On Thursday, September 12, the renowned fashion magazine Esquire Korea revealed teasers of its October edition, with Stray Kids' Hyunjin as the cover model.
Esquire Korea's official social media account released three covers featuring Hyunjin and a comprehensive caption regarding the forthcoming edition. The caption disclosed that Stray Kids' Hyunjin is the newly appointed ambassador for Cartier.
Embracing the new Cartier ambassadorship, Hyunjin flaunted the dainty jewelry pieces of the French luxury label in the cover images. These celebratory jewelry pieces belonged to the brand’s Trinity collection, commemorating its 100th anniversary.
Stray Kids' Hyunjin's latest endeavor pleased his admirers, who flooded the internet with appreciation for the singer. One of them wrote,
“How is this guy real”
Many other mixed responses from Hyunjin’s diehards and other X users were also recorded on the internet.
“Congratulations to Hyunjin and Cartier! They deserve each other, and they will help each other shine even brighter!,” a fan stated.
“THE INCOMPARABLY SPLENDID HWANG HYUNJIN CONGRATS MY LOVE,” another X user commented.
“THIS IS WHAT KING DESERVED,” Hyunjin’s diehard wrote.
While many fans congratulated the Stray Kids’ member for his latest appointment, others adored his stunning looks for Esquire Korea’s cover. Another admirer commended Hyunjin for being an ambassador for two major fashion brands, Cartier and Versace. Hyunjin took on as Versace’s global brand ambassador in July 2024.
“I NEED TO FIND AIR TO BREATH,” remarked a fan.
“he definitely ate,” another X user stated.
"ambassadorships for two different biggest luxury brands in just one year. who is even doing it like Hwang Hyunjin?,” remarked another fan.
Esquire Korea's October 2024 edition will contain an 18-page photoshoot and interview with Stray Kids' Hyunjin
Along with the cover images of Stray Kids’ Hyunjin, Esquire Korea publicized other details of the upcoming October 2024 issue. The magazine will feature an 18-page spread featuring Hyunjin's photoshoot and interview. The caption of the cover on Esquire Korea’s Instagram page reads,
“Just a few days before Chuseok, we are thrilled to make an exclusive announcement through the October issue of Esquire: Stray Kids' Hyunjin has been named the new ambassador for Cartier. His striking visuals, powerful charisma, and irresistible aura blend perfectly with the Trinity collection, which celebrates its 100th anniversary.
“As expected, 'Hwang Jewel' Hyunjin shines once again. You'll find an 18-page spread featuring Hyunjin's stunning photoshoot and interview in the October issue of Esquire.”
Hyunjin of Stray Kids has been seen wearing Cartier jewelry before. The K-pop star wore the jewelry line's designs on the cover of Esquire magazine in June 2023. Subsequently, Hyunjin emerged as the cover model for the May 2024 edition of Elle Korea magazine, released in collaboration with Cartier.
Most recently, on September 5, Stray Kids' Hyunjin was spotted wearing Cartier’s dainty designs for the shoot of Knowing Bros. The Stray Kids' episode of Knowing Bros is anticipated to be aired sometime in the coming weeks of September.