ILLIT showcases a romantic yet cool style in HIGHSNOBIETY JAPAN's holiday issue, featuring Valentino's collection and their rising influence.
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ILLIT has displayed a romantic yet cool charm that colors the holiday season in fashion media. Berlin-based fashion media HIGHSNOBIETY JAPAN released the cover of 'HIGHSNOBIETY JAPAN ISSUE15 HOLIDAY' today (10th), featuring ILLIT and luxury brand 'VALENTINO'. The released cover image showcases ILLIT members in luxurious looks with striking monochrome contrasts against a cool white background. They exude a strong gaze and a mode presence amidst a doll-like cuteness, creating a unique visual that embodies both glamour and coolness. The photos and interviews expressing 'Cute and Romantic' while adorned in VALENTINO's holiday collection will be featured in 'HIGHSNOBIETY JAPAN ISSUE15 HOLIDAY', available on the 19th. ILLIT, whose debut song 'Magnetic' became a global hit, has garnered attention not only in the music scene but also in the fashion world since their debut last March. In Japan, they have participated in major fashion events for two consecutive years, including 'Rakuten GirlsAward 2024 SPRING/SUMMER' in May last year and '41st Mynavi Tokyo Girls Collection 2025 AUTUMN/WINTER' this September. Furthermore, they have graced the covers of popular fashion magazines like 'VOGUE JAPAN' (digital), 'ViVi', 'non-no', and 'NYLON JAPAN', each time generating significant buzz. Their visual sense and influence, from 'Yume Kawaii' to high fashion, have firmly established them as next-generation fashion icons. As the year-end approaches, ILLIT is set to appear on TBS's 'CDTV Live! Live! Christmas LOVE SONG Fes.' on the 15th, the '67th Japan Record Awards' on the 30th, and the '76th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen' on the 31st. Notably, their consecutive appearances at the '76th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen' mark them as the first and only fifth-generation K-POP group to achieve this feat, proving their strong popularity in Japan. With their activities spanning music and fashion, ILLIT continues to capture attention.
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The 2025 KBS Global Festival in Korea will be exclusively streamed live on Hulu on December 19, featuring top K-POP artists like NCT DREAM and LE SSERAFIM. The festival showcases a variety of genres and includes special performances from various artists, making it a must-see for K-POP fans worldwide.
The 2025 FNS歌謡祭's second night showcased popular Korean artists including 東方神起, TOMORROW X TOGETHER, ILLIT, and NiziU, each delivering unique performances. Highlights included 東方神起's collaboration on 'OH MY LITTLE GIRL' and TOMORROW X TOGETHER's 'Can't Stop'. ILLIT and NiziU also impressed with their covers and original songs.
ILLIT performed at the FNS Music Festival 2025, showcasing their hit 'Almond Chocolate' and a cover of Every Little Thing's '出逢った頃のように'. Their emotional performance and perfect Japanese pronunciation garnered praise on social media. They continue to rise in popularity, having received multiple awards and chart success this year.
The 67th Japan Record Awards will feature performances by popular K-pop artists ILLIT, &TEAM, and BOYNEXTDOOR, who have received multiple awards. ILLIT won the Excellent Work Award for 'Almond Chocolate', &TEAM received the Special International Music Award, and BOYNEXTDOOR won Rookie of the Year. The event will air on December 30 from 5:30 PM to 10 PM.
On the morning of the 9th, ILLIT departed for Japan through Gimpo International Airport for the 2025 FNS Music Festival. This article is based on local media coverage. Additionally, four groups from Korea, including TXT and TREASURE, are confirmed to perform at the festival. ILLIT recently achieved their first No. 1 after their comeback on 'Music Bank,' thanking their fans for the support.
ILLIT celebrated their first trophy win after their comeback on KBS 2TV's Music Bank for their single 'NOT CUTE ANYMORE'. They expressed gratitude to fans and staff, showcasing a captivating performance with stylish winter fashion. The song has topped charts globally, including Spotify and Billboard, and continues to receive positive reviews.
ILLIT, gaining popularity with their 1st single 'NOT CUTE ANYMORE', has achieved notable success in Japan and Korea. Their songs 'Almond Chocolate' and 'Magnetic' ranked 77th and 91st on the Billboard JAPAN Hot 100. They also excelled on Spotify, ranking among the top artists and groups for streaming. Their latest single is trending among teens and gaining traction on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
On December 15, TBS will air the Christmas LOVE SONG Fes., featuring artists such as ILLIT, ENHYPEN, and Stray Kids. This special will showcase popular love songs and includes a performance by Gen Hoshino. The event is part of a three-week series leading to a New Year's countdown special on December 31.
ILLIT makes a comeback with their first single 'NOT CUTE ANYMORE', revealing a more mature side and a broader musical spectrum. The members express excitement about showcasing their unique charm and growth, emphasizing that they cannot be defined by cuteness alone. They aim for deeper connections with fans and hope to achieve success in music charts.
