HALLYU DREAMS: A VESTI Styling Fantasy
by Jan Villalon
Disclaimer: None of the artists featured in this article is connected or endorses the VESTI brand. This is only a fantasy styling.
The Hallyu wave has been present in our country for the longest time and it’s only getting better and bigger. One of the most significant influences from this phenomenon would be their fashion and entertainment. Over the past few years, K-Dramas have made a much stronger impact as our pandemic lifestyle routines and choices sought to imitate their stylish looks.
Every celebrity has their own personality, aura, and style which manifests with their fashion sense. For instance, a quirky and fun individual would prefer colourful pieces and statement pieces to complement their aesthetics. On the other hand, there are those who prefer more classic and staple pieces that would go with their liking. Just like VESTI’s bags, there are different colours, silhouettes, and styles that exude a different vibe that would surely match each one’s personality.
Here are some of our top pick K-actors and K-actresses that would totally look stunning with a VESTI bag!
Jun Ji Hyun
Jun Ji-Hyun is one of the most loved and well-known celebrities in South Korea due to her impressive performances in her movies, dramas, and modelling events. Some of her globally known works are My Love From Another Star, Legend of the Blue Sea, My Sassy Girl, and more. She is known for her youthful and sophisticated image, visuals, and sense of style. Moreover, she enjoys dressing up casually as this fits her lifestyle the best. Her wardrobe consists of classic pieces in neutral colours and pieces that are bright and fun. With that, we paired her with VESTI’s ‘Amalia’ disco bag, a piece that captures both elegance and fun. Her classic black dress perfectly complements the neutral colours and sophisticated details of the bag. Not only does this piece balance out her look, but it also gives more character to her look because of its unique ball-like shape. This conversation-starter bag is wrapped in pineapple fibres with raised embroidery and beadwork finish. The ‘Amalia’ disco bag from the Liwayway Series is the perfect bag to get if you’re looking for a fun yet classy piece that would spice up your everyday look.
Lee Min Ho
Lee Min Ho is another admired and globally popular actor in South Korea who has captured the hearts of local and global fans as he is well-known for his charming looks, excellent skills in acting and chic sense of style. You may have seen his well-loved dramas such as The Heirs, Boys Over Flowers, Legend of the Blue Sea, and more. He is popular for his dapper style which truly matches his image and visuals. His style is a combination of street style and corporate powerhouse style which gives off a dynamic look. Lee Min Ho’s go-to colours are the classic neutrals and muted colours with straight and clean-cut silhouettes. With that, we paired him with the VESTI’s ‘Tyler’ duffle bag in black to match his deep navy blue polo and white straight pants. The top that he’s wearing has a subtle print that complements tha weaves of the ‘Tyler’ bag, while his plain white pants break off the unique subtle motifs of his look. Every element of this look goes well together as it matches harmoniously giving him an expensive and elevated look. The structure and unique weave used in this bag definitely screams sophisticated craftsmanship. This duffle bag from the Men’s Signature Collection of VESTI is the perfect companion bag for your trips or for anyone who has an on-the- go lifestyle as it can fit the essential and basic things you’ll need.
Suzy Bae
Suzy Bae, the well-loved actress, singer and model of the country has been dubbed as the “Nation’s First Love”. She is well known globally due to the first career she entered which was being a member of the famous group, Miss A. Moreover, as she started to venture into the field of acting, she has gotten more attention with her dramas such as Start Up, Uncontrollably Fond, Vagabond, and more. Not only is she talented with her singing and acting, she is also known for her laidback, glamorous and feminine style. Her style mainly consists of unique prints, neutral and fun colours with silhouettes that flatters her figure best. She enjoys looking simple yet elegant through comfortable pieces that match her image and aesthetic. In consideration of her style, we matched her with VESTI’s ‘Sheri’ babydoll mini tote, a unique and chic piece from the babydoll mini tote series. In this look, Suzy’s wearing a classy A-line floral skirt with a plain black turtle neck top that goes with the bag due to its distinctive print and silhouette. The ‘Sheri’ babydoll mini tote is the perfect size for her daily looks as it is the perfect size for an everyday bag to carry on. Get this mini tote bag from VESTI’s babydoll mini tote collection if you’re looking for a fun, unique and easy-to-bring bag.
Nam Joo Hyuk
Nam Joo Hyuk, another globally loved actor and model from the country. The tall, attractive and skillful model has been quite a favourite of international magazines as well. Besides this, he has also ventured into the acting industry wherein he gained much more popularity. Some
of his famous works are Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, Start Up, Twenty Five Twenty One, and more. Due to his nature of work, he is also inclined to fashion. He’s mostly seen in a high street-style “swag” type of clothing. His wardrobe consists of blacks, whites, and other deep shades of colour. He wears a lot of layered pieces of fitted, oversized and baggy clothing to keep himself stylish and warm during winter. However, during summer, he enjoys wearing simple yet chic outfits that are perfect for the hot weather. With his aesthetic and image, we paired him with VESTI’s ‘Hunter’ briefcase bag which is a timeless and functional piece from the Men’s Signature Collection. It’s the perfect size to put in important belongings for on-the-go men like Nam Joo Hyuk! The monochromatic look with this bag completes his look as it gives off a stylish and unique touch. The weave accent on the bag definitely upgrades an essential bag without overpowering the other elements of his look. The ‘Hunter’ briefcase bag is the perfect gift for your loved ones if they’re looking for quality and elevated pieces to use for their daily routine.
Song Hye Kyo
Song Hye Kyo is one of the country’s biggest stars known for her impeccable beauty and talent and style. You may know her from her well-loved dramas and movies all over the globe such as Descendants of the Sun, Full House, Autumn in My Heart, and more. She’s been in the spotlight for quite a long period of time already, hence why she has a better grasp on how to style herself, which silhouettes and colours suits her best. She is all about comfort in classic style which is why her wardrobe consists of timeless pieces in colours and silhouettes that never go out of trend. Moreover, the actress likes flattering pieces such as a cinched waist look which gives off the perfect glamour look. She enjoys neutral and fun colours for her pieces as well as accessorising with a bag. With that, we paired her with the VESTI’s Jetsetter 2.0 in black and white to match her aesthetic while still providing
functionality. Her white oversized polo shirt and denim shorts match perfectly with this bag as it consists of neutral hues with a pop of colours from the unique Yakan weave. It further elevates her simple yet chic look as it's a carefully crafted piece which makes her stand out. This is the perfect size for a daily bag wherein you can put all of your essentials in different compartments. It’s spacious, unique and it is made from quality materials that would withstand your busy daily routine. This bag matches her look and lifestyle well due to its simple yet elevated design and perfect size. The Jetsetter 2.0 collection showcases different colours, styles and weaves that would surely be an exquisite piece to get for yourself or for your loved ones who prioritise functionality and style.
