Bench ambassadors Yeji, Lia, Ryujin, Chaeryeong, and Yuna flew back to the country for a much-awaited fan meet
For K-pop sensation ITZY, there's nothing better than combining comfort and style. Wearing snug yet comfortable fits from Bench last April 15 and 16, Yeji, Lia, Ryujin, Chaeryeong, and Yuna once again graced Filipino fans—Midzys—with their return.
It hasn't even been a year since their last visit to the country. The Not Shy and Wannabe singers held the Philippine part of their 'Checkmate' World Tour last January 14 and 15 in the Mall of Asia Arena. And now, they reunited with Midzys in a fan meet event hosted by Bench titled WannaBe with Bench. The founder and CEO of the brand, Ben Chan, announced their return last February 28, and it has been creating a buzz ever since.
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In the press conference for the event, ITZY shares their love for the brand, style preferences, and their joy of returning to the Philippines.
On their Bench campaign
When ITZY first learned of their partnership with Bench, they were thrilled. Aside from genuinely enjoying the clothes, they saw the Midzys again because of events. "It's also a way for us to show ITZY differently," adds Chaeryeong.
As one of the global ambassadors for the clothing brand, the singers receive pieces they can try on and wear for the campaign. But rather than returning or putting them aside in their closets after the shoots, they boast of the clothes' usability and practicality.
"I enjoyed all the outfits we tried in the photo shoot. I wear these clothes daily," shares Yuna. Ryujin and the rest agreed, stating the clothes were "very comfortable."
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When asked if certain pieces attracted their attention during the shoot, they shared that it was difficult to choose because everything was good. But when cajoled, Yeji admitted that there was one that she liked.
"A piece of clothing that I remember was a thin cardigan we got to wear in a photoshoot. I focus on wearing clothes that create a wonderful fit for the body. I really [enjoy pieces like that]," ITZY's leader says. The host, Robi Domingo, affirms that it's "comfort and style at the same time."
On dressing up
When asked who among them loved to dress up, the members all pointed to Yuna and Lia. Still, all members strive to look good on or off stage, and their ambassadorship with the clothing brand enables them to do so. It amplifies their already stylish personas.
