HaSeul for LOONA vs DESIGNER TOYS
In this LOONA vs DESIGNER TOYS serial feature, I attempt to pair a member of South Korean girl group LOONA (이달의 소녀) with a "Designer Toy" (Explained in detail HERE) - specifically ANIMAL-themed, to coincide with said-member's "animal"-icon. This post-feature is dedicated to "HASEUL" and her "WHITE BIRD" icon!
Featured here today is a very basic introduction to LOONA and it's members. Do feel free to check out these features on TUNESTALKSG to find out more about this South Korean girl group:
Understanding LOONA: Fan-Made Videos & My Journey So Far
LOONA "LIVE" & Stage Performances Compilation Videos
LOONA on Tong Tong Culture's "Thrilling Interview (통통컬처)"
#3yearswithLOONA - VLIVE & LOONA MVs
LOONA Compete in "Chuu Can Do IT" Athletics (Part 1)
Chuu Can Do It's LOONA ATHLETICS DAY/CARNIVAL (Part 2)
The third member of LOONA to debut is "HaSeul", with the music video of her debut single "소년, 소녀 (Let Me In)" uploaded online "14 Dec 2016" (see above).
I Introduce more of HaSeul HERE, and as well continually feature her KPOP journey extensively here on TUNESTALKSG.
HaSeul is recognised as apart of the "Leader Line" (AKA "Leaders" of LOONA sub-units, in this particular case for "LOONA 1/3". Which consists of HeeJin, HyunJin and ViVi, plus herself). HaSeul is also acknowledged as the "Leader" of LOONA.
HaSeul is also known for her taking a personal hiatus from LOONA-activities (between 2020-2021 for 18 months) due to mental health concerns (she was diagnosed with “intermittent anxiety symptoms” / Ref: loonatheworld.fandom.com), but has since returned to the OT12 ("Original 12 members") and started promotions for the "PTT (Paint The Town)" and [&] album comeback era, only to hit a bump with COVID-19 outbreak.
They have since also debuted their Japanese release with HULA HOOP/StarSeed. HaSeul is currently active with the group, and their individual VLIVES and IG-LIVES connecting with their fans during the pandemic period.
Featured below is (A) A Dance Short for their HULA HOOP dance challenge, and (B) HaSeuls' LOONA LOG #29 (Dated "25 Jul 2021").
BIRTH NAME: Cho Ha-Seul (조하슬)
BIRTH DATE: August 18, 1997.
COLOR: Green (초록색)
ANIMAL: White Bird (하얀 새)
Representative Country: Iceland (where her MV was filmed).
These are my choices, and I'll let YOU decide which Designer Toy pairs best with her :)
Out of all JI JA BIRD-incarnations of Mr Clement's "bird"-themed "JI JA" releases, the JINGLE JANGLE release from 2011 fits the theme exceptionally! Especially with the all-white winter look fitting HaSeul's debut MV.
Only 50 pieces of these 8cm tall PVC figurine were released, blister carded for £28 (Free shipping) each.
"NOT SO HAPPY BIRD" by @pietparra was released in 2010, available in BLACK and WHITER colorways - which reminded me of the dual identities of the Boy-HaSeul and Girl-HaSeul teased during her promotional period.
These collectible figures were made of porcelain, and produced by @toykyo.
Malte Fulda AKA @muffinmansculpts with JAY and ROBIN being a absolutely perfect fit with the theme! Multiple editions has been released, with the latest being the below featured wintery clear-cast resin cuties, with only 15pcs dropping Friday December 17th! Stay connected to his Instagram for further info...!
The addition "KEWII" from @pakka7 X @unboxindustries was because it felt "delicate" and I can imagine HaSeul holding this figure in her music video...!
This particular KEWII is apart of the "HELLO KITTY RMX PROJECT" where Sanrio's Hello Kitty is interpreted by artists with their own character creations. Currently available online here for US$35.
WHat'll be perfect for this LOONAvsDESIGNERTOYS theme, clear vinyl KEWII with the body painted white, with beak and feet with off-white blue tinged or red fade, IMHO.
