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The word 'Ulzzang' is a Korean slang which originates from the word 'Ulgeul' meaning face, hence the 'Ul' and 'Zzang' a slang for 'best' in Korean. Ulzzang basically means you have the best face or an attractive face.
Description
Uljjang, also spelled as Ulzzang (Korean pronunciation: 얼짱), is a popular South Korean term literally meaning "best face" or "good-looking".
Many uljjangs have entered the Korean entertainment business and some have risen to stardom. The practice originated in South Korea and is mainly found in Korea, China and Japan, but can also be found in Taiwan, the United States, Canada, and Europe.
Eoljjang, also spelled as Uljjang or ulzzang (UHL-JANG), is a popular South Korean term literally meaning “best face” or “good-looking”. A slang often used by citizens, contests competing for the title of uljjang is held online. Many uljjangs have entered the Korean entertainment business, and some have risen to stardom. They originated in South Korea, and are mainly found in South Korea, China and Japan, but can also be found in North America and Europe. They are often thought of as Asia’s scene kids, because they have teased hair, the make focus of the make-up is the eyes; they take many pictures and edit them and have the same stereotypical poses.Many ulzzang wannabes post up their pictures on various websites, voting & chatting can be done on many of them. Contests, both online and in real life, are often used to pick the best ulzzangs, but u don’t necessarily need to enter/win. Some ulzzangs, however, have not relied solely on the internet. For example, some have gained popularity at school for being attractive. Most ulzzangs, do use the internet to share their photos, & that’s how many become popular.
2 most known -zzang categories:
01. Ulzzang/얼짱: Based on the face. 얼굴 (ŏlgul) means “face” in Korean.
02. Momzzang/몸짱: Based on the body. 몸 (mom) means “body” in Korean.
“Ulzzang” with “zz” is the most common way it’s written out in English on ulzzang websites. Variations on romanization include eoljjang, uhljjang, uljjang, and so on.
Characteristics
Most uljjangs share similar features. They usually have big eyes (the main focus), a high nose bridge and fair light skin. Even though in Korean the term uljjang means "best face," it is not necessary to meet all of these standards. However, most actors or actresses opted for plastic surgery to meet its standards. Some families even give vouchers or save up money for their children for plastic surgery. Among some of the most popular plastic surgeries would be East Asian blepharoplasty (also called "double eyelid surgery") andrhinoplasty to enhance the look of the nose to fit a more "western" image. Other surgeries would also include cheek reduction surgery, jaw surgery, and calf reduction surgery.
Fashion
There are a few style trends that are followed, among the most popular are; The F.O.B (fresh off the boat) style which includes a lot of layering, and the Himegyaru style( "Hime" meaning "princess" and "gyaru" meaning "type of woman") adopted from Japanese fashion.
Accessories
Ulzzangs must have a clean, blemish-free face that requires a near obsessive skincare routine. Ulzzangs desire "doll-like" eyes and wear circle lenses to make their eyes appear larger. Other accessories include glasses and false eyelashes. All uljjangs share similar features such as big eyes “the main focus” or concept of the look (as in doll eyes with long eyelashes and cute anime characteristics), high nose bridge, fair skin, etc. Circle lenses are known to be popular with most uljjangs.
Famous uljjangs
Some teenage uljjangs have become famous, and the look has become part of Korean pop culture. Some of the more successful uljjang stars include:
Ku Hye Sun
Nam Sang-mi
Nam Sang-mi in 2003.
Park Han-byul
Kang Eun-bi
Kim Hye Sung
Kim Tae-hee
Kim E Mi
Lee Do Hyeong
Lee Yeon Joo
Lee Dong Hae of K-pop boy band Super Junior
Lee Sung Min of K-pop boy band Super Junior
Yoon Hye Su
Kim Hyun Joong
Kim Jae-Joong of the popular boyband Dong Bang Shin Ki
Lee Jooyeon of K-pop girl group After School
Kim Jun Eun of the Funky Fresh Crew & Kimchi Kids
Hyomin of K-pop girl group T-ara
Lee U (Lee Seung Hyun) of K-pop boy band F.Cuz
Choi Jong Hun of K-pop boy band FT Island
Jung Yong Hwa of K-pop boy band CN Blue
Lee Jong Hyun of K-pop boy band CN Blue
Heo Young Saeng of K-pop boy band SS501
Park Yun Hwa of K-pop boy band T-Max
Lee Kiseop of K-pop boy band U-Kiss
QRi of K-pop girl group T-ara
Goo Hara of K-pop girl group Kara
Jang Hyun Seung of K-pop boy band Beast
Sandara Park of K-pop girl group 2NE1
Yura (Kim Ah Young) of K-pop girl group Girl's Day
Yoona (Im Yoona) of K-pop girl group Girls Generation
Sooyoung (Choi Sooyoung) of K-pop girl group Girls Generation
Jessica (Jung Jessica) of K-pop girl group Girls Generation
Taeyeon (Kim Taeyeon) of K-pop girl group Girls Generation
Sui (Kim Sori) of K-pop girl group CHI CHI
Hwang Inseok of K-pop boy band SHU-I
Park Hyungjun of K-pop boy band SHU-I
Karam of K-pop boy band The Boss (band)
Haewon of K-pop boy band X-5
Ahn Jaehyo of K-pop boy band Block B
Many uljjangs have entered the Korean entertainment business, and some have risen to stardom. Some teenage uljjangs grew famous because of their looks, and became part of the Korean pop culture. Most famous ulzzangs may earn celebrity status. Some ulzzangs may even become real celebrities by going into acting, singing, or modeling careers.
These Ulzzangs are promoted through popular internet portal communities and judged by the online community, after which they are approved of having an 'Ulgeul' that is 'Zzang', they become popular and are spread throughout different online communities.
Well, if you want to be Ulzzang too, I can teach you how the ways. You just need to read my next post. But you need to wait cause I'm still preparing that post.
