Jung Ho Yeon Pays Homage to Korean Culture by Doing THIS for a Cover Shoot

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Jung Ho Yeon dazzled in Vogue Korea's new cover as the "Squid Game" star shines in hanbok, A traditional clothing in South Korea. 

The model-actress never fails to amaze the public with her exquisite beauty as she graced the publication's October 2022 issue. 

Jung Ho Yeon Radiates in Vogue Korea's October Issue

In a series of photos, the SAG Awards 2022 Best Actress dons amazing works from hanbok designer Kim Hye Soon and Louis Vuitton where she served as a global ambassador. 

Jung Ho Yeon for Vogue Korea
(Photo : Jung Ho Yeon Instagram)
Jung Ho Yeon for Vogue Korea
(Photo : Jung Ho Yeon Instagram)
Jung Ho Yeon for Vogue Korea
(Photo : Jung Ho Yeon Instagram)
Jung Ho Yeon for Vogue Korea
(Photo : Jung Ho Yeon Instagram)
Jung Ho Yeon for Vogue Korea
(Photo : Jung Ho Yeon Instagram)
Jung Ho Yeon for Vogue Korea
(Photo : Jung Ho Yeon Instagram)

On Jung Ho Yeon's Instagram, she also shared the photos with fans and fellow celebrities like Han Hyo Joo and Girls' Generation's SooYoung lauding her recent cover shoot. 

Interestingly, this is not the first time that the breakout star pays homage to South Korean culture. 

During her historic win at the SAG Awards 2022 where "Squid Game" took home Best Actor for Lee Jung Jae and Best Actress for Jung Ho Yeon, the model actress stunned the red carpet with a head-to-toe Louis Vuitton outfit. 

The whole ensemble is a tribute to her roots with her hairstyle taking inspiration from "daenggi" a ribbon traditionally used in Korea which means to adorn the braided hair while symbolizing social status or different functions.

Interestingly, it showcased the same fabric as her custom-made Louis Vuitton gown, featuring bedazzled detail. 

Per media outlet, Chosun, the Korean-inspired gown took 210 hours to make as it was handmade with crystals and beads over black jacquard silk. 

In an interview by Teen Vogue, Jung Ho Yeon's hairstylist Jenny Cho said that she was "very emotional" creating the actress' hairstyle for the SAG Awards 2022, which she described as a "modern version of the sleek traditional Korean braids."

Squid Game SAG Awards 2022 Jung Ho Yeon
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The second was her Louis Vuitton outfit at the Emmy Awards 2022 where she was nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series together with Hollywood top stars Patricia Arquette (Severance,) Rhea Seehorn (Better Call Saul,) Christina Ricci (Yellowjackets,) J. Smith-Cameron (Succession,) Sarah Snook (Succession,) and (Sydney Sweeney (Euphoria.) 

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However, it was the "Ozark" star Julia Garner who took home the title. 

Jung Ho Yeon struts the Emmy Awards 2022 with a sleek bob hairstyle and a pastel-colored dress from the French luxury fashion house. 

Jung Ho Yeon
(Photo : Jung Ho Yeon Instagram)

In addition, she incorporated South Korean culture by carrying a bag inspired by the Korean "bokjori," a festival object to wish good luck in the New Year.

Jung Ho Yeon Gears Up for Hollywood Debut

Following the massive success of "Squid Game," Jung Ho Yeon took the world by storm with her impressive performance as North Korean defector Kang Sae Byeok. 

After signing with an American talent agency, Creative Artists Agency, the breakout star lands her first Hollywood project. 

Jung Ho Yeon is selected as one of the lead stars in the movie "The Governesses" WITH Lily-Rose Depp, which will be helmed by the renowned director Joe Talbo.

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Written by Geca Wills

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