Aespa Karina Facts
- Karina is the tallest member in both aespa and GOT.
- Her nickname is Karomi. (She wants MY to create nicknames for her because currently she doesn’t have any fan nicknames.)
- She has a black belt in Taekwondo.
- She made an appearance in Taemin ‘s MV “Want” and was a special cameo in G Dragon’s MV “Too Bad” (scroll down for MV Link)
- She collaborated with Kai from EXO in the virtual showcase between Hyundai Motor Company and SM Entertainment (2020).
- She covered BLACKPINK ‘s “Boombayah” and HyunA‘s “Bubble Pop” at hansol festival in 2016. KARINA covered Jennie’s parts in the “Boombayah” cover.
- She is Catholic.
- Favorite female artists are f(x), Taeyeon, IU and Park Soojin.
- Her favorite songs –
- “How do I look”, “Boogie On & On”, “Nike Shoes” and “If I Die Tomorrow” by Beenzino
- “Red Light” by f(x)
- Favorite words – cute, bbuing, uing.
- Favorite color – blue.
- Favorite item – lipsticks. (Likes so much that she likes to send lipsticks as gift. And her drawer is almost full of lipsticks).
- Favorite season – spring.
- Favorite animals include cats, dogs, tigers, crocodiles and sharks.
- Favorite foods include tonkatsu, carbonated drinks. pink pringles and jelly
- Favorite movies – Rapunzel and Frozen.
- Likes green tea and barley tea.
- She can catch stuffs with her feet.
- She cracks her knuckles a lot.
- When at home, she tends to watch reruns of variety shows.
- On important days, she wears her rosary ring.
- The emoji she uses the most – 🥺
- She relieves her stress by eating and shopping.
- Likes to read in a quiet place.
- Karina wants to learn to cook, makeup, how to be a producer, and how to compose songs (Her solo song “up” is written by her).
- She used to date Lee Jaewook, but now they are no longer together as of April 2, 2024.
- Her ideal type is a nice guy who only likes her, has a pretty nose, and is taller than 180cm.
Aespa Karina childhood
Karina was born and raised in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. She grew up with her parents and an older sister. She attended Hansol High School. While her older sister followed her mother to be a nurse, Karina became a nano influencer with much of a smaller following. She attended a piano academy and even won a prize.
Karina, originally known as Jimin during her ulzzang days, was a well-known figure in the online community, recognised for her exceptional visuals. Like many influencers, she collaborated with brands, modelling fashion items for her audience. She had around 5,000 followers.
An Instagram post of her from 2016 resurfaced, showing her endorsement of a local accessories brand called Toatres. In the post, Karina paired a casual pink sweater and white tennis skirt with a tote bag featuring stylish artwork. She expressed her admiration for the design, stating, “The design is also pretty. It’s so pretty. I really like it,” which was later reposter by the brand. Later, she was scouted by an SM Entertainment representative through social media. After being discovered, She drop out of school to concentrate on her training where she trained for four years before her debuting. She subsequently obtained a GED (High school equivalent certificate).
Aespa Karina Appearance
Karina is known for her striking appearance and AI like features. She possesses a tall and slender figure, which complements her modeling background. Karina often showcases a versatile style that ranges from elegant and chic to edgy and contemporary. Karina is noted for her classic beauty with clear features, including expressive eyes and a captivating smile. With her small face, She perfectly fits KBS (Korean Beauty Standards).
Aespa Karina Fashion
Karina’s aesthetic is characterised by a mix of feminine charm and urban flair, making her outfits both eye-catching and sophisticated. Her fashion choices frequently incorporate high-fashion pieces and streetwear elements that blends bold colors, unique patterns, and statement accessories. Her hairstyle and makeup often vary to suit aespa’s concept for each comeback, highlighting her adaptability and versatility as an idol. To know more about Karina’s fashion style, check out K-Pop Fashion
Aespa Karina – Special Achievements
- AESPA Karina is the fastest fourth-generation female to hit the achievement (235 days).
- She has reached the highest possible level on Gardenscapes (Level 9926), no. 1 on the Korean player chart.
- She topped Star News‘ female idol category for 8 weeks. (2022)
- She topped South Korean’s brand reputation for K-pop artists and influencers for two consecutive months. (2021)
- Karina defeated BLACKPINK Jennie and placed first in both the June and July issue in the Korean Business Research Institute’s monthly Individual Girl Group Members Brand Power Ranking. (2021)