https://www.scmp.com/rss/506159/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com K-dramas are famous for their swoon-worthy love stories. But nothing quite says “I love you” like a sparkling wedding ring as the ultimate declaration of romance, right? From dazzling diamonds to unique designs, here are some of the best wedding rings from Korean celebrity couples over the years: 1. Gong Hyo-jin and Kevin Oh – Piaget Gong Hyo-jin, famous for her roles in romantic comedies such as It’s Okay, That’s Love and When the Camellia Blooms recently had her own romantic celebration,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3214741/5-dazzling-k-drama-couple-wedding-rings-lee-bo-young-and-ji-sungs-cartier-and-son-dam-bi-and-lee?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3214741/5-dazzling-k-drama-couple-wedding-rings-lee-bo-young-and-ji-sungs-cartier-and-son-dam-bi-and-lee?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 26 Mar 2023 03:00:16 +0000 Less than a year since its debut, South Korea’s NewJeans has already achieved major milestones, including topping the Melon Top 100 charts with its debut singles “Attention” and “Hypeboy” in the fastest time for a girl group. It’s no wonder NewJeans is making waves as one of the hottest fourth generation K-pop girl groups, with people certainly sitting up and paying “attention” to all five members. But what do we know about NewJeans’ eldest member and de facto leader Minji, who confidently sets... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3213441/newjeans-minji-next-human-chanel-new-brand-ambassador-alongside-blackpinks-jennie-also-danced-music?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3213441/newjeans-minji-next-human-chanel-new-brand-ambassador-alongside-blackpinks-jennie-also-danced-music?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 14 Mar 2023 04:27:53 +0000 It’s not just K-pop and K-drama stars raking in big bucks for their talent and landing lucrative sponsorship deals. Football has its own K-stars too – one of them being Son Heung-min, captain of the South Korean national team and star striker for Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur. He’s regarded as one of the best forwards in the world and most likely the highest-profile Asian football athlete in Europe: like other top players, his contracts and sponsorship deals certainly reflect his value.... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3204349/how-does-son-heung-min-make-and-spend-his-football-millions-captain-south-koreas-world-cup-team?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3204349/how-does-son-heung-min-make-and-spend-his-football-millions-captain-south-koreas-world-cup-team?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 23 Dec 2022 22:00:10 +0000 Gone are the days where celebrity watchers have to rely on paparazzi shots or official statements to keep up with their favourite stars’ personal lives. Today, K-pop and K-drama idols frequently offer glimpses into their days on social media, building an even closer relationship with their fans. Naturally, hallyu enthusiasts look forward to celebrating A-listers’ life milestones, from weddings … to new babies! In the world of K-showbiz, 2022 has turned out to be a busy year for new parents.... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3204226/10-k-pop-and-k-drama-stars-who-became-new-parents-2022-crash-landing-couple-son-ye-jin-and-hyun-bin?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3204226/10-k-pop-and-k-drama-stars-who-became-new-parents-2022-crash-landing-couple-son-ye-jin-and-hyun-bin?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 23 Dec 2022 04:00:13 +0000 G-Dragon, the BigBang legend with a reported net worth US$60 million, per Kpopstarz, is a collector of many things. From one-of-a-kind art pieces and quirky items for his luxury penthouse to a vast array of expensive cars, the King of K-pop always seems to be splurging on one stand-out item or another. In fact, GD has so many luxury vehicles in his collection, he was declared the K-pop idol with the most expensive car collection by Mnet’s TMI News. Read on to see his impressive list of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3203087/inside-g-dragons-next-level-luxury-car-collection-his-us600000-rolls-royce-ghost-and-graffiti?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3203087/inside-g-dragons-next-level-luxury-car-collection-his-us600000-rolls-royce-ghost-and-graffiti?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 13 Dec 2022 03:52:43 +0000 Many K-pop idols end up transitioning from singing to acting, using their talents for TV dramas and musicals too. While these fields are all extremely competitive to be successful in, Kim Se-jeong has proven herself in all of them through her successful solo career both as an idol and as an actor. Having starred in Business Proposal and the musical Red Book, her latest drama Today’s Webtoon is set to air in July. Here are five things to know about the 25-year-old rising star. She joined three... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3181739/meet-kim-se-jeong-todays-webtoon-star-k-drama-actress?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3181739/meet-kim-se-jeong-todays-webtoon-star-k-drama-actress?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Jun 2022 03:07:09 +0000 When we see popular Korean actors on screen, they might seem to be born to be stars. So the jobs that they had before their debuts might be surprising: they range from flight attendant to supermarket salesperson and even a cook. Perhaps these actors drew on this wide range of experience to realistically portray their characters? Read on to find out more about the interesting jobs these talented stars had before achieving success in showbiz. Kim Tae-ri: supermarket salesperson One thing is for... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3181607/5-k-drama-stars-odd-jobs-fame-kim-tae-ri-worked?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3181607/5-k-drama-stars-odd-jobs-fame-kim-tae-ri-worked?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 14 Jun 2022 05:22:14 +0000 Many K-drama queens are known for their enviable appearances – their flawless skin and youthful disposition show that they really know their stuff when it comes to beauty. Even some Korean actresses in their 40s never seem to age whenever they return to the screen. So how do they do it? We unveil some of the biggest K-beauty secrets from your favourite stars. Jun Ji-hyun loves to hike One of the top actresses in Korea, 40-year-old Jun Ji-hyun is very much admired for her figure and her glowing... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3180697/k-drama-queens-who-dont-look-day-over-25-jang-na-ra-jun?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3180697/k-drama-queens-who-dont-look-day-over-25-jang-na-ra-jun?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 07 Jun 2022 05:41:16 +0000 Blackpink’s Jennie makes headlines for pretty much everything – from what she wears and where she goes, to who she meets. This time, the popular lead vocalist has got the internet buzzing once again because of rumours that she is dating BTS’ V, after they were possibly spotted on a recent holiday on Jeju Island. But this isn’t the first time the K-pop icons have sparked rumours. And if the romance speculations are true, it prompts the question – what happened to Jendragon (Jennie and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3179069/are-blackpinks-jennie-and-bts-v-really-dating-jeju-island?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3179069/are-blackpinks-jennie-and-bts-v-really-dating-jeju-island?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 25 May 2022 05:15:17 +0000 Although the K in K-pop stands for “Korean”, K-pop idols actually hail from all over the world. One such star is Thai-born idol Minnie, who rocked the recent hit song Tomboy as (G)I-dle’s main vocalist. From being besties with Blackpink’s Lisa to being multilingual and even having a royal link in Thailand, there’s lots to learn about this multifaceted star. She comes from an affluent background Nicha Yontararak – better known by her stage name Minnie – originally hails from Thailand, and as... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3175636/what-know-about-gi-dles-minnie-thai-born-k-pop-idol-best?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3175636/what-know-about-gi-dles-minnie-thai-born-k-pop-idol-best?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 28 Apr 2022 04:04:16 +0000 Finally tapping into the girl band market, South Korean entertainment company Hybe will unveil its first female group this year. On April 13, the agency announced its anticipated album release date for one of the newbies on the roster, Lesserafim, which is set to debut on May 2. For most K-pop fans, Hybe is usually looked upon as a successful boy band agency, producing popular groups like BTS, TXT and Enhypen. But Hybe is aiming for another title this year with its girl group projects set to... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3174111/female-bts-meet-hybes-first-k-pop-girl-band-lesserafim?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3174111/female-bts-meet-hybes-first-k-pop-girl-band-lesserafim?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 13 Apr 2022 07:35:04 +0000 K-pop is a global phenomenon, and some fans will sure go above and beyond to show their adoration for their favourite stars. Whether you’re a K-pop fan or not, you probably know that when it comes to an idol’s special day, fans can go crazy to wish them a happy birthday. From buying advertisement boards and gifts, to floods of social media messages, a K-pop star’s birthday rarely goes unnoticed. And in return, some of the celebrities also show their love back to their fans. How did BTS’ Suga get... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3169784/happy-suga-day-bts-stars-most-outrageous-birthday-gifts?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3169784/happy-suga-day-bts-stars-most-outrageous-birthday-gifts?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 09 Mar 2022 04:35:01 +0000 If you’re a K-drama fan, you’ve probably swooned over the heart-fluttering romantic moments in your favourite shows. But Korean actresses often live out their own versions of these scenes in real life, with glamorous weddings and even lavish proposals from their wealthy beaus. Meet five Korean actresses who made headlines when they tied the knot with some of the country’s richest men. 1. Jun Ji-hyun In 2012, one of Korea’s all-time favourite actresses and CF queen Jun Ji-hyun married Choi... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3168347/5-k-drama-actresses-who-married-ultra-rich-husbands-jun?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3168347/5-k-drama-actresses-who-married-ultra-rich-husbands-jun?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 25 Feb 2022 04:47:21 +0000 It’s finally happening: K-drama’s favourite couple, Son Ye-Jin and Hyun Bin, announced on February 10 that they are getting married next month after two years of dating! The couple has been rumoured to be in a relationship since March 2020 and confirmed the speculations in January 2021. Since they co-starred in the hit drama Crash Landing on You, many people are excited to see their favourite stars finally tie the knot. Here’s everything we know about the upcoming nuptials and their relationship... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3166658/inside-son-ye-jin-and-hyun-bins-wedding-joy-crash?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3166658/inside-son-ye-jin-and-hyun-bins-wedding-joy-crash?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Feb 2022 05:40:16 +0000 Many K-pop idols come from different walks of life – from entering the industry as child actors or former models, to being scouted on the streets and even performing as backup dancers for other famous names. Here, we take a look at the K-pop idols who danced out of the spotlight before becoming superstars in their own right … 1. BTS members Jungkook, J-Hope, Jimin, Jin, V and Suga BTS members, who’ve broken records on Billboard charts, once danced for other senior artists under their agency. In... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3163209/10-k-pop-idols-who-were-once-back-dancers-bts-members?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3163209/10-k-pop-idols-who-were-once-back-dancers-bts-members?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 13 Jan 2022 05:02:46 +0000 JYP Entertainment is well-known for being the masterminds that put together successful K-pop girl groups like Twice, Wonder Girls, Miss A and Itzy. Now, almost three years since Itzy made its debut, JYP is about to launch what just might be “your next favourite girl group”, as the agency’s slogan for the band suggests. Since August 2021, the entertainment company has been uploading teaser videos revealing the new group’s seven members. Here’s everything to know about JYP’s new girl group,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3162473/new-twice-what-you-need-know-about-jypn-jyps-new-k-pop?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3162473/new-twice-what-you-need-know-about-jypn-jyps-new-k-pop?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 07 Jan 2022 03:24:11 +0000 We all love our friends, but K-pop idols often go the extra mile to shower their pals with lavish gifts on their birthdays or other milestone events. Many South Korean stars form strong bonds as trainees, often starting from zero and rising to superstardom together. From G-Dragon to Blackpink’s Jennie, these wealthy celebrities went all out on gifts, buying iPhones, Gucci rings and limited edition trainers. Here, we take a close look at how K-pop stars splurge on their besties … 1. Blackpink’s... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3162287/5-k-pop-idols-who-splurged-their-friends-blackpinks?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3162287/5-k-pop-idols-who-splurged-their-friends-blackpinks?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Jan 2022 03:00:19 +0000 Pets are said to be people’s best friends, and many pet owners have strong feelings for their furry friends. Many Korean celebs like to splurge on luxurious gifts for their pets, and some get praised for setting a good example by adopting abandoned dogs. On the other hand, some have faced controversies over their pets – as popular and influential as they are. Here are just a few times K-pop idols sparked online debates over their fluffy companions. Blackpink’s Lisa was accused of being an... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3159164/5-k-pop-idol-pet-scandals-blackpinks-lisa-accused-animal?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3159164/5-k-pop-idol-pet-scandals-blackpinks-lisa-accused-animal?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 10 Dec 2021 04:53:13 +0000 It takes more than a single pop star to put on a truly epic performance. More often than not, our favourite K-pop idols rely on backup dancers who make their shows stand out with stunning choreography. More recently, the success of Korean dance competition reality show Street Woman Fighter has brought some much deserved attention to the backup dancers of K-pop. We took a look at the dancers who might be on the way to becoming idols themselves – getting featured in their own commercials, showing... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/k-pop/article/3158295/5-k-pop-backup-dancers-stealing-show-blackpinks-jennie?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/k-pop/article/3158295/5-k-pop-backup-dancers-stealing-show-blackpinks-jennie?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Dec 2021 05:50:25 +0000 K-pop superstars come from all walks of life: some underwent K-idol training boot camps, while others broke into the industry purely by chance. But did you know celebrities like Astro’s Moonbin and StayC’s Si-eun actually started their careers as child actors? Here, we take a closer look at the stars who ended up turning their early K-drama fame into K-pop stardom … Why were these K-pop and K-drama stars exempted from military service? Wanna One’s Park Ji-Hoon Before his debut with Wanna One... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3154955/5-k-pop-idols-who-started-out-child-actors-astros-moonbin?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3154955/5-k-pop-idols-who-started-out-child-actors-astros-moonbin?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 05 Nov 2021 04:39:35 +0000 In Korea, national military service is mandatory. Although there are occasionally special exemptions, most of the male population can’t avoid it – not even celebrities. Popular Netflix series D.P. and the hit K-drama Descendants of the Sun might give us a peek into the Korean military, but what is it like in real life? Here’s a closer look at a few interesting incidents that took place when these K-pop and K-drama stars served in the military. Meet Ahn Bo-hyun, star of My Name and Yumi’s... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3154667/what-were-these-korean-stars-during-military-service-song?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3154667/what-were-these-korean-stars-during-military-service-song?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Nov 2021 04:51:15 +0000 We all know that music artists make bank from concert tours and endorsement deals … but the savviest stars make millions from endeavours that have nothing to do with their careers in showbiz. Property investing is a popular choice, of course, while others decide to start their own companies. So which K-pop idols are expanding their riches in the business world? Who has a fashion line, and who decided to open a restaurant? Read on to find out … Why is Blackpink’s Lisa still being ‘mistreated’ by... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3152837/k-pop-entrepreneurs-5-idols-who-founded-successful?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3152837/k-pop-entrepreneurs-5-idols-who-founded-successful?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 19 Oct 2021 05:01:33 +0000 Although the K in K-pop clearly stands for Korean, the industry isn’t shy when it comes to drawing from global talent – most notably, Blackpink’s Lisa hails from Thailand while NCT’s Mark Lee is Canadian. Closer to home, there are also many Chinese K-pop idols in various famous groups, with naturally interesting casting stories to tell. So let’s take a look at five currently active K-pop stars from China, who they were before hitting the big time – and how they got where they are today. 4... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3146583/5-k-pop-idols-china-exos-lay-and-aespas-ningning-gi-dles?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3146583/5-k-pop-idols-china-exos-lay-and-aespas-ningning-gi-dles?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Aug 2021 04:13:03 +0000 K-pop idols regularly wow their fans with stellar performances on the seemingly endless list of Korean music shows, but have you ever wondered about what doesn’t make it on screen? Celebrities in South Korea are subjected to high moral standards after all, and that goes for their song lyrics and how they appear on the air too. Here are five behind-the-scenes broadcast rules that Korean music artists must abide by that you probably didn’t know about … Would-be Olympians? 5 Korean stars who... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3144761/5-weird-k-pop-tv-rules-why-bts-member-jungkook-hides-his?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3144761/5-weird-k-pop-tv-rules-why-bts-member-jungkook-hides-his?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Aug 2021 04:15:10 +0000 Plenty of Western celebrities have shown their love for K-pop, from Cruella’s Emma Stone to F9’s John Cena. Now we have two more names to add to the list: Grimes and Elon Musk. The hottest news that’s lighting up K-pop headlines recently? Grimes posted photos of herself with Blackpink’s Jennie in front of a SpaceX rocket. Fans might have been excited and confused by the seemingly random encounter, but it’s actually not that surprising: Grimes’ love of K-pop goes way back, with even her boyfriend... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3143660/blackpink-and-grimes-collaboration-jennie-posted?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3143660/blackpink-and-grimes-collaboration-jennie-posted?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 04 Aug 2021 04:00:28 +0000 Becoming a huge K-pop idol doesn’t happen in a day – it takes years of training and thousands of hours of practice. Even record-breaking bands like BTS speak of their harsh trainee days when they were squeezed together into a tiny shared flat, a far cry from the enormous and lavish homes they now live in. Today we look back at some bitter, old memories that idols can now recall with a laugh. Is K-pop’s ‘dormitory culture’ healthy for idols? RM used to share a room with nine other trainees In a... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3141273/how-bts-blackpink-twice-and-more-k-pop-idols-struggled?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3141273/how-bts-blackpink-twice-and-more-k-pop-idols-struggled?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 16 Jul 2021 04:00:17 +0000 BTS has done it again: its new song Butter has grabbed No 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for six consecutive weeks, a record for the group. The song’s success was a great way to celebrate their eighth anniversary last month. During that time, they have become fabulously wealthy, buying lavish properties and splurging on fancy gifts for loved ones. As media reports suggest that BTS will return with a new album on July 9, let’s take a look at their net worth, and at their personal projects and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3140279/bts-members-net-worths-ranked-k-pop-supergroup-worth-us50?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3140279/bts-members-net-worths-ranked-k-pop-supergroup-worth-us50?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 08 Jul 2021 04:50:14 +0000 Soon after BTS RM and Jimin’s new flat splurge, the internet was agog again when the news broke that actress and singer-songwriter IU dropped US$11.7 million on a luxurious flat. She successfully released her album Lilac earlier this year, marking the end of her twenties and welcoming a new chapter in her life, and she will soon be able to do so from a new home. Read on for a look at the Eterno Cheongdam development that is set to become Korea’s most expensive property. Boycotts, hashtags,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3137770/k-pop-property-inside-ius-lavish-new-us117-million?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3137770/k-pop-property-inside-ius-lavish-new-us117-million?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 20 Jun 2021 01:00:00 +0000 The Bangtan Boys have come a long way since their early days of sleeping in bunk beds and sharing a single, cramped room together. The K-pop supergroup recently made headlines once again when RM and Jimin bought apartments in one of the most lavish complexes in Korea. Who knows, perhaps the song Moving On with the lyrics “let’s move, now to a higher place” is actually about buying hot new property? So what other luxurious real estate have BTS’ members treated themselves to over the years? How... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3137315/bts-members-luxury-homes-rm-and-jimin-just-dropped-us11?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3137315/bts-members-luxury-homes-rm-and-jimin-just-dropped-us11?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Jun 2021 05:08:06 +0000 Summer is just around the corner – a time when many are looking for a glow-up fitness routine. As K-pop idols constantly have to stay in shape to look good for their frequent TV and stage appearances, we turned to none other than Blackpink to seek inspiration for staying fit and looking good 24/7. From healthier diet plans to their love of Pilates, here we gather the band’s ways of attaining those summer body goals. Which brands are Korean style icons Song Hye-kyo, Blackpink and Itzy... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3136640/what-are-blackpinks-fitness-and-diet-routines-jennie-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3136640/what-are-blackpinks-fitness-and-diet-routines-jennie-and?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 10 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000 For many watch collectors, what’s often inside matter the most. This year especially, luxury watch brands have put forward some awe-inducing timepieces, shining light onto what’s often hidden behind the scene. Moreover, skilled watchmakers show their true confidence by embracing skeleton designs that put complications on full display. From Hermès’ playful way of showing the artistic complication through its horse-motif cut-out, and Piaget’s gleaming diamond settings inside and out to the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3136099/5-luxury-mens-watches-rock-boss-hermes-cartier-wearing-these?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3136099/5-luxury-mens-watches-rock-boss-hermes-cartier-wearing-these?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 05 Jun 2021 02:00:13 +0000 Since the pandemic began – and especially since the passing of Prince Philip – Queen Elizabeth has rarely been seen in public. But Prince William and Kate Middleton, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, continue to make appearances, with Kate’s impeccable style offering inspiration for some truly head-turning dazzle. For anyone who wishes to be as radiant as the duchess, STYLE has hand-picked some exquisite jewellery pieces with positive, harmonious energy, from Cartier’s Hemis necklace to... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3135762/dazzle-kate-middleton-these-5-jewellery-pieces-cartier-graff?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3135762/dazzle-kate-middleton-these-5-jewellery-pieces-cartier-graff?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 02 Jun 2021 08:48:02 +0000 How the rich and famous spend their cash is a source of endless fascination, and it’s no different with K-pop stars. Raking in millions from their music careers and brand deals, idols can definitely afford to splurge on luxury – so what do they collect, and just how much are their collections worth? IU, Hyeri and Chungha all paid off their families’ debts BTS’ RM: art figurines As skilled as he is at creating art through his music, BTS’ RM is also a noted art collector himself. His admirable... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3135162/k-pop-idols-biggest-brand-crushes-bts-member-rm-hoards?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3135162/k-pop-idols-biggest-brand-crushes-bts-member-rm-hoards?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 28 May 2021 04:20:21 +0000 Plenty of Korean celebrities splurge on fancy homes, but some are better known for smart property investments than others. The undisputed champions of real estate seem to be Rain and Kim Tae-hee though. According to The Korea Times, Kim made a cool US$6.37 million when she sold a building in Gangnam in March. And that wasn’t the first time the pair made headlines for their successful property moves either. So which properties do the couple own, and how much are they making from their... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3134598/kim-tae-hee-and-rain-are-richest-korean-celebrities-real?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3134598/kim-tae-hee-and-rain-are-richest-korean-celebrities-real?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 24 May 2021 05:10:24 +0000 Dating in the world of K-pop is a sensitive topic, and agencies usually impose strict no dating rules on their stars, such as JYP’s famous “no dating until three years after the debut” rule. But some idols seem to have found a way around the restrictions. Here’s how they managed to date in secret. BinJin to Song-song: 5 Korean celebrity couples who denied dating at first Using match makers Usually surrounded by cameras, it’s not easy for idols to get to know the person they like outside their... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3133730/k-pop-dating-tips-how-do-idols-hook-secret-girls?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3133730/k-pop-dating-tips-how-do-idols-hook-secret-girls?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 17 May 2021 03:47:51 +0000 It’s been an unprecedented award season, staged and streamed online, but at least we got to see the looks of celebrities strutting the red carpet, showing that the glamour of Hollywood never fades. What also never fades is the everlasting charm of jewels. This season, we especially saw statement stones appear as beautiful droplets, as seen in Beyoncé’s one-of-a-kind Schiaparelli earrings, worn to this year’s Grammys, and Dua Lipa’s Chopard earrings at the 29th annual Elton John Aids Foundation... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3133643/awards-season-saw-beyonce-and-dua-lipa-dripping-gems-you-can?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3133643/awards-season-saw-beyonce-and-dua-lipa-dripping-gems-you-can?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 16 May 2021 04:00:15 +0000 Although many people might envy her for being the older sister of certifiable OG K-pop genius G-Dragon, Dami Kwon is well worthy of admiration in her own right. For one, you might say that style sense runs in the family (GD, of course, is a long-time Chanel ambassador). So from launching her own successful fashion brand to making a runway collection debut in Paris, here are a few things you might want to know about the 38-year-old entrepreneur. 5 jealous K-drama celebrity couples She founded a... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/k-pop/artists-celebrities/article/3133480/who-g-dragons-doting-sister-fashion-guru?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/k-pop/artists-celebrities/article/3133480/who-g-dragons-doting-sister-fashion-guru?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 14 May 2021 07:56:40 +0000 In a mosaic, simple coloured pieces are arranged together to create more complicated works of art – and high jewellery pieces sometimes use the same effect too, only with carefully crafted gemstones. Such wearable art has been seen on many stars – even on Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, at the 71st Bafta (British Academy of Film and Television Arts) awards in 2018, when she wore an alluring baguette-cut emerald necklace and earrings said to be a private gift. As the duchess just celebrated... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3132283/channel-kate-middleton-2018-bafta-awards-artful-high?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3132283/channel-kate-middleton-2018-bafta-awards-artful-high?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 05 May 2021 03:00:53 +0000 We all have our part to play in combating the pandemic, and naturally celebrities are under added pressure to play by the rules. In South Korea especially, K-pop idols are expected to uphold strong moral values, and are often under extra scrutiny when it comes to what they upload to Instagram and social media. Blackpink’s Jennie is perhaps the most high-profile celebrity to have been called out, recently accused of breaking social distancing rules. Let’s take a closer look at the evidence and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3131412/did-blackpinks-jennie-violate-social-distancing-rules-bts?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3131412/did-blackpinks-jennie-violate-social-distancing-rules-bts?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 28 Apr 2021 07:37:11 +0000 Right on cue, we’re seeing the bloom of spring flowers seep into the artistry of our favourite watch designs; and what better way to celebrate the beauty of our planet’s flora and fauna than with intricately hand-painted Hermès hummingbird dials or Chanel’s stunning Camélia Baroque watch? Check out these plus three more watches taking inspiration from nature this season. How high jewellery made Hollywood sparkle Chanel Bearing the fashion house’s classic flower motif, the Camélia Baroque watch... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3130963/5-stunning-nature-inspired-watches-spring-luxury-brands?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3130963/5-stunning-nature-inspired-watches-spring-luxury-brands?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 25 Apr 2021 00:00:09 +0000 Seo Ye-ji and Kim Jung-hyun made headlines recently when a scandal broke over Seo supposedly “controlling” her then boyfriend while he was acting in the K-drama Time. The Korean entertainment website Dispatch revealed changes to the series’ script as well as leaked texts between the couple, where Seo allegedly pressured Kim into declining to film physically intimate scenes with his co-star, Girls’ Generation’s Seohyun. But Seo isn’t the only actor who’s had to deal with her partner getting... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3130662/5-jealous-k-drama-celebrity-couples-seo-ye-ji-sent?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3130662/5-jealous-k-drama-celebrity-couples-seo-ye-ji-sent?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 23 Apr 2021 00:00:13 +0000 Luxury watches are crafted with precision, for excellence and endurance, and backed by many years of tradition. These are some of the reasons timepieces have remained so cherished over the years, so collectable across generations, immune to fickle passing trends. In Hollywood, one such avid watch collector is Brad Pitt, part of Breitling’s “squad” of celebrity ambassadors and occasionally seen wearing Breitling’s Premier B01 Chronograph 42 Norton Edition, a collaboration with the British... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3130379/5-ultra-coveted-luxury-swiss-watches-collectors-brad-pitt?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3130379/5-ultra-coveted-luxury-swiss-watches-collectors-brad-pitt?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 21 Apr 2021 02:19:36 +0000 It’s hard to pin Jessica Jung to one profession since she’s clearly a very multi-talented woman: founder and creative director of fashion line Blanc & Eclare, New York Times bestselling author of novel Shine, and a vocalist and songwriter who’s best known for being part of K-pop group Girls’ Generation. Oh, and for starring as Elle Woods in the theatre production of Legally Blonde. It’s perhaps no surprise then that she found herself on the “Forbes 30 Under 30” list in 2017 and her business has... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3129843/how-k-pops-jessica-jung-spends-her-millions-cartier?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3129843/how-k-pops-jessica-jung-spends-her-millions-cartier?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 16 Apr 2021 08:26:31 +0000 This season’s virtual award ceremonies were certainly unprecedented, but one thing that didn’t change is the dazzling red carpet style of the stars, undiminished by the lack of a live audience or the need for masks. We saw Anya Taylor-Joy, star of Netflix hit The Queen’s Gambit, rocking a Tiffany & Co. diamond necklace and earring sets at both the 2021 Golden Globes and the SAG (Screen Actors Guild) Awards – she picked up a best actress in a mini-series at both. Meanwhile South African comedian... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3129306/trevor-noah-and-anya-taylor-joy-both-rocked-tiffany-co-get?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3129306/trevor-noah-and-anya-taylor-joy-both-rocked-tiffany-co-get?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 13 Apr 2021 04:07:15 +0000 Like K-pop’s very own Santa Claus, IU is famous for showering gifts on her fans, friends, family and people in need. But when fans tried to do the same in return, she urged them not to, once posting on her fan club website “let me feel the joy of buying things that I want for myself”. With an estimated net worth of US$28 million, IU has plenty to spend and though she doesn’t often flaunt her wealth, when she does, she goes all in. From her collection of fancy microphones to her lavish flat, we... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/k-pop/artists-celebrities/article/3128720/k-pop-iu-idol-splurges-gucci-luxury?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/k-pop/artists-celebrities/article/3128720/k-pop-iu-idol-splurges-gucci-luxury?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 08 Apr 2021 04:44:30 +0000 As K-pop enjoys an increasingly global audience, fans have been treated to more and more collaborations between Korean idols and international pop stars – from BTS and Nicki Minaj’s song Idol, to Blackpink’s collab with Lady Gaga on Sour Candy, and Red Velvet and John Legend’s Written in the Stars. So who else can we expect to collaborate in the future? And can we look to our favourite K-pop stars’ own idol crushes for clues? It turns out everyone from Blackpink’s Lisa to IU has been showing... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3127908/dream-k-pop-collabs-blackpink-x-lady-gaga-and-bts-feat?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3127908/dream-k-pop-collabs-blackpink-x-lady-gaga-and-bts-feat?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 01 Apr 2021 05:07:33 +0000 Get decorative with gorgeous timepieces that boast glamour and functionality in one. The watches of the season flash artistic flair by getting playful with the bezel and incorporating precious stones, uplifting the entire aesthetic mood. Harry Winston’s Kaleidoscope high jewellery watch dazzles with a range of colourful diamonds set in the centre, while Richard Mille’s Paloma ornately arranges a mix of sapphires and diamonds. Here are five OTT high jewellery watches that’ll add bling to any... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3127785/5-ott-colour-pop-high-jewellery-watches-spring-bulgaris?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3127785/5-ott-colour-pop-high-jewellery-watches-spring-bulgaris?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 31 Mar 2021 08:57:07 +0000 Green: it’s the colour of renewal, hope, strength and even peace. Princess Diana had a way of showing her quiet confidence and grace with green jewellery pieces – especially the art deco emerald choker she received as a wedding gift from the queen, which she was seen sporting on multiple occasions at charity concerts and banquets. The world’s most notable high jewellery brands have also ushered green back into their collections in recent seasons, from Graff’s emerald bracelet and Cartier’s... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3127555/5-green-high-jewellery-pieces-recalling-princess-dianas?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3127555/5-green-high-jewellery-pieces-recalling-princess-dianas?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 30 Mar 2021 03:00:15 +0000 When you see actors in K-dramas and K-movies completely immersed in their roles, it might be difficult to picture them off screen, or even before their rise to fame. Yet before they made names for themselves, many Korean celebrities went to prestigious universities, majoring in subjects completely irrelevant to acting. Here are five K-stars with impressive degrees, as well as stories from their lives on campus. Who were the best and worst dressed at the Grammys? Song Joong-ki: business... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3126541/what-were-these-k-drama-actors-university-netflixs-space?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3126541/what-were-these-k-drama-actors-university-netflixs-space?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 23 Mar 2021 03:43:27 +0000 While YG Entertainment does not confirm or deny that G-Dragon and Jennie are dating, we cannot deny that they both look good in everything they wear. And as they are both K-pop fashion leaders and Chanel ambassadors, that includes seeing them from time-to-time in the same outfit or accessories. Today we look at five times they wore the same pieces and wonder what message, if any, we should take from their matching fashion choices. 4 reasons G-Dragon and Blackpink’s Jennie make the perfect... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3124798/5-times-blackpinks-jennie-and-g-dragon-wore-same-clothes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3124798/5-times-blackpinks-jennie-and-g-dragon-wore-same-clothes?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 10 Mar 2021 04:37:39 +0000