aespa's WINTER graces the cover of Esquire April 2026, showcasing Polo Ralph Lauren's collection and discussing her world tour.
March/25/2026 19:15
aespa's WINTER adorned the cover of the April issue of 'Esquire'. This photoshoot is a collaboration project with Polo Ralph Lauren, where WINTER is an ambassador, showcasing the brand's Spring/Summer 2026 collection. She wore various items, from a vivid red knit dress reminiscent of spring flowers to a wild-looking jacket and swimsuit. Notably, WINTER was photographed with minimal makeup, drawing even more attention. She expressed, 'Polo Ralph Lauren originally has a diverse image, so every time we collaborate, it's fun to show various charms that match it.' The following interview also provided glimpses of WINTER's diverse sides. Currently on a world tour, WINTER introduced aespa's various charms encountered during performances. Regarding the keyword 'iron taste' associated with the shows, she mentioned, 'You might imagine a heavy and dark atmosphere, but there are many cute songs than you think, and the stage is structured considering communication with the audience, so you will feel the spectrum.' She also spoke about the emotions felt during performances, stating, 'When the song starts, and the cheers exceed that music, I'm really happy,' and explained, 'Thanks to those voices, dopamine is released for us, allowing us to enjoy together with fans.' She shared that her biggest personal goal right now is to have an experience where she can truly say, 'I enjoyed this stage completely and was completely free.' Various topics were discussed in the interview, including the joy and difficulty of singing aespa's songs, the backstory behind her solo song 'BLUE', memories of her first birthday party event 'WINTER Blues' held last year, and her special feelings for the members. The April 2026 issue of 'Esquire' featuring WINTER on the cover is available for purchase at Korean bookstores and can be checked on the 'Esquire Korea' website.
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