Cover From office siren to oversized cool, get inspired by the queen of shades: 5 sharp eyewear looks by Blackpink’s Jennie (Photo: Moncler)
From office siren to oversized cool, get inspired by the queen of shades: 5 sharp eyewear looks by Blackpink’s Jennie (Photo: Moncler)
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Steal tips from the queen of shades: 5 ways Blackpink’s Jennie masters bold eyewear, sleek tints, and runway drama
Which came first, the Ray-Ban ambassadorship or the eyewear aura? When it comes to Jennie from Blackpink, the answer is clearly the latter, with the artist constantly bringing her distinct sense of style and swagger to the stage. There’s something about the way she wears a piece of eyewear, whether it’s retro rectangular specs or sunglasses—the outfit just comes alive in the most Jennie-like manner. Between her iconic Moncler and Gentle Monster collaborations and fashion week appearances, Jennie has turned sunglasses into high-fashion punctuation marks. If you’re trying to figure out your eyewear style or simply looking for inspired ideas to wear pieces you already have, take a look at Jennie’s five coolest eyewear looks below.
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Wear fierce on feminine
Balance ultra-soft silhouettes with razor-sharp eyewear. One of Jennie’s signature styling signatures is intentional contradiction. Instead of pairing a sweet pastel cardigan, floral slip, or ruffled mini dress with delicate accessories, she cuts through the sweetness with sharp, angular cat-eye frames or metallic rectangular sunglasses. The juxtaposition keeps feminine pieces grounded, giving off an effortless, “I just threw this on” edge rather than looking overly delicate. Next time you wear soft knits, ballet flats, or romantic lace, skip the rounded retro frames and reach for an aggressive, upturned cat-eye in jet black or brushed chrome.
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Try office siren chic
Bring Bayonetta-inspired tailoring into the spotlight. Long before corporate minimalism became the aesthetic of the season, Jennie was already mastering the office siren look. Think crisp poplin shirts, pleated micro-minis, and rimless or thin wire-frame spectacles. Whether opting for clear opticals or subtle ombré tints, she proved that bookish, early-2000s rectangular glasses can feel razor-sharp, sultry, and completely elevated. Pair frameless wire rectangles with tailored blazers, slicked-back buns, and minimal makeup to deliver effortless boardroom polish with an editorial bite.
Have a signature shape
Anchor your wardrobe with an unmistakable eyewear silhouette. While Jennie experiments constantly, her true go-to has always been the narrow oval frame, like her Ray-Ban Daddy-o’s. From airport terminals to backstage photo dumps, sleek, horizontal oval frames serve as her visual anchor. Finding a distinct frame shape that flatters your facial structure makes your styling recognizable—transforming an accessory into a personal trademark. Audit your face shape and pick one silhouette—be it ‘90s slim ovals, geometric hexagons, or classic aviators—that becomes your default, no-matter-the-outfit uniform.
Build a little mystery
Master gradient lenses and understated silhouettes. Not every statement shade needs opaque, blacked-out lenses. Jennie often opts for gradient tints—faded tea, soft burgundy, or sheer amber—that let the eyes partially show through, especially when styled for golden hour or evening events. It offers the cool detachment of dark shades while maintaining intimacy and depth, creating an enigmatic aura rather than a total wall. Choose frames with 40–60% lens density or a soft vertical fade. They transition seamlessly from outdoors to dim indoor spaces without looking out of place.
Go big or go home
Embrace exaggerated, shield-style proportions. When Jennie commits to drama, she doesn’t hold back. Whether sporting full wraparound sporty shields or oversized,futuristic frames accented with detachable charms, ribbon detailing, or heavy acetate rims, she treats eyewear as the centerpiece of an outfit rather than a footnote. An oversized frame instantly commands attention and gives even the most relaxed looks instant runway cred. Keep the rest of your outfit monochrome or understated, throw on an oversized mask or wrapped shield frame, and let the eyewear do the talking.
Chonx Tibajia is a senior editor at Tatler Asia’s T-Labs team, where she writes widely on lifestyle subjects including beauty, style, entertainment and travel. She has a long career in journalism, including roles as a columnist at The Philippine Star, and is the founder of the creative platform Pineappleversed. Beyond Tatler, her bylines appear in regional lifestyle and business publications, showcasing a broad portfolio that spans beauty trends, travel guides and culture pieces.
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