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"Same Puffer, Different Vibe: Cha Jung-won vs. Jung Ryeo-won"

Written by Chaewon Kang  on 2 days ago
[Photo credit: Cha Jung-won's personal SNS]

The quintessential winter outerwear, the puffer jacket, is evolving. It has moved beyond mere survival gear to become a key item for expressing individuality. This season, the 'chocolate brown' color, which is softer than black and deeper than beige, has emerged as the trend.

[Photo credit: Jung Ryeo-won's personal SNS]

We explored how to style puffer jackets this winter through the unique interpretations of this trendy color by actresses Cha Jung-won and Jung Ryeo-won.

1. Cha Jung-won: The French Chic Look from the 'Mix-and-Match Virtuoso'

[Photo credit: Cha Jung-won's personal SNS]

Cha Jung-won completed a sophisticated city look by maintaining the bulk of the puffer jacket while incorporating various accessories.

[Photo credit: Cha Jung-won's personal SNS]

*Layering Magic: A checkered shirt tied at the waist and hanging down from under a short puffer jacket adds rhythm to an otherwise plain outfit. This high-level layering tip subtly covers the hip line while adding an active mood.

[Photo credit: Cha Jung-won's personal SNS]

*Accessory Point: She paired the outfit with a trendy earflap cap to achieve both warmth and cuteness. Adding toned-down gray wide pants and a simple shoulder bag, she presented a versatile style suitable for anything from a walk in the park to casual outings.

[Photo credit: Cha Jung-won's personal SNS]

Tone on Tone: By matching beanies and knits in similar deep brown shades to the puffer jacket, she maintained overall harmony and created a calm atmosphere.

2. Jung Ryeo-won: The Free-Spirited Hipster Mood of a 'Natural Born Fashionista'

[Photo credit: Jung Ryeo-won's personal SNS]

Jung Ryeo-won showcased the most comfortable yet hip way to wear a puffer jacket, capturing her unique free-spirited sensibility.

[Photo credit: Jung Ryeo-won's personal SNS]

*High-Contrast Styling: She paired dark chocolate brown puffers with contrasting white wide pants to create a lighter, brighter look. By using contrast in brightness, she added vibrancy to what might otherwise be a heavy winter style.

[Photo credit: Jung Ryeo-won's personal SNS]

*Silhouette Focus: She balanced the overall silhouette by using a voluminous short puffer for the upper body and wide pants for the lower body. Her naturally tousled wavy hair becomes a key element that completes her unique aura without the need for additional accessories.

[Photo credit: Jung Ryeo-won's personal SNS]

*Effortless Chic: She demonstrated the essence of puffer styling, proving that even with basic items, one can be stylish.

Editor’s Conclusion: Key Words for Puffer Styling This Winter

The common theme in both actresses' styling is 'the subtle difference within comfort.' Will you use accessories like shirts or hats to highlight your unique details like Cha Jung-won? Or will you create a refreshing and natural look through clear color contrasts like Jung Ryeo-won?

Whichever you choose, this winter, try opting for the warm and luxurious brown color chosen by both actresses instead of heavy black puffers.

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