In Love Forever The Series JUNE 19TH 💍💔🖋️ | Kdrama Lover 💖 GDC❤️DREAMER | IU/LeeJiEun💜UAENA💚12.13.19 | 06.01.24 I saw IU 🐥💜 My new found addiction — LingOrm 💫🦋💜
Thank you so much @_IUofficial for serenading us with your amazing, healing, soothing and angelic voice last night. It was indeed the best and happiest night of my fangirl life. I love you so much and I'll see you again soon 💕
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IU :
I'm deeply grateful to the Korean artists who made it possible for our culture to be recognized around the world. Because of them, my own horizons have broadened as well.
There are still so many talented artists who have yet to be known worldwide. I hope they, too, will have the opportunity to shine. If I can play even a small part in helping open doors for them, I would be truly happy.
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We Love(IU) — IU Interview with NYLON France
She needs no introduction. A singer, actress, fashion icon, and a true phenomenon both in South Korea and internationally, IU has established herself as one of the most influential artists of her generation. On the occasion of Fashion Week, we had the opportunity to meet with her to talk about her relationship with fashion and her upcoming artistic project.
Q. How do you see your partnership with New Balance today, and how would you describe your role with the brand?
IU:
Even before becoming an ambassador, I was already a huge fan of New Balance. To me, this partnership goes far beyond work. I've been wearing their shoes for a long time, in my everyday life, on stage, at events... basically everywhere.
I want to show that you can wear New Balance in any situation. And most importantly, I want people to see that my attachment to the brand is genuine. It's not just because I'm an official ambassador. I was a fan before, and I still am today.
Q. How do you wear New Balance shoes in your daily life?
IU:
Honestly, when I open my closet, out of around thirty pairs of shoes, at least twenty-eight are New Balance! Some I bought myself, while others were gifts, including special editions with my name on them.
I practically live in New Balance. I think I only own one pair of high heels, and I almost never wear them except for very special occasions.
Originally, it was a sports brand, but today it's also a true fashion accessory.
Q. What does a typical day in Paris during Fashion Week look like for (IU)?
IU:
I arrived in Paris last night and I'm leaving tomorrow morning, so I haven't really had the chance to experience a typical day in Paris. On top of that, the jet lag makes things a bit difficult.
Still, I walked around wearing my New Balance shoes... because they're the only shoes I brought! Looking around the streets of Paris, I saw a lot of people running in New Balance, and I thought that if I come back for a longer stay someday, I'd really love to go running in Paris too.
Q. What has your daily life been like lately in general?
IU:
These days, my daily life is mostly focused on my new album. I'm writing, composing, and constantly communicating with my team in Korea. Even when I travel, I'm working on the plane or during transit.
In the morning, I like to wake up slowly and enjoy the silence. At night, I listen to a lot of music, especially my new songs, to see what works and what still needs improvement.
Q. If you had to describe New Balance in three words?
IU:
The first would be "natural."
The second would be "character," because it's a brand with a strong identity.
And the third would be "again." People are always saying to me, "More New Balance?" I think that, for many people, I've become inseparable from the brand.
Q. You've helped popularize Korean culture around the world. How do you see that?
IU:
I'm very proud of it, of course. But I don't see myself as a leader. I think of myself as someone in between generations. There are the great artists who paved the way before me, and there are the younger artists coming after me.
I'm deeply grateful to the Korean artists who helped our culture shine internationally, because thanks to them, my own opportunities have expanded as well.
There are still so many talented artists who aren't yet known around the world. I hope they'll have the chance to shine too. If I can contribute, even in a small way, to opening doors for them, I'll be very happy.
Q. Is there any reason to think you'll be returning to Paris soon?
IU:
Nothing has been confirmed yet, but my tour begins in September in Korea and will continue next year with a world tour. I certainly hope to come back to Paris. We haven't finalized the dates or venues yet, but I truly hope I'll be able to see my fans here again.
Q. A message for your French fans?
IU:
This is my first time in Paris, even though I came to France three years ago for the Cannes Film Festival.
Back then, so many fans came to support me, and I was deeply touched. I even found myself wondering, "How do they know me? How did they discover my work when I've never even performed in France?"
I'm sincerely grateful for all of their support. And to return all that love, I will definitely come back to France.
I hope you all stay healthy, and that your lives are filled with love.
Full interview:
https://t.co/p3tiRVHf33
아이유, 양평군에 1,000만원 기부
IU donated 10 million won to Yangpyeong County
Since 2020, IU has consistently supported Yangpyeong County every year, including support for COVID-19 response efforts, living expense assistance for grandparent-headed and single-parent families, and winter heating support through the Love Briquette Donation Campaign, spreading a positive influence throughout the local community.
Yangpyeong County Governor said, “I would like to express my deepest gratitude to IU for her continued support for Yangpyeong County over the years,” adding, “We will do our best to carry out detailed and comprehensive welfare projects so that her meaningful contribution reaches those who need it most.”
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The donation will be used to support customized welfare projects for low-income and vulnerable residents living in welfare blind spots.
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아이유, 두 번째 월드투어 개최 예정
IU is set to hold her second world tour.
아이유: 아직 확정된 건 없지만, 제 투어는 9월 한국에서 시작해서 내년에 월드 투어로 이어질 예정이에요. 당연히 파리에도 다시 오고 싶어요. 아직 날짜나 장소는 정해지지 않았지만, 이곳의 팬들을 꼭 다시 만나고 싶어요
IU: Nothing has been confirmed yet, but my tour will begin in Korea in September and continue next year with a world tour. Obviously, I hope to return to Paris. We haven’t set the dates or venues yet, but I really hope to meet my fans here again.
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