Hi Fanworker~ How was your week? 👋
I feel like just last week, a light windbreaker was enough, but as soon as this week started, I found myself bundling up with a scarf and a puffer jacket! If I don’t layer up, I’ll definitely freeze! 🥶
I bet some of you are starting to plan your year-end parties from November, right?

Year-end parties are such special moments to share memories with loved ones and wrap up the year joyfully. It’s more than just enjoying delicious food and visiting beautiful places; it’s about the atmosphere and the connections with the people around you that make the end of the year feel warm and fulfilling.
So today, I want to introduce some great spots in Yeonnam-dong for preparing a fun year-end party! 🍷🎂

From wine bars to cake shops, photo booths for making memories, and cute souvenir shops for meaningful gifts, I’ve got the perfect lineup for a year-end celebration that will make everyone’s laughter shine even brighter! 🎉✨  

Welcome to RosedeMine, a cozy wine bar with a Parisian attic vibe.🍷 As you climb to the third-floor rooftop and open the door, you'll feel like you’ve stepped into a charming Parisian home. The place operates on a reservation-only basis, and since there aren’t many tables inside, it’s perfect for quietly spending time with friends. How about wrapping up the year while enjoying delicious food in the warm atmosphere of this intimate space with your loved ones?❤️

When it comes to year-end parties, cake is more than just dessert—it's a key element that sets the mood, don’t you agree?🎂 Especially that moment when you cut the cake is the highlight of the party, adding something special to the time spent together.
If you’re looking for a cake shop that’s as cute as the ones in Yeonnam-dong, check out Moohop! Their cakes boast adorable designs and rich flavors, making them the perfect choice for the festive atmosphere. 🍰✨ Even if they’re not overly flashy, these warm and cozy cakes will create delightful memories for everyone.
How about making your year-end celebrations even more special with cakes that are not only delicious but also visually stunning? Let’s make those joyful moments shine! 🌟

Black Heart Pencil is a project brand that reevaluates the value of pencils, which have turned into nostalgic tools since 2016, and introduces a variety of beautiful pencils.✏️ The vintage vibe that pencils bring makes them a perfect choice for adding something special to year-end parties. At the small pencil shop, Black Heart, in Yeonnam-dong, you can find vintage pencils that carry the marks of time, each holding its own story.📕

In addition to vintage pencils, they also sell pencil stands, sharpeners, and pencil caps. The vivid colors of the pencils displayed against the warm wood-toned interior create a cozy year-end atmosphere, making it a great place to visit and spend time together.
Alternatively, purchasing them as gifts is also recommended.🎁 A one-of-a-kind pencil. By adding an engraving to the pencil, you can capture the giver's sincerity and create a special memory for the recipient. The pencils here hold meaning beyond just being simple items and can be a thoughtful gift that leaves a lasting impression even after the party. Let’s fill our year-end celebrations with warm feelings from Black Heart Pencil!🖤

The highlight of a year-end party is sharing joyful memories together! 🎉 Bemove Yeonnam is a unique vintage-style photo booth in Yeonnam-dong where you can capture those precious moments with artistic photos.📸 The process of taking pictures becomes a special time filled with laughter and stories, and the results turn into unforgettable memories, not just simple souvenirs. The cozy atmosphere, rich in vintage vibes, perfectly complements the warm feelings of a year-end party. If you want to cherish this moment in a special way at your year-end celebration, how about creating some meaningful memories at Bemove? 🎞️

The process of preparing for a year-end party is filled with excitement! ☺️ The wine bar RosedeMine, the cake shop Moohop, the charming vintage pencil shop Black Heart, and the emotional photo booth Bemove Yeonnam are all places that will make that excitement even more special. How about sharing delicious wine and cake with friends, giving little gifts that bring joy, and capturing unforgettable moments in photos? 🫧
I hope this year-end is warmer and filled with memories like never before, and that your little adventure in Yeonnam will make your party shine even brighter. Wishing you a happy year-end🤍

Have you ever heard of Hanbok? Hanbok is the traditional attire of Korea, characterized by beautiful colors and elegant curves. It is based on the traditional five colors inspired by nature (blue, red, yellow, white, and black) and is decorated with various colors and patterns depending on the season or occasion. That might be why hanbok is loved worldwide for its graceful yet unique charm. 🌈

These days, there are many fusion hanboks that maintain traditional beauty while adding a modern touch. K-pop idols often wear these fusion hanboks on stage, showcasing the allure of hanbok to the world. The vibrant colors and soft lines of the designs enhance the atmosphere of the performances, creating sparkling scenes where tradition and modernity blend beautifully. ✨
This time, I’ve gathered some stages where hanbok was worn during performances. Enjoy! 🎶  

In K-pop, it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that VIXX's "Shangri-La" at the 2017 GayoDaejejun opened the door to an Eastern beauty concept.❤️‍🔥 VIXX has been known for their conceptual styles since debut, incorporating elements like harnesses, chokers, and colored lenses. At the time, their bold choices raised some eyebrows, but they were truly a groundbreaking group that paved the way for everything idols do today.
While there had been some Eastern-inspired concepts in K-pop before this stage, VIXX's "Shangri-La" was incredibly fresh and innovative for its time. The performance featured hanbok costumes, fan props, choreography, a stage background supporting lyrics solely in Korean, makeup, and live singing—all perfectly executed.👏 In fact, the fandom community was buzzing right after this stage!
VIXX appeared in black hanbok with white accents, and the choreography utilizing fans, combined with the dreamy stage production, captured everyone’s attention. The performance felt like stepping into a piece of Eastern art, making it even more beautiful and mystical. Thanks to this, many fans who witnessed the stage found themselves even more enchanted by VIXX's charm. ✨

OhMyGirl's "Destiny" received rave reviews for surpassing the original!🤩

This song, originally by Lovelyz, was performed during the 2019 Mnet program "Queendom." On stage, OhMyGirl donned outfits reminiscent of the cheolrik (a type of hanbok with separate top and bottom pieces, typically worn by military officials during the Joseon Dynasty) and incorporated white fabric into their performance.🩶
"Destiny" features poignant lyrics that harmonize with Lovelyz's signature bright atmosphere. OhMyGirl reinterpreted the song with an arrangement that emphasizes the Korean feel🇰🇷, focusing more on the lyrics to express the emotional depth. The choreography using white fabric added a wistful touch, making it feel like they truly reconstructed the original in their own unique style. The entire performance felt like a poem, leaving a lasting impression that resonated deeply, rather than just being a simple stage act. 🌟  

 SEVENTEEN made a stunning appearance in traditional hanbok reinterpreted with a modern twist during their "Super" stage. The deep navy outfits adorned with gold accents perfectly matched the song's intense energy. Beyond the costumes, there were other noteworthy Korean elements to observe; member Jeonghan wore a binyeo (a traditional hairpin used to secure an updo) while performing, earning cheers from the fans. 😊
In particular, "Super" showcased a grand performance with many dancers under the concept of "Mega Crew."‼️ The sight of everyone on stage dressed in hanbok and performing in perfect synchronization was nothing short of spectacular. SEVENTEEN’s "Super" stage, radiating an Eastern energy reminiscent of martial arts heroes, heated up the K-pop scene last year and undeniably marked a new milestone in K-pop performances! 

BTS appeared on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" in the U.S.! To celebrate their comeback, a special week called "BTS Week" was organized, which garnered quite a bit of attention.👀
During this "BTS Week," BTS performed in hanbok at Gyeongbokgung Palace. The hanbok worn by the members featured a design that was both traditional and modernly reinterpreted, making the stage not just a performance but also a meaningful opportunity to showcase the beauty of Korean traditional culture and heritage.🇰🇷
Gyeongbokgung, visible in the background, is a representative royal palace of Korea located in the heart of Seoul, where one can experience the essence of traditional Korean architecture. It is a must-visit place for understanding Korean culture and history, featuring beautiful palatial structures adorned with traditional tiled roofs and vibrant dancheong.❤️💚 By performing in hanbok against the historic backdrop of Gyeongbokgung, BTS spread the charm and tradition of Korea to the world through K-pop, which likely sparked greater interest among many international fans in Korean culture and history! 🌏✨  

This past May, to celebrate the renaming of Korea's "cultural heritage" to "national heritage," NewJeans performed at the "2024 Korea On Stage - New Generation".

On stage, they showcased a total of four songs, including "Cool with You," which gained significant attention, especially the performance in front of Geunjeongjeon while wearing hanbok.🇰🇷 The hanbok, along with the accessories and beoseon (traditional socks made to keep feet warm and stylish), was so beautiful that it evoked images of fairies.🧚
The designer who created this hanbok shared some impressive insights about the production process. This hanbok was made by "Seodamhwa," the same place that collaborated with NewJeans for their hanbok photoshoot. The designer's reflections on the work were quite striking❤️‍🔥:

However, NewJeans was different.

What do you think? I believe the designer's gratitude towards NewJeans for respecting their vision and wearing the outfits beautifully was clearly conveyed to the audience during the performance. I hope we hear many more warm stories about hanbok like this in the future! 😊

Today, I’m going to share a story from one of our fanwork members, Candice, who visited the pop-up store celebrating BTS Jin's solo album release! 🎉 If you haven't been able to go, listen to Candice's review!

I was so HAPPY🤩 I got to visit JIN’s “Happy” Pop-Up Store at the -The Hyundai Seoul- on its opening day! Securing my spot through Naver’s reservation system was smooth and free, which made the whole experience even better.🕶️ And the attempt in getting the first day was worth it! Being there at the opening felt so special, honestly. I got to see everything with fresh eyes before it hit social media. I feel there is always something magical about being part of the “first look” of events related to BTS.🔮

▫️Jin "Happy" Vibes Everywhere!
The “Happy” Pop-Up itself was stunning! Every corner was filled with cheerful and colorful decorations that perfectly matched Jin's “Happy” concept.🐹💜 It felt like entering into a world dedicated to JIN’s bright energy. We could see him everywhere! From carefully created displays to photo spots, to the special messages from the Wotteo wall, everything was designed to bring HAPPINESS!✨

▫️I Loved the Small Details!
Unlike most visitors, I wasn’t there for the merch, which turned out to be a blessing in disguise. While the merch area was packed with other ARMYs, I had the rest of the space almost to myself! I could really take my time and explore every detail of the decorations, specially in Jin’s Office area, read all the signs and interact with the different zones in the event, check up close to his “Happy Album” paintings made by Jin himself, and just enjoy every part of it!🎨

▫️Messages from Fans Around the World
One of my favorite parts was reading the ARMY messages on the special “Happy” Wall. We could collect three stickers through the pop-up space, in three different zones, and then we could write messages on the stickers and put it on the “Happy” Wall. It’s always so heartwarming to see how ARMY feels about Jin and BTS, no matter where they’re from.🌏 I saw sweet messages from Canada’s ARMY, Philippines’ ARMY, and Brasil’s ARMY💜 That made me feel so proud and emotional, honestly. Of course, I left my own note as well, representing Brasil’s love for JIN. Moments like this remind me of how special the ARMY community is—it’s truly a global family!🥹🍀

▫️What I Missed Out On… 
While the experience was amazing and the space was beautiful, there were some things I couldn’t participate in because I didn’t buy merchandise.💸 For example, I couldn’t use the photo booth with its special themed frame by Photoism, which felt a little disappointing. Initially I thought I could pay to take my pictures (like we normally do), but I was not even allowed to go inside the booth!😅 I also couldn’t enter the lucky draw to win photocards, which I would have loved to take part in…

I completely understand that the main purpose of a pop-up store is to sell merch—it’s a business, after all. But it would’ve been nice if these activities could be available for all visitors, regardless of whether they made a purchase.🙌