Recently, a post circulated across online communities featuring a magazine street-fashion shoot from when Son Ye-jin was 17 years old. The images originally appeared in the fashion magazine Kiki, showcasing her pre-debut look under her birth name, Son Eon-jin.
In the resurfaced photos, Son Ye-jin appears with a completely natural face and noticeably fuller cheeks, wearing orthodontic braces at the time.
She was introduced in the magazine’s “street fashionista” section under the title “Innocent Princess”, highlighting her youthful charm even before her official entertainment debut.
At the time, she wore a white skirt and a sleeveless top, paired with a unique backpack accessory that reflected early-2000s fashion trends.
According to the original magazine description, her expression stood out for its natural, slightly reserved pose: “Even when asked to smile, she kept her mouth closed because she was wearing braces.”
The feature also noted her attention to fashion despite being a teenager still in school.
As the photos spread online, netizens quickly reacted with mixed but mostly nostalgic comments:
- She’s a natural-born beauty.
- So innocent and pure.
- Her vibe is completely different now.
- Is this really Son Ye-jin?
- She was pretty even back then.
Some also noted how her appearance has evolved over time, while still acknowledging her long-standing visual appeal.
Son Ye-jin officially debuted in 1999 during her final year of high school through a commercial modeling campaign.
She later rose to fame through hit films such as The Classic, A Moment to Remember, My Wife Got Married, and The Negotiation, becoming one of Korea’s most recognized romantic film actresses.
In television, she solidified her status with dramas like Something in the Rain and the global hit Crash Landing on You, which significantly expanded her international popularity.
Son Ye-jin married actor Hyun Bin in 2022, and the couple welcomed a son, becoming one of Korea’s most high-profile celebrity families.
Recently, both stars have also drawn attention for being nominated in major awards categories at the upcoming Baeksang Arts Awards, further fueling public interest in their careers.
Sources: Daum | 마이데일리
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