Mogwai 15,203 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 With all the buzz around Blanc & Eclare, we thought it would be the perfect time to chat with their fashion-savvy creative director and founder, Jessica Jung. The San Francisco-born, Korea-raised singer, model, and designer spills her personal style tips, fashion influences, and day-to-day design perspective. You spent a lot of time in the entertainment world growing up, particularly in music. When did you first start getting into fashion?I was always intrigued by fashion since I was a little girl. I always loved trips to the mall and department stores with my mom—she would have to drag me away from the shoe department. I recall telling her that I was going to marry a shoe salesman just so I could be closer to shoes. Blanc & Eclare started with sunglasses. What made you choose eyewear? How big is your personal collection of sunglasses? I believe accessories are key to making a certain outfit successful - you can have sunglasses play as a big or as small a role as you’d like. I might have as many pairs of sunglasses as I do shoes...now that’s a scary thought. Describe a day in your life when you’re working on your line. For one, the room, desks and floors get absolutely messy, covered with fabrics, buttons, acetate, you name it. When I focus, I like to work for hours on end - kind of like when I’m in the zone, there’s a certain energy that fills the room and the team gets excited. We sometimes work through the night and it’s actually fun and productive. What do you think you’d be doing if you didn’t work in the fashion world?I really can’t see a scenario where I’m not somehow working in the fashion industry—it’s just in my DNA. Describe your personal style. What or who are you influenced by? Do you look at what’s trending in fashion each season? I’m a lover of the classic yet timeless style. Our brand incorporates my personal taste in many aspects. I certainly keep up with many different fashion trend setters and I hope to one day be considered a trendsetter as well! You’ve quickly become a leader in your industry and for Asian girls who love fashion. What are your top style tips? First and foremost, be confident and feel comfortable in what you wear and carry. Don't be afraid to mix and match - experimenting is good! What’s the best piece of career advice you’ve received, and if you could give someone career advice from your experiences what would it be? Don’t look back and regret, rather look forward and be excited about what’s to come. I always used to worry about life, but I’ve learned over the years that worrying only drags you down. I can’t recall being happier than I am today. How has running your own fashion company changed the way you view fashion and personal style? Humbled. I have learned to respect the art way more than I did in the past. It is certainly a gratifying experience, but the process of planning, designing, manufacturing, and logistics has shown me a side of fashion that I never really had a chance to see. It’s challenging, but I love it! Fill in the blank: The three things I can’t live without are… My iPhone, music, and fans.My favorite instagram accounts to follow are… I don't follow any other accounts other than @official_blancgroup, but I do like to look at food and fashion related accountsWhen I am in NYC, I always visit… Bergdorf Goodman and Marea.My must-have beauty product is…moisturizing cream and lip balm.I like to unwind by…cuddling up in bed and watching tv all day.My dream travel destination is…anywhere I haven't been yet.My favorite meal is…Korean food. I can't live without it.The last movie I saw was…Mad Max.The best fashion advice I ever received is… embrace your height.My go-to drink order is... red wine or rosé champagne. Interview by Otte NY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ICETERO 9,070 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 She's such a kween Bless her Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ahjumma Laugh 837 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 The three things I can’t live without are… My iPhone, music, and fans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shugwi 12,550 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 She's such a kween Bless her Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S_cavalier 4,347 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Congrats Jess! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lys 4,706 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 The best fashion advice I ever received is… embrace your height. 220 cm! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modella 2,015 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Queen Sica ;______; Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Vixen 372 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 YES YES YES APPLAUSE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stay Away 1,655 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Describe a day in your life when you’re working on your line. For one, the room, desks and floors get absolutely messy, covered with fabrics, buttons, acetate, you name it. When I focus, I like to work for hours on end - kind of like when I’m in the zone, there’s a certain energy that fills the room and the team gets excited. We sometimes work through the night and it’s actually fun and productive. Honestly I love this question and the answer. She's finally talking like a designer and thanks to the interviewer for bringing out this info from her. I understand the feeling. Working through the night is always the best time of the day for me to get any design work done right. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Mogwai 15,203 Posted October 22, 2015 Author Share Posted October 22, 2015 Honestly I love this question and the answer. She's finally talking like a designer and thanks to the interviewer for bringing out this info from her. I understand the feeling. Working through the night is always the best time of the day for me to get any design work done right. lol Mte that was my favourite part. This was quite a good interview, albeit a short one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vogue 2,424 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 lol @ the best fashion advice. i love her career advice and we actually have the same fashion style, classic yet timeless. i'm glad she's happy and doing the job she likes now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeong jaehyuns boyfriend 10,627 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 i love her so much... i really hope she succeeds! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palechibi 2,748 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 both her a krystal have this elegant vibe to them i love it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.I.P OCTOBER 28 644 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 classy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingSoshi 2,315 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 She's so sweet, and just as messy as me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jjang~ 10,185 Posted October 23, 2015 Share Posted October 23, 2015 cr: SassyJessicat_89 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red_dawn 727 Posted October 23, 2015 Share Posted October 23, 2015 I really liked this mini interview. Do well, fashion designer Jess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToujoursSistar 7,681 Posted October 23, 2015 Share Posted October 23, 2015 Queen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
____ iz testing me 539 Posted October 23, 2015 Share Posted October 23, 2015 Do you Jess! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plsdelete 1,338 Posted October 23, 2015 Share Posted October 23, 2015 Describe your personal style. What or who are you influenced by? Do you look at what’s trending in fashion each season? I’m a lover of the classic yet timeless style. Our brand incorporates my personal taste in many aspects. I certainly keep up with many different fashion trend setters and I hope to one day be considered a trendsetter as well! Same~ I like stuff that I can wear that won't go "out of style" because it's simple and pretty enough to last beyond the seasons. Jessica sounds really cute and perky in this interview, haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auji121 33 Posted October 23, 2015 Share Posted October 23, 2015 "Don't look back and regret"...never gonna look back girl... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Lynnie 1,207 Posted October 23, 2015 Share Posted October 23, 2015 She's amazing! I love her! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boooo 2,469 Posted October 24, 2015 Share Posted October 24, 2015 She´s so adorable on interviews. I´ve got to know her so much more than before. She is a grown woman and i admire her so much. You go babe, i love you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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