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| Jennie Ruby Jane poses for photographers upon arrival at 'The Idol' after party at the 76th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Tuesday, May 23, 2023. AP |
By Jung Han-byul
Checkerboard clothing is considered a classic staple in fashion, yet it can be trendy also. Even simple and seemingly dull designs seem to come alive with a checkered pattern. It's been a popular choice for several Korean stars, and has featured in dresses for women and suits for men.
It was a look sported by Jennie from BLACKPINK on the red carpet of the Cannes Film Festival, after being invited to the event for her role in the HBO series, "The Idol." Jennie recently shared photos and videos of herself on social media wearing a checkered vest, which she paired with a side-slit skirt to create a sophisticated look.
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| Kim Na-young's summer look / Captured from Kim Na-young's social media |
Kim Na-young is a well-known fashion icon in Korea and she was also seen wearing a checkered outfit in her recent YouTube video which talked about summer fashion tips. She wore a blouse and a checkered skirt, with Kim saying the latter gives off a schoolgirl feel.
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| Lee Da-hye in a checkered dress and a wide-brimmed straw hat / Captured from Lee Da-hye's social media |
If you're looking to get away this summer, why not take a few pointers from Lee Da-hye's cute travel look. Lee wore a checkered dress paired with a wide-brimmed straw hat and a crossbody bag in matching colors.
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| Hwang Chi-yeul in a checkered suit / Captured from Hwang Chi-yeul's social media |
Checkered suits are also a rising fashion item for this summer. Singer Hwang Chi-yeul wore one with a matching tie, adding an air of formality to the look while showcasing his unique fashion sense, and fan reactions have been overwhelmingly positive in the way he pulled off the combination.
Jung Han-byul (onestar101@hankookilbo.com) is a reporter at The Hankook Ilbo, a sister publication of The Korea Times. This article, previously published in The Hankook Ilbo, has been translated as part of a news-sharing program.
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