TWICE's Chaeyoung Talks About Image, FANCY's Concept

Often, Chaeyoung charms the audiences with her fluffy, cutesy persona, but in this photo session, she donned a sleek all-black outfit, which entirely different from her usual demeanor. The idol indeed exuded a chic and strong vibe.

"Even though I'm the youngest in TWICE and have a cute image because I debuted at a young age, I think I suit a strong image like this as well," she shared.

Speaking of self-expression, Chaeyoung took the Hollywood actress Kristen Stewart as an example.

"To me, freedom is expressing what you want to express. Just as Kristen Stewart wore Converse shoes with her dress at the Cannes Film Festival, I also want to become someone who breaks the unspoken rules. Some people think of idols as just pretty and cute people with lots of aegyo, but I want to expand that image. This image, that image, they can all be considered idols, and I think that can be expressed in different ways," she went on.

The TWICE member also opened up about the group's recent comeback FANCY and its concept that differs from their previous hits.

"It's a little sad to say that 'FANCY' has turned our concept into simply 'sexy.' Sexy isn't the only way for us to make a breakthrough. If we've displayed a cheerful and energetic image before, we were more confident and straightforward with 'Fancy.' As our turning point, it has the message that we have a lot more to show, so this is the album I have the greatest soft spot for," Chaeyong said.

"Because I have a job that's based on appearance, sometimes I feel bloated or I have some things I don't like. Sometimes I want to lose weight. But then I think, this is me, is there a reason for me to live while hiding these things? I always use those kinds of lines when I'm writing lyrics. I prefer worn-down vintage clothes for new ones. I think it's cool to be natural. So I'm going to have to be a cool person," she furthered.

Chaeyong then talked about the new hairstyle she wants to try on after sporting various hair colors in the past.

"I've tried red, green, orange, pink, and blonde hair, but I think black hair suits me the best. I want to try a shorter bob this time. I like undercuts too, and I want to try shaving [my hair] off completely," the TWICE member shared.

The full version of Chaeyoung's photoshoot and interview will be unveiled in September.