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Actress Son Ye-jin recently captivated fans—not just with her effortless style, but with the sneakers she wore in a casual day-out look shared on Instagram.
In the photos posted on March 18, Son was seen wearing a loose brown jacket, white pants, and gray sneakers that perfectly balanced comfort and sophistication. While the entire outfit drew praise, it was the sneakers that caught the internet’s eye.
A Closer Look at the Kicks Everyone’s Talking About
The sneakers in question are Golden Goose’s “Grey Star Metallic Leather & Silver Mesh Lightstar” model. Known for its signature vintage aesthetic, this pair combines silver metallic leather with mesh panels, a chunky sole, and the brand’s iconic TPU star logo in gray.
Each pair is handcrafted, which means no two are exactly alike—a unique detail that fans say adds to its premium appeal. The shoes effortlessly merge Golden Goose’s retro identity with futuristic performance, featuring an ultralight EVA midsole and TPU inserts for added comfort, even during long wear. A herringbone-patterned outsole enhances grip, making them practical as well as stylish.
Though priced at nearly 900,000 KRW (approx. $615 USD) in Korea, the sneakers have seen growing interest, thanks to their distinctive design and, of course, the Son Ye-jin effect.
How She Styled It
Son paired the statement sneakers with a brown Prada canvas jacket, white Oldpark jeans, an Aftermath ball cap, and a small Andiamo bag from Bottega Veneta. The result? A look that felt both natural and luxurious, with fans praising the balance between ease and elegance.
Commenters noted how “effortless yet elevated” her style appeared, proving once again that she can make even the simplest outfit feel red carpet–ready.
The Vintage Appeal of Golden Goose
Founded in Italy, Golden Goose is celebrated for embracing imperfect beauty. Rather than aiming for a pristine, just-out-of-the-box look, the brand leans into what it calls “lived-in luxury.” Its signature worn-in finishes—often referred to as “wannabe scuffs”—have become its most recognizable design language.
The intentionally distressed aesthetic resonates with a wide demographic, from trend-savvy Gen Z to style-conscious adults, all drawn to the brand’s philosophy of effortless individuality.
Meanwhile, Son Ye-jin and her husband are raising their son and made headlines in January for their generous donations. The couple contributed a total of 300 million KRW (approx. $205,000 USD)—with 150 million KRW each to the pediatrics and obstetrics departments at Asan Medical Center and Samsung Medical Center.
Following their previous charitable acts in 2023, the couple once again extended their support to those in need across society. “We feel deeply grateful to be in a position to help someone,” they shared. “We simply wanted to give a small piece of our hearts.”
They added, “Whenever we see our child growing up healthy, we can’t help but feel a sense of guilt thinking about children who are not as fortunate. We sincerely hope that those children can regain their bright smiles and go on to light up the world in good health.”
