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K-Pop Stars Become Models as Fashion Brands Eye Their Global Fanbase

An ever increasing number of luxury fashion houses are enlisting K-pop idols brand ambassadors as they seek to tap into their global followings and generate buzz beyond their markets.
K-pop star HyunA is Loewe's latest global brand ambassador. Loewe
K-pop star HyunA was named a global brand ambassador for Loewe. (Loewe)

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