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NewJean’s new music video for their single “Bubble Gum” is ready to put you in the summer mood, but in terms of what trends to hop on this season, K-pop member Hanni has some ideas to inspire your warm weather wardrobe.
The K-pop singer has been soaring in her career having landed herself as the newest global ambassador for UGG as well as being included in Billboard’s 2024 Women in Music Awards.
“The fact that we were able to participate, let alone perform at Billboard’s Women in Music was an incredible experience,” she says in an interview with Billboard. “I was in awe the entire evening at the overflowing energy generated by the music and the inspiring artists gathered together to celebrate Women’s History Month. It was truly such an amazing opportunity that I never would have imagined, and I know that the members and I are incredibly thankful that we were able to attend and perform.”
Now, the NewJeans singer is encouraging you to ditch the platform heels and throw on some comfortable sandals. For the shoe brand’s ongoing Spring/Summer 2024 global campaign, the “Super Shy” infused her own style including one controversial pairing that still has fashion influencers debating its trendiness: socks and sandals.
“Personally, I think layering them with the GoldenGlow Sandals just looks really cute and casual,” she says in an interview with Billboard. “Also, I’ve found they look very nice with long jeans because of the shape of the shoe!”
It’s also fitting as Hanni has herself “really feel drawn to the vibe” of another popular trend, the eclectic grandpacore fashion style. She hopes to continue experimenting with the elements, which consists of sensible footwear, oversized cardigans, sweater vests, button-down tops and any clothing with tones of brown and tans.
“I think it’s such a distinct yet fun way of dressing that really varies based on each individual’s character or personal style preference,” she says.
To help you test out the grandpacore style for yourself or find some fashionable sandals to pair with your sock drawer, you can buy the exact UGG shoes the “OMG” singer wears in the campaign below.
Women’s GoldenGlow
These GoldenGlow sandals don’t just give off everyday shoe vibes, but are built with waterproof materials including springy and supportive sugarcane EVA and 100% recycled polyester materials to support and swaddle your feet in comfort.
You can see Hanni in the Mangosteen and Bison Brown shades.
All Gender Venture Daze Slide
Slide your feet straight into these bold takes on a sandals. It comes in three shades including the NewJeans singer’s fave, which boasts a neon green sole and subtle gray upper. The sole is designed with a platform rubber material that looks to keep your feet pristine through mud and grass.
All Gender Venture Daze
Combine the look of slippers with the sturdy grip of sandals in a pair of these Venture Daze. The open back allows you to effortlessly slip your feet inside and enjoy the feel of the suede upper paired with the brand’s classic UGGbraid for extra style.
Women’s Stratus
Let your feet breathe in a pair of UGG’s Stratus sandals which come with an open-toe and backing for ultimate ventilation. The straps are adjustable and, as an added bonus, you can take the back strap off and turn the sandals into a slide.
And, if you’re looking for the perfect pair of pants to pair your UGGs and socks with, Hanni recommends denim.
“I like baggy jeans but prefer the ones that aren’t too oversized, otherwise I look kind of small and may disappear in them,” she says. “Being comfortable in my clothes is something I find really important. I also like the fit of baggy jeans and enjoy styling them more for this reason. Color-wise, I like all types of denim, regardless of color or prints.”
Below you can find some of ShopBillboard‘s favorite baggy jeans to complete your summer looks ‘fits with.
Universal Thread Mid-Rise 90’s Baggy Jeans
These budget-friendly jeans are bringing all the trendiness without the high price tag. You can choose from five washes or pick up one of each color. It has a high waist design and and a baggy yet straight leg fit.
Abercrombie Low Rise Baggy Jean
Abercrombie has gone viral on TikTok for their jeans and this pair of low-rise baggy jeans are no exception. The front comes with two rips along the knees with shoppers rating them a 4.6 for their “super soft” material and their ability to be worn with heels or sneakers.
Madewell Low-Slung Straight Jeans
Madewell is bringing low-rise back with these baggy straight jeans. You can choose from three lengths: petite, regular and long as well as three washes ranging from dark to light, so you can wear a pair year round.
HDLTE High Waist Baggy Jeans
For less than $50, you can grab these baggy jeans from Amazon. The design has a high-waisted fit with a cotton-mix material for extra comfort that won’t have you itching to change out of them. The jeans have also gathered more than 1,500 verified five-star reviews with shoppers raving over their look and feel.
Check below to watch behind-the-scenes footage from the campaign.
