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"They say she is the model closest to Nami's figure..." From a 28-year veteran top model's jacket look to oversized suit looks

"They say she is the model closest to Nami's figure.

AGEN Desk

Seoul · 8 min read

I have compiled a collection of looks from the Instagram of model Han Hye-jin, who has already reached her 28th year in the industry after making her debut at the Seoul International Fashion Collection in 1999 and moving on to the New York stage, featuring everything from tweed jacket looks to check jacket travel looks, hiking looks, pink shirt dress looks, knit cardigan school looks, sporty daily looks, beach athleisure looks, and oversized suit looks.

As I flipped through the photos, I felt that no matter what the models wore—from hiking clothes to high heels—their distinctive lines and postures really elevated the atmosphere of the outfits.

▶ Key Summary

Han Hye-jin reveals her recent whereabouts, ranging from a black tweed jacket look, a check jacket travel look, an all-black hiking look, a pink shirt dress look, a knit cardigan school look, a sporty daily look, a beach athleisure look, to a taupe oversized suit look.

It is said that she debuted at the Seoul International Fashion Collection in 1999 and moved to New York in 2006, where she was active on the international stage for about three years.

Recently, she has also been stepping up to mentor younger generations, such as by releasing a special lecture video on senior model walking on her YouTube channel, 'Han Hye-jin'.

The first thing that catches the eye is a selfie taken in the elevator hall mirror surrounded by classic gold molding.

It was an all-black look with a black tweed jacket paired with black mini bottoms.

I spent the longest time looking at the black chain-strap bag on the shoulder in this outfit; the chain with ring embellishments complemented the tweed jacket, completing a chic yet elegant look.

The sight of her letting her long straight hair down and taking a mirror selfie looked like a scene right before going out.

It is difficult to confirm the exact brand of the jacket and bag.

The following is a photo taken in a wide grassy square surrounded by European-style buildings.

It was a look consisting of a black checkered jacket paired with black wide-leg pants, finished off with white sneakers.

I spent the longest time looking at the checkered long umbrella in my hand in this outfit; under the cloudy sky, it matched the pattern with the jacket, completing a classic yet stylish look.

The sight of her turning her head while wearing a crossbody bag and holding an umbrella looked like a scene from a rainy travel destination.

It is difficult to confirm the exact brand of the jacket and umbrella.

This time, it is a photo taken at the mountain summit where the 'Sinsandae Summit 726m' marker stone is erected.

It was an all-black hiking look consisting of a black short-sleeved T-shirt and black training pants.

I spent the longest time looking at the sporty sunglasses worn with the black baseball cap in this outfit. They added an active touch to the clean all-black look, completing a chic yet healthy vibe.

The sight of someone leaning their arm on the railing and gazing at the endless ridges felt refreshing.

It is difficult to confirm the exact brand of the T-shirt and pants.

The following is a photo taken in a beauty space featuring a mirror with the phrase '#dysonbeauty' written on it.

It was a look featuring a light pink satin shirt dress with string details paired with hot pink strap heels.

I spent the longest time looking at the hot pink strap heels that wrapped around the ankles in this outfit. They matched the subtle light pink dress in a tone-on-tone style, completing a bright yet sophisticated look.

The sight of her sitting on a bar stool with her legs crossed, holding a hair styler, looked like an advertisement shot in itself.

It is difficult to confirm the exact brand of the dress and heels.

This time, it is a photo taken inside a store with a continuous mirror wall.

It was a look consisting of a white shirt with a gray tie, a waffle knit cardigan in alternating lavender gray and ivory, and a gray pleated skirt.

I spent the most time looking at the gray knee-high socks in this outfit; paired with black loafers, they completed a neat schoolgirl look and added a classic yet witty vibe.

The sight of him standing there holding a black tote bag in both hands looked like a scene from a photoshoot.

It is difficult to confirm the exact brand of the cardigan and skirt.

The following is a photo taken on a walking path where black stone walls and hydrangeas harmonize.

It was a look consisting of a light pink tank top paired with peach-colored shorts, finished off with white running shoes.

I spent the longest time looking at the soft peach-colored shorts in this outfit; they paired with the light pink tank top in pastel tones to complete a fresh yet comfortable vibe.

The sight of someone wearing a baseball cap, letting their hair blow in the wind while looking at their phone, looked like a scene from a summer walk.

It is difficult to confirm the exact brand of the tank top and shorts.

This time, it's a photo taken on a beach shaded by palm trees.

It was an athleisure look consisting of a black bralette and black bike shorts.

I spent the longest time looking at the lavender tote bag on my shoulder in this outfit. It served as a soft color accent to the all-black athleisure look, completing a sporty yet relaxed vibe.

With the addition of a black bucket hat and white sneakers, a scene resembling a sunset beach walk was completed.

It is difficult to confirm the exact brand of the top and shorts.

The last one is a photo taken in front of the event venue's photo wall, which was decorated with flowers.

It was a look consisting of a taupe oversized suit paired with a black crop top and finished with black shoes.

I spent the longest time looking at the floor-length wide pants silhouette in this outfit; combined with the loose jacket, it completed a masculine yet chic look.

The pose of standing nonchalantly with hands in jacket pockets looked like a runway finale.

It is difficult to confirm the exact brand of the suit.

▶ Styling Point

- A chic all-black look featuring a black tweed jacket and a chain bag

- A school look featuring a waffle knit cardigan paired with a tie, pleated skirt, and knee socks.

- A mannish suit look featuring a black cropped top paired with a taupe oversized suit

▶ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When did Han Hye-jin debut as a model?

A. It is said that she made her debut on the stage of the 2nd Seoul International Fashion Collection (SIFAC) in 1999, and then moved to New York in 2006 and was active overseas for about three years.

Q. What is Han Hye-jin's YouTube channel?

A. I run a YouTube channel named after myself called 'Han Hye-jin,' and in August of this year, I released a special walking lecture video for senior model majors.

Q. What variety shows has Han Hye-jin appeared in?

A. You gained public recognition as a panelist on JTBC's 'Witch Hunt' in 2013, and also became known through MBC's 'I Live Alone' and KBS Joy's 'Love Intervention'.

From the chicness of the tweed jacket look, the classicism of the check jacket travel look, the healthy vibe of the hiking look, the brightness of the pink shirt dress look, the wit of the knit cardigan school look, the freshness of the sporty daily look, the relaxed feel of the beach athleisure look, to the masculinity of the oversized suit look, I could feel Han Hye-jin's unique charm in every style.

I was impressed by the fact that, even in her 28th year since debut, she continues to perform while personally teaching walking techniques, and demonstrates a model-like ability to pull off everything from hiking wear to suits in her daily life. I am looking forward to seeing what kind of stages and appearances she will show us in the future.

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