Kim Yoo Jung turned heads in Paris on October 2, 2026, stepping out in a fitted black tube-top gown and dazzling Messika high jewelry for the French brand’s major event at the Grand Palais. The 27-year-old actress, serving as a Messika Maison Ambassador, showed a more mature and glamorous side that had fans and fashion watchers buzzing across social media.
Photos from the evening were shared by W Korea‘s official Instagram account, capturing the actress in multiple poses under the historic venue’s lights. The caption read, “Tonight at 9:30 PM local Paris time, the dazzling Messika ambassador Kim You Jung at the Grand Palais.” Kim Yoo Jung also reshared the post on her own Instagram stories.
The Messika Look That Got Everyone Talking
Kim Yoo Jung wore a black, form-fitting strapless dress that highlighted her shoulders, collarbones, and slim silhouette. She paired the minimalist gown with statement Messika jewelry, including a bold rectangular-link necklace, matching earrings, a bracelet, and a ring. Her hair was styled in a short black bob, softly curled and parted to one side, with loose bangs framing her face. The makeup was kept fresh and clean, with curled lashes, fine eyeliner, and glossy pink-red lips.
The contrast between the simple black dress and the sparkling jewelry created a striking, luxurious effect. Korean media outlet Newsis noted that the look felt different from her usual sweet and innocent image, showing a more grown-up and elegant side. Koreaboo reported that her styling surprised netizens with her “gorgeous figure” and “mature aura.”
A Star-Studded Night at the Grand Palais
The event was the Messika High Jewelry Show, where the brand presented its new “Terres de Contrastes” collection. The line is inspired by the landscapes of Botswana, with pieces honoring the Okavango Delta and other natural features. The show took place during Paris Fashion Week at the Galerie Courbe inside the Grand Palais.
Kim Yoo Jung was not the only famous face in the room. She sat alongside other Messika ambassadors, including Julianne Moore, Kiko Mizuhara, Lee Soohyuk, Gengxi Li, Miriam Leone, and Balqees Fathi. Also present were Carla Bruni, Brooklyn Beckham, and Nicola Peltz, among others. The mix of global stars made it one of the week’s most talked-about events.
How Kim Yoo Jung Became the Face of Messika
Messika announced Kim Yoo Jung as its new Maison Ambassador in July 2026. The French high jewelry house, founded by Valérie Messika in 2005, chose the Korean actress to represent its modern vision of elegance.
Valérie Messika said in a statement:
“What draws me to You-Jung is the way she naturally embodies elegance, sincerity and a bold, multifaceted quality. And she has a special talent for elevating the value of ‘freedom’ into an artistic expression that is entirely her own.”
Her journey with the brand began earlier in July 2026, when she made a special guest appearance at the opening of the Messika boutique at Shinsegae Department Store in Gangnam, Seoul. That event marked the brand’s growing presence in Korea, following the earlier appointment of actor Lee Soohyuk as an ambassador.
From Airport to Front Row: The Paris Trip
Kim Yoo Jung departed from Incheon International Airport on September 30, 2026, heading to Paris for the event. Airport photos showed her in a brown leather jacket, charcoal top, and black shorts, a stylish but relaxed look for travel. Korean outlets like The Fact and Chosun Biz covered her departure, noting her chic “older sister” vibe that turned into a warm smile for cameras.
Her European trip follows a busy year. In September 2026, she attended Milan Fashion Week, where she wore a black tailored suit with a white shirt and drew attention for her toned abs and confident style. The Italian trip earned praise for her bold fashion choices, showing she can pull off both feminine glamour and sharp menswear-inspired looks.
Fans React to the Paris Photos
Social media quickly filled with praise after the photos went live. Comments on Korean platforms included:
“진짜 걸작이다” (A true masterpiece)
“너무 우아해요” (So elegant)
“정말 여신 그 잡채” (A real goddess)
“마이 퀸” (My queen)
International fans also shared their thoughts on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram, with many pointing out how the actress has grown from her child star days into a full-fledged fashion and screen presence. Chinese fans on Weibo called her look “大气的美” (grand and elegant beauty), while Vietnamese media site Cafef wrote that she is “at the peak of her beauty.”
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What Kim Yoo Jung Is Working On Next
Kim Yoo Jung is set to return to television with the tvN drama “100 Days of Deception” (also known as “The 100-Day Lie”). The 16-episode series premieres on October 10, 2026, airing on Saturdays and Sundays at 9:10 PM KST on tvN. It will also stream globally on Netflix after its Korean broadcast.
The drama is a 1930s espionage romance set in Gyeongseong (now Seoul) during the Japanese colonial period. Kim Yoo Jung plays Lee Ga-kyung, a talented pickpocket who is recruited as a spy and infiltrates the Japanese Government-General as an interpreter trainee for 100 days. Park Jin-young (also known as Jin Young of GOT7) co-stars as Kim Tae-woong, an elite interpreter and the adopted son of the Government-General chief.
The series is written by Ryu Bo-ri (“Do You Like Brahms?”, “Trolley”) and directed by Yoo In-seok (“Romantic Doctor Kim”, “Extraordinary Attorney Woo”). At the production presentation on September 29, Kim Yoo Jung said:
“The reason I chose to come back with this project was the writer and director. When I read the script, I felt that simply participating in this work would be an honor in my acting career.”
A special variety show titled “100 Days of Deception: Secret Document” aired on October 3 at 10:40 PM KST, giving viewers an early look at the cast before the drama’s premiere.
Stay tuned to VvipTimes for more updates on Kim Yoo Jung’s Paris trip and her upcoming drama.
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