Holiday season is officially in session. And so is shopping for your loved ones.
If you're stumbling across this article right now, you're at the right place to find the essentials for any K-pop fan this holiday season. Besides wanting their faves, there are some items you can easily get for any K-pop artist! From beauty, skincare, clothing, accessories and miscelleaneous items, there's something for everyone on the list!
However, be warned. You might just go over budget.
1. Concert Tickets
This is an absolute no brainer but probably (and most likely) the most expensive thing on your list. If you're residing in the U.S., there are at least a handful of shows that are set to make waves Stateside but also your wallet. Seventeen, Vanner, ITZY, Stray Kids, Eric Nam, and Hyukoh are some of the confirmed Korean musical acts to tour the U.S. with tickets currently on sale via SubKulture, MyMusicTaste, Live Nation and AEG.
2. Lighsticks
Well, if you're heading to your favorite K-pop artist's concert, then you'll definitely their lightstick. (And an extra pair of batteries too.) You can grab your lighsticks at Withdrama or some artist's official stores.
3. Officially Licensed Merch
Whether it's concert merch or general merchandise, artists like BTS, Blackpink, TWICE, ITZY, SHINee, Red Velvet (and more) have released mini-lighstick keychains, enamel pins, shirts and more to satisfy your needs to stunt as a fan of your faves. As the concert's just a little over a month away, you can prep for ITZY's concert with SubKulture's exclusive tour hoodie!
4. Fanmade Merch
Enamel pins, photocards, fanart and custom made items are some of the best fanmade merchandise we've seen on the internet. Browse through Etsy or even Twitter, you'll definitely find some cool gems! Not to mention Redbubble as well for some cool fanmade clothing!
5. Seasons Greetings
As the new year is just around the corner, why not count down your important days with a calendar of your faves? Check out Withdrama's catalogue of calendars.
6. Nerdy Tracksuits & Down Jackets (aka "Padding")
You probably have seen them worn by your favorite idols at the airport or casually. But you have definitely seen it at the famous Idol Olympics also known as ISAC. The infamous bold-colored two-stripe tracksuit have been a hot item amongst K-pop fans! Grab the set and other Nerdy merchandise on their online store. Let's not forget their padding down jackets to keep yourselves warm during the winter. (Yes, they ship globally!)
7. Kakao Friends & LINE Friends
You can't deny how cute these characters are! Not to mention BT21 character for LINE and the recent TWICE collaboration Kakao Friends did.
8. Skincare
If you want to get that glowy, dewy and flawless skin like your faves, will, it's best to ask for some skincare! It's always a great gift when you pamper yourself. However, if you're unsure on what particular item to get. It's always best to go with a set! Check out the Moisture Miracle Set and Ho-Ho Holiday Kit set from Belif cosmetics.
9. Rechargeable Phonecases
For avid concertgoers who record or livetweet throughout the show, and also (will most likely) need it for their bluetooth paired lightsticks, a rechargeable phonecase is a must have compared to a portable powerbank. The last thing we want is a dead phone by the end of the concert! Casely offers dozens of designs on their new power collection cases that are available online now. (Side note: Buy 2 Get 1 Free deal going on right now! Use code: SNOWFLAKE)
10. Albums
Do we really need to explain why?
