Editor’s Note: For almost 20 years, the Unforgettable Gala has been the most visible platform to celebrate Asian Americans in entertainment. Here at “Character Media,” we are thrilled to be able to […]
Category: Fashion
These 6 Asian Male Supermodels Are Redefining Beauty On And Off The Runway
Previously only visible in select shows and campaigns, Asian models are now a permanent fixture in most big fashion shows. Whether that’s because Asians have repeatedly shown their buying […]
Makeup Artist Mimi Choi Brings Her Nightmares To Life On Her Face
As the clock strikes 3 a.m., a four-eyed woman with a spliced face, flawless brows and faux lashes is painting away in the mirror while the city sleeps. Mimi […]
Before JimmyBoi Was ‘The Streets’ Jeweler’ He Was A Single Dad Known As ‘Pill Gates’
If you love sparkly things, then JimmyBoi’s Instagram Stories will make you drool. In one he holds two huge diamond-encrusted rings on his sausage-like fingers. “Oh yeah,” he says […]
Bobby Hundreds Tells His Streetwear Story And Struggles With The Asian American Community In His Own Words
For more than 15 years Bobby Kim, who goes by Bobby Hundreds, expressed himself through his iconic streetwear brand, The Hundreds. Now with the release of his book, “This Is […]
Here’s What The Rhude Bowl Looks Like In July 2019
In the wee hours of the morning on Sunday, July 14, crowds of Supreme-clad shoppers lined up at the Rose Bowl Flea Market to score sold-out designs from the […]
Your Guide To Surviving Anime Expo This Year
Whether you grew up watching “Naruto” or like to binge “Neon Genesis Evangelion” on Netflix, you’ll know the world of anime opens the door to far more of Japanese […]
Here Are The Top 5 Asian Fashion Influencers That Can Help You With Your Spring Look
We’ve seen record-freezing temperatures in the U.S. these past few months, but fortunately, spring has officially sprung. In anticipation of warm weather and blooming flowers, these Asian fashionistas are […]
BLACKPINK Announces North American Tour
The highest-charting female K-pop group on the Billboard Hot 100 might just be coming to a venue near you! On Jan. 11, the wildly popular K-pop group, BLACKPINK, announced […]
LaurDIY Is The Queen Of YouTube
From awkward college kid to glam entrepreneur, YouTube superstar Lauren Riihimaki has grown up in front of millions of online fans. Through ups and downs, her #prettylittlelaurs family has seen it all. But how does LaurDIY save a part of herself for “herself”?
Cop Awkwafina’s Glam SAG And Sundance Looks
Everyone’s favorite Korean-China-American actress and rapper is on an unstoppable roll! And she has the killer makeup looks and outfits to match. Nora Lum aka Awkwafina blazed into the spotlight […]
On the Red Carpet at 2018 Unforgettable Gala
The longest-running awards event for Asian Americans in entertainment, the 17th annual Unforgettable Gala, saw a star-studded night on Dec. 8 at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles. Film and television […]
Kestan Designer and Founder Stephanie Lin Talks Ethical Fashion
Wearing sustainable brands doesn’t mean losing style. With the fashion industry shifting gears toward a more eco-friendly approach, we’ve been on the hunt for contemporary cuts that fall in […]
Olympic Snowboarder Chloe Kim is a Barbie Girl
Olympic gold medalist and snowboarding prodigy Chloe Kim is getting her own Barbie doll! To celebrate International Women’s Day, the Barbie brand announced the release of 17 new dolls […]
Grace Park: Behind The Scenes For Kore 2018 Annual Issue
Have a look behind Grace Park’s photo shoot for our Kore Asian Media 2018 Annual Issue. The actress is best known for her memorable TV performances in “Battlestar Galactica” […]
