Two of my favorite things to do on a daily basis other than napping, is to eat and to put on makeup. The combination of food and makeup seems unrelated, but Korea has proven that food can be an inspiration for everything, including makeup. Check out some of Korean beauty products that are inspired by… Continue reading 10 Unique Food-Inspired Korean Beauty Products
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Opinion: The Not-So-Innocent Side of the “Innocent” K-Pop Girl Group Look
Talking about sexuality and Korean girl groups is dangerous. IU isn’t even in a girl group and her recent K-pop controversy has gone nuclear at the very mention of sexuality. Just writing about this subject is like walking barefoot through a minefield full of eggshells. But mixed metaphors aside, there are some pretty serious issues… Continue reading Opinion: The Not-So-Innocent Side of the “Innocent” K-Pop Girl Group Look
11 of the Best Pepero Kisses in Korean Entertainment
Happy Pepero Day! Celebrated annually on November 11 since long ago — the exact date of origin is unknown — these chocolate covered snacks were said to have originally been exchanged in the hopes of growing taller and thinner — in the way that you might exchange dollars in the hope of becoming richer. Now, it’s… Continue reading 11 of the Best Pepero Kisses in Korean Entertainment
How to Tell a Girl She’s Beautiful, as Told By “She Was Pretty”
1. Tell her she’s pretty, even though she might not believe you. 2. Like her for not the way she looks, but because of the kindness she shows strangers. 3. Be her umbrella, rain or shine. 4. Give her a warm hug. Sometimes actions speak louder than words. 5. Appreciate her talents and tell her… Continue reading How to Tell a Girl She’s Beautiful, as Told By “She Was Pretty”
6 Heart-Pounding Moments From “Sassy Go Go”
It’s the classic K-drama setup in “Sassy Go Go,” with the prickly but totally cute lead actor, Lee Won Geun (in the role of Kim Yeol), and the equally cute heartthrob that is Ji Soo (playing Ha Joon). Both care deeply for our heroine Jung Eun Ji (Yeon Doo), although one always finds himself in the background, unable to make a move… Continue reading 6 Heart-Pounding Moments From “Sassy Go Go”
Top K-Drama Moments of the Week: October 26–November 1
Our current crop of K-drama characters have been stepping up to the plate. Even the seemingly hopeless ones have redeemed themselves through their actions, underscoring their sense of morality and justice. 1. “The Village: Achiara’s Secret” (Episode 8): Not Backing Down By now, everyone knows about the relationship between So Yoon and Hye Jin, and being the… Continue reading Top K-Drama Moments of the Week: October 26–November 1
Looking Back: The Best of Super Junior’s Non-Title Tracks
On November 6th, 2015 legendary boy band Super Junior celebrated their 10th anniversary. Although there are now many K-pop groups popular around the globe, Super Junior has been one of the most influential groups in the industry. From their debut song to their most recent release, the talented group has cranked out one hit after another.… Continue reading Looking Back: The Best of Super Junior’s Non-Title Tracks
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2015 – November Week 1
Taeyeon’s “I” repeats again as our No. 1 song this week, rebounding from last week to put up another near perfect score. This song kept piling up music show wins, scoring another double win last week on Music Bank and M!Countdown. It also tops our Soompi Airplay. Taeyeon’s second title song “U R” also reappears… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2015 – November Week 1
This Adorable Girl Has More Followers Than Your K-Pop Faves
Breanna Youn is a six-year-old girl from Busan who loves Legos, G-Dragon, and posing happily for the camera. But when Breanna’s mother takes a photo and posts it on Instagram, it’s viewed not just by the usual intimate circle of family and friends, but also by her fans around the world who subscribe to Breanna’s… Continue reading This Adorable Girl Has More Followers Than Your K-Pop Faves
Which Animal Face Type Is the Most Attractive?
There are many different types of males in this world. In the Korean entertainment industry alone, it’s easy to favorite multiple actors and singers. Why have one bias when you can have plenty? If you think about all of your favorite stars, you might find some similarities between them. In particular, their face types could… Continue reading Which Animal Face Type Is the Most Attractive?