HB: What do you do when you change your make-up to match your fashion?

JISOO: Mainly colour. For example, if I wear a purple item, my make-up will be purple, and if I wear pink, I’ll wear pink make-up to match. I match my make-up to the colour of the style of the day. For an everyday look, I use a natural base make-up and lip gloss. It should be natural and not overdone.

HB: What are you into these days?

JISOO: Lately, I’ve been studying languages. There is a YouTube content that I always have playing that teaches grammar and vocabulary for an hour. They have both English and Japanese. I used to study Japanese for a while and I felt like I forgot it because I never used it, but when I watch the content, I think to myself, “I still remember! (laughs).”

Glossy mallow-rose lips for a natural, dewy look. Dior Addict Lipstick shade 526; DIOR.

HB: What were your methods of stress relief during the COVID-19 pandemic?

JISOO: I was stressed and in pain, but I tried not to waste time by learning and exercising, thinking that I must do everything I could in this situation. As frustrating as this situation is, if I just slack off, I know that later when I look back on this time, I will regret it very much. I’m trying to learn as much as I can because it’s a stress reliever if I can feel that I’m learning something in this difficult time.

HB: What do you feel is the beauty of human beings?

JISOO: I always feel that beauty comes from the inside. “Beauty” depends on how you think about it, doesn’t it? There is no right answer like in mathematics, and it is impossible to say what is right and what is wrong. I think you have to be comfortable looking at yourself as much as possible and find the beauty that is inside of you. If you keep looking at someone else comparing yourself to them or looking for beauty, you will end up feeling rather down and tired. You have to admit to yourself that you are fine as long as you are happy, and it’s not good to constantly compare yourself to someone else. And of course, it’s not good for your health too. Above all, it is important to remember to face yourself and admit that you are better, that you have grown so much, and that true beauty comes from within.

Bright orange gives a mod impression to a well-dressed jacket. The “Dior Vibe” bag with its eye-catching logo adds a touch of street cool. Jacket; shirt; skirt; and bag, all from DIOR.

HB: What would you like to try or start this year?

JISOO: I don’t know if I will be able to start anything this year, but something I have always wanted to learn is swimming. I want to go to the pool with the other BLACKPINK members and learn. I would love to swim and race for fun, but I felt sad everytime I couldn’t. I can’t swim, so when I go on a tour or go out somewhere for fun, I always say, “Have fun!” and see them off from a distance and mainly be a photographer for them. There are so many nice swimming pools and I don’t know where I can learn to swim, but maybe someday I can try?

HB: Any message for our readers?

JISOO: I am so happy to be able to greet my fans for the first time in a long time. I hope the fans can see the photos and say “I’m so pleased!” I would be happy if you think so. It’s a difficult situation right now with COVID-19, but I hope to see you as soon as possible while taking care of our own health.

The rosewood named “Icon” enhances JISOO’s style of femininity. Dior Addict Lipstick 720; Jacket; bodysuit, all from DIOR. Earrings, talent’s own.