Lee Ji-Eun, better known as IU, made his K-pop debut in 2007 at the age of 15 with the mini album Lost and Found. Along with being a successful solo artist, IU has also found success as an actress, having appeared in such productions as Dream High (2011), Moon Lover: Scarlet Heart Ryeo (2016), and Hotel del Luna (2019). In more recent news, the cast of the next South Korean movie, Brokers, includes the “Nation’s Little Sister,” who will make her red carpet debut at the Cannes Film Festival in 2022.

Wear a pristine white shirt with lapels to channel your inner geek chic. But to avoid appearing to be in a school uniform, look for distinctive lapel decorations like the big ones IU is wearing in this picture. Baring your shoulders is a terrific way to show some flesh and cool off at the same time, whether it’s in off-the-shoulder dresses or cold-shoulder tops. IU looked chic in a brown dress with a black leather top, boots, and jewelry, as she was spotted at a Gucci event in Seoul. The off-white purse offered a splash of brightness to the otherwise grey look.

Unfortunately, pearls have a bad rap for being dowdy and out-of-date. But as IU demonstrates below, all you need to do to tap into its sartorial sensibility is choose the ideal pearl necklace and pair it with complementary pieces of jewelry. For those of us who live in tropical climates, light knits are not a natural choice, but these plush sweaters and jumpers provide a wonderful visual contrast to any ensemble. Additionally, soft knits are ideal for chilly office environments. Do you need to instantly spruce up a casual look? Consider IU’s example and add a jacket to instantly upgrade your appearance for any afternoon smart casual event.

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