The Korean takeover has arrived. Jiwon and Henry bring their signature flair to the runway. The Philippine fashion scene just got a fresh wave of Seoul energy—sharp, sleek, and impossibly COOL. Burn Book got the inside scoop on their favorite styles, scenes, eras, skincare, and the runway looks they swear by. #CoolisinSession #CoolBurnBook

GETTING TO KNOW JIWON

Name: Jiwon Lim

Nationality: Korean

Height: 5'8

Agency: Mercator

What’s your modeling nickname? Mostly Jiwon, sometimes Pia

Favorite fashion era? 1980s-2000s

How did you get into modeling? It's been my little girl dream but never had the gut to actually try until last year. I joined a modeling workshop, went to a casting and ended up doing my first ever shoot for ANTONINA.

STYLE QUESTIONS

Signature runway walk? My walk is quite different with each other because I try to embody and characterize the piece I'm wearing but one signature point is.. hip movement.

Your go-to off-duty outfit? Tight tee with baggy cargo jeans. Cargo has to have a ton of pockets. Has to be saggy and so worn out like it's been worn for years. A little styling and accessorising here and there.

Favorite designer? If I had to choose just one, then... Ralph Lauren. Classic. My fav ever since I was a little girl.

A fashion trend you wish would come back? I love the 70s fashion. The girl boss suits, jumpsuits, and the boho style. LOTS OF JEANS!

A trend you wish would disappear forever? Gonna get hated for this but.. ballet flats or even the ballet heels.. as a former ballet dancer myself, it doesnt sit so right with me..

Best fashion advice you’ve ever received? Rejection is part of our job, so don't let it consume you. Learn how to cope or brush it off.

MODELING CAREER QUESTIONS

The shoot that challenged you the most? Magazine shoot. The ways for posing was different from what I usually did, which was beauty. But still learned and enjoyed.

What’s your dream campaign? Ralph Lauren campaign

A photographer you’d love to work with? Rojan Maguyon

What do you always carry in your model bag? Issy Universal Clear lip balm and heated eyelash curler for my very much straight lashes.

SKINCARE QUESTIONS

Your must-have skincare product? The Madeca Cream from Centellian 24. Best hydrating and dewy cream.

Favorite makeup look for castings? Sunnies Skin Booster and a thin layer of Issy Active Skin Tinit. The GLOW.

Hair care secret? Always brush your hair from the bottom. Unless you have curly hair..

One beauty rule you never break? HYDRATION!! My tumbler is my best friend. Always refilled

Fragrance that feels “so you”? Haven't found my signiture yet but.. something soft like lavender and powdery, maybe even a hint of musk for extra charm.