EnVi Media • 3rd June 2023

Artist Spotlight: Talking To Mina Okabe

Mina Okabe is looking forward to the summer. “Lately, the sun is starting to come out in Denmark — it has been very rainy and cloudy — and it just lifts my mood so much to see the sun. It’s still a bit cold, but I keep talking to my friends about how I just can’t wait to be outside all day in just shorts and a T-shirt. I’m so excited,” she shares over a Zoom call in early April. Beyond the prospect of easy-to-wear looks and gentler weather, the Danish-Japanese singer has plenty of other reasons

EnVi Media • 3rd June 2023

Governors Ball is Bringing K-pop to New York’s Biggest Summer Bash

This year, in addition to debuting a brand new location, Governors Ball is introducing K-pop into its lineup. EnVi caught up with Jordan Wolowitz, Co-Founder and Partner at Founders Entertainment — responsible for the production of Governors Ball — to discuss the festival’s origin

EnVi Media • 10th May 2023

Style Profile: LAPILLUS’ Chanty on Channeling her Latin American and Filipino Roots Through Fashion and What’s in her Playlist

In the series “Style Profile,” celebrities exclusively share details of their fashion and beauty with EnVi. In the first installment, the members of the K-pop group LAPILLUS offer a picture of their personal style, sartorial inspirations, and favorite trends.

Although she is currently gaining steam as a member of the K-pop group LAPILLUS, Chantal Videla — known as Chanty onstage — is no stranger to the entertainment scene. Armed with irresistible charm and a myriad of talents, the Filipino-Arge

EnVi Media • 2nd May 2023

Gigi Hadid, Devon Aoki, Ke Huy Quan, Cardi B and More On Their Way To The 2023 Met Gala

The arrival of celebrities at The Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of the highlights of the Met Gala. For stars getting ready at New York’s iconic The Mark Hotel, however, there’s a red carpet drill as they leave the five star-hotel. Surrounded by photographers and fans, the Met Gala attendants offer a preview of their looks.

Photographer Natalie Jane captured this buzz outside The Mark Hotel. Scroll down to take a look at some of the night’s best-dressed celebrities as they made their way to

EnVi Media • 28th April 2023

Style Profile: LAPILLUS’ Yue Opens Up About Her Sartorial Inspirations, Haircare, and Go-To Fragrances

In the series “Style Profile,” celebrities exclusively share details of their fashion and beauty with EnVi. For the first installment, the members of the K-pop group LAPILLUS offer a picture of their personal style, sartorial inspirations and favorite trends.

Red-violet hair, Barbiecore sweater, and contagious smile…K-pop star Yue rocks them all effortlessly. In 2022, the young singer made her debut as a member of MLD Entertainment’s girl group, LAPILLUS. Thereafter, she has cultivated a style

EnVi Media • 16th April 2023

The Perfume of NCT DOJAEJUNG

Those familiar with the world of perfumery know that it takes knowledge, vision, and a good nez (a perfume artist) to craft a fragrance. Doyoung, Jaehyun, and Jungwoo, members of the K-pop group NCT, might know what we’re talking about. Not only is the trio lovers of perfumes, colognes, and everything in between, but they’re also creating their own Perfume for their debut as NCT’s newest subunit, NCT DOJAEJUNG.

Perfume, the group’s first mini-album, is slated for release on April 17 and as the

EnVi Media • 7th April 2023

Mark Turns Internet Jokes Into Gold For “Golden Hour”

Throughout his career, Canadian K-pop star Mark has shown a masterly penchant for not limiting himself to expectations. Following a rock-infused solo debut, several activities as a member of NCT, and even a stint as a fashion ambassador, the multihyphenate returns as a solo act. In true Mark fashion, “Golden Hour” — the latest addition to his music catalog — is a novel, tongue-in-cheek track that proves his unfading versatility as an artist.

With a career that spans over seven years and jugglin

EnVi Media • 30th March 2023

PRETZELLE, the Thai Girl Group Aiming for Infinite Happiness Through Music

INC, ICE, AUMAIM, and GRACE — collectively known as PRETZELLE — took no second opinions when penning their single, “ไม่รับความเห็นต่าง” (U R MINE). Or at least, that was the popular Thai catchphrase that inspired the group’s first self-written song, released in January 2023. The accompanying music video shows the foursome dressed in Y2K-inspired looks and a youthful take on office uniform as they confidently inform the object of their affection that they’re the right person to be with. No differ

EnVi Media • 30th March 2023

Words of Women: Erica Choi Takes Holistic Well-being to the Next Level with Superegg

From brand founders and fashion designers to models and stars, there are plenty of women shaping the fashion and beauty landscape. In our series “Words of Women,” EnVi talks to inspiring women in the industry about their goals, achievements, and journey to success. As Women’s History Month comes to an end, EnVi spotlights Erica Choi, the mastermind behind Superegg.

A woman of many hats — esthetician, content creator, creative director, and brand owner — Erica found inspiration in the nurturing

EnVi Media • 27th March 2023

Words of Women: Latinx Founder Priscila Fadul is Creating Skincare with the Right Priorities

Whether they are brand founders, fashion designers, models, creatives, or stars, there are plenty of women changing the fashion and beauty game. In our series “Words of Women,” EnVi talks to inspiring women about their goals, achievements, and journey in the fashion and beauty industry. Celebrating Women’s History Month, in the first installment, EnVi spotlights Latinx engineer and brand owner Priscila Fadul. The Lendava Skincare founder discusses her experience as a woman in the beauty industry

Teen Vogue • 16th February 2023

Evan Mock Looks Almost Unrecognizable With His New Hairstyle

Evan Mock is no stranger to fashion and beauty experimentation. With one-of-a-kind outfits and iconic hairstyles — we’re looking at you, pink buzz haircut — the actor, model, and all-around fashion star has never been afraid of defying the status quo. It comes as no surprise that he debuted a new look on the runways of New York Fashion Week. And he looks almost unrecognizable.

On February 15, Taofeek Abijako’s fashion brand, Head of State, presented its latest effort. Modeling the emotional col

Teen Vogue • 9th February 2023

Gen Z Models Are Embracing Authentic Fashion With eBay

Poster girls for self-expression, models Deja Foxx, Sarah Kim and Teo Marcella represent what it means for this generation to be authentic and express without hindrance. Fresh off a fashion editorial for Teen Vogue, in collaboration with eBay, the young women reflect on the importance of authenticity and remaining loyal to oneself through fashion.

For the 22-year-old Deja Foxx, a student at Columbia University and digitally savvy activist, style is an extension of her views. “I use it as a way

Teen Vogue • 7th February 2023

Cardi B Paid Tribute to Late Designer Paco Rabanne at the Grammys

Following Paco Rabanne's death, the worlds of fashion and entertainment have rallied to pay several homages to the late Spanish designer. The latest of the bunch was Cardi B at the 2023 Grammys, which took place on February 5.

ICYMI, music's biggest night reunited la crème de la crème of the music industry, who brought out their fashion A-game for the award ceremony. Among the big names, rapper Cardi B turned heads with her fabulous looks. After stunning with an electric blue couture creation b

EnVi Media • 22nd January 2023

Fashion Players on How Innovation Informs Their Work

As one of the most future-driven industries, fashion is often at the forefront of change, development, and modernization. While innovation might be mostly associated with the influence of cutting-edge technology and digitalization in the industry, the truth is there are several ways fashion players can introduce lasting changes.

From fashion designer Hope Macaulay, who’s at the forefront of chunky, sustainable knits, to plus-size model Kaguya, who’s dismantling stereotypes in fashion and beyond

EnVi Media • 12th January 2023

Luxury Beauty: A New Territory To Conquer for Asian Celebrities

Similar to the world of fashion, in recent years, the beauty industry has turned its attention to Asian celebrities. Tapping into these stars’ power, brands have introduced new ambassadors, campaigns, and even collaborations. However, in an ever-changing and fast-paced world, establishing ties with these celebs is only the start. As the industry continues to grow, beauty brands are also innovating the ways they communicate with their consumers.

To gain professional insights, EnVi caught up with

Teen Vogue • 6th January 2023

Selena Gomez Has a Sustainable Hack for Removing Makeup

Whether it's contouring, manicures, or must-have products, we can always turn to Selena Gomez for beauty tips and inspiration. On TikTok, the Rare Beauty founder has shared some clever makeup hacks and her latest video is no exception.

On January 5, the singer and actor shared a beauty routine on the video platform. Soundtracked with Miley Cyrus’ “Never Be Me,” the star started off by gently applying La Mer’s serum The Concentrate with her fingers. She then generously poured Bioderma’s Sensibio

Teen Vogue • 5th January 2023

Sadie Sink Makes the Case for Wide-Leg Jeans

Some trends are better left in the past, but according to actor Sadie Sink, wide-leg jeans are in for 2023. In her latest public appearance, the star was spotted perfectly in style, dressed in the comfiest, chicest denim look — with a Gen Z twist.

Heading to the Today show, Sadie gave her stamp of approval to oversized, flare jeans. The actor dressed in a pearl-embroidered design by Givenchy and paired them with a white jersey top with trendy cutout details, and a pair of G Cube 105 silver sand

Teen Vogue • 4th January 2023

The Best Runway Moments of 2022

In between viral looks, rising trends, and modeling debuts, there is never a dull moment in fashion. In 2022, the best runway moments included the ascension of Barbiecore with Valentino’s PP Pink helming the trend. Celebrities took over the catwalks. The industry mourned some of its greatest designers, and unknowingly witnessed the end of some defining chapters in the industry. In the spirit of moving forward, the runways also offered a sneak peek of what’s in store for fashion in the future.

A

EnVi Media • 31st December 2022

2022, The Year NCT Achieved Fashion World Domination

K-pop stars’ sartorial allure and global impact are no longer up for debate. If there’s anything worth reporting in the high fashion sphere, there’s a high chance stars from the South Korean music scene are involved. In 2022, however, the K-pop boyband NCT left no space for doubts about their status as industry favorites in fashion. In sync with the promise of limitless growth etched in their name, the multicultural group racked up a myriad of fashion milestones.

In May, Chicago-born Johnny Suh

EnVi Media • 29th December 2022

EnVi’s Best of 2022: Instagram-Worthy Looks

It’s not a secret that Asian celebrities have become some of the most influential players in the fashion industry. Magazine covers, front rows, and runways have served as the perfect backdrop for them to display their influence and associations. However, when it comes to these stars, even social media is a tool to showcase their style sensibilities. Whether it is documenting their day-to-day wardrobe or immortalizing their best looks, Asian stars have made a stylebook of their Instagram feeds.

EnVi Media • 27th December 2022

EnVi’s Best of 2022: Thai Stars Breaking into the Fashion Industry

Over the years, celebrities from the Asia Pacific (APAC) region have claimed a spot among the fashion elite. For instance, during the latest fashion season (Spring-Summer 2023) South Korean personalities racked up $122 million in Earned Media Value (EMV) and $34 million in Media Impact Value™ (MIV®). However, Korean celebs are not the only ones successfully breaking into the industry. As their global influence continues to grow, Thai stars have also turned into some of the most sought-after figu

Teen Vogue • 27th December 2022

13 Red Carpet Looks I'll Still Be Thinking About After 2022

When it comes to memorable and undeniably gorgeous red carpet moments, 2022 did not disappoint. From the streets to the ‘gram, there wasn’t a shortage of fabulous fashion to find inspiration from this year. Yet, the red carpet in particular consistently hosted some of the best examples of sartorial excellence, courtesy of the world’s favorite stars. We saw fashion queen Zendaya delight at the Oscars, the Emmys, and any other event worth talking about with gloriously chic looks. Meanwhile, Timoth

Teen Vogue • 16th December 2022

Wisdom Kaye Knows How To Keep It Real

On set shooting a Teen Vogue special issue, the internet icon slips on a finely curated selection of pre-loved, new, rare and vintage luxury pieces straight from eBay—namely jewelry, watches, bags, and sneakers. In the back of the room, items such as a Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger diamond bracelet, the sneakerheads’ favorite Aimé Leon Dore x New Balance 650 shoes, and a Gucci Rainbow Tote bag are carefully displayed. There is also a Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra diamond pendant, a Rolex Datejust wat

EnVi Media • 14th December 2022

EnVi’s Best of 2022: Fashion in Music Videos

Although music and fashion have always been deeply intertwined, the rise of music videos to mainstream prominence ushered a new frontier for musicians to display their artistry. Nowadays, it’s nearly impossible to think of impactful music moments without associating them with imagery to match. And more often than not, these visuals involve noteworthy fashion and styling.

As the year comes to an end, we highlight the creative connection between music and fashion in some of the most memorable mus