Written by Joyce Chua
2016 is arguably the year of K-drama revival thanks to mega hits like Descendants of the Sun, Goblin, Moon Lovers, The Legend of the Blue Sea, and many others. With The Legend of the Blue Sea still cruising towards its heart-stopping climax, we’re not sure whether to focus on the story-line or Jun Ji Hyun’s various drool-worthy outfits!
Jun Ji Hyun has been the talk of the town ever since her role in 2015’s romantic-comedy You Who Came From the Stars, where she played an A-List celebrity down on her luck who falls in love with an alien. Having secured her role as fashionista leading lady, it’s no surprise that her looks in The Legend of the Blue Sea are stealing the show too.
In the drama, Jun plays a mermaid who falls in love with a human con artist (played by Lee Min Ho). The backdrop is always fresh and aquatic, much like Jun’s general visual in the show.
Here are a few of our favourite looks:
1. Pretty in Pink
Dolce & Gabbana had fun with fruit and floral prints last year, and it seems this trend is still going strong. A flouncy off-the-shoulder dress is a feminine, flirty look befitting of a mermaid. And what better way to complete the look than with a matching berry pout?
Product Recommendation:
2. Sparkly Sequins
Another piece from Dolce & Gabbana’s Fall 2016 collection. Doesn’t this sequin shift dress remind you of a mermaid’s iridescent scales? Make a sequin dress work for day by pairing it with flats and toning down the glitter with neutrals.
Product Recommendation:
3. Classic Oxfords
You can’t go wrong with an Oxford shirt. Feminine and polished, this is one classic that is always effortlessly stylish. Add a delicate pendant necklace for an extra ladylike touch.
Product Recommendation:
4. Midi Like a Lady
This floral midi dress from Valentino costs upwards of 8K, but Jun looks like an absolute dream in it. Paired with a red leather bucket purse and black blazer, this look is perfect for an evening out with your beau.
5. Brights
Now there’s a spot of sunshine. A canary-yellow coat and a matching glittery top and mini skirt will have heads turning as you step out onto the streets. With spring rolling around the corner, this is one look you can start prepping your wardrobe with!
Product Recommendation:
6. Athleisure Workwear
Who knew this genius combination of a sports jacket and pencil skirt would work out so well? This million-dollar look — paired with Jun’s million-dollar smile — will make all the mommies in the yard green with envy. (Psst, that actually happened in the movie!)
Product Recommendation:
What are some of your favourite looks from Jun Ji-Hyun in The Legend of the Blue Sea?