKPINK recently reunited as a complete group after an 11-month hiatus, capturing the attention of fans worldwide. Following the expiration of the members' exclusive contracts with YG Entertainment last year, the members each embarked on solo careers with their new agencies.
However, the group came together once again to celebrate their eighth anniversary with the release of a live concert film, drawing immense interest as they appeared as a full group for the first time in a long while. Given the scarcity of opportunities to see all the members together recently, the event, which was held on Aug. 9, drew a flood of fans eager to catch a glimpse of BLACKPINK.
The group expressed its heartfelt gratitude to its devoted fans, known as BLINKs, promising to stay together "for a hundred years and more," heightening anticipation for future group activities. Separately, on Aug. 8, the official date of the group's eighth anniversary, BLACKPINK surprised its fans with a special event.
It invited 88 lucky fans, selected through the group's official fan community platform, to a private fan meeting. Although the event was closed to the public, glimpses of the members leaving the venue were captured by fans, and the members themselves shared photos from the event on their social media, offering fans a peek into the special day. Jennie, left, and Lisa at their eighth debut anniversary fan meeting event / Captured from Jennie and Lisa's social media Distinctive and glamorous styles Among the members, Jennie and Lisa particularly stood out with their distinctive and glamorous styles.
Both members showcased items from the brands they represent as global ambassadors, reinforcing their status as fashion icons. Jennie donned a pink top from the 2024/25 fall-winter ready-to-wear collection by a prominent fashion house, paired with straight-fit denim pants from an American designer brand. She completed the look with satin slingback heels from a fast fashion brand, priced at around 60,000 won.
Jennie's simple yet chic outfit was elevated by her choice of jewelry. She wore rings and a bracelet from a luxury jeweler, with two rings priced at 6 million won and 4 million won, respectively, and an impressive 20 million won bracelet. Lisa's luxurious flair was equally noteworthy.
She opted for a mini dress by a luxury fashion brand based in Shanghai, highlighting her feminine charm. From left, Rose, Jennie, Jisoo and Lisa of BLACKPINK react after being presented with a cake at an event to promote their film 'Born Pink' marking the group's eighth anniversary, in Seoul on Aug. 9.
AFP-Yonhap The dress, part of the brand's 2024 fall ready-to-wear collection, featured a mini bolero-like design and intricate gold sequin details. Lisa matched the dress with gold Mary Jane pumps from a French shoe brand, creating a look that was both subtle and striking. To complete her luxury look, Lisa accessorized with jewelry from the brand she represents as an ambassador.
She wore gold earrings and a necklace, both priced at 7 million won, along with a unique wraparound wristwatch, also valued at 20 million won. Her choice of high-end accessories once again underscored her status as a top fashion icon. These outfits not only showcased Jennie and Lisa's individual styles but also highlighted the group's influence as trendsetters in the fashion world.
Members of BLACKPINK blow out candles on their 8th-anniversary cake in an event at Times Square in Yeongdeungpo District, Seoul, Aug. 9. Yonhap This article from the Hankook Ilbo, sister publication of The Korea Times, is translated by generative AI and edited by staff of The Korea Times.
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