KEYPAD Cover Story: Clara Lee

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CLARA LEE Art Direction, Styling & Text / Lilian . Photography / Lewis Ho Videography / Vincent Ip . Makeup Artist / Cobol Chiu@Spooky Tree Production Hairdressing / H-se Alan . Coordination / Brian Chu & Dilys Ho Assistants / Andrea Balboa & Lamy Lam . Translation / Sophia Lam Wardrobe / EMILIO PUCCI, HERMÈS, HUGO BOSS, LANVIN, LINKS OF LONDON, RALPH LAUREN, POMELLATO

工作人員等待今期雜誌的封面人物到達時，工作室瀰漫著一股前所未有的期盼與興奮；畢竟，這 是第一位韓國明星登陸KEYPAD雜誌封面。由於她來自一個大量生產「八色鳥」藝人、捲起韓 流熱潮的國家，這種流行文化因而令她好像難以接近。此外，她甚至榮獲美國時尚雜誌《Mode Lifestyle Magazine》發表的2014世界一百名最美麗女性中的亞軍，排名超越如阿德瑞娜利瑪及 安祖蓮娜祖莉等國際巨星，令這封面女郎更顯超凡脫俗。然而，Clara輕易在訪問中打破了這些隔 膜，讓我們發現其實她都只是個懷著大大的夢想和志向的女孩。 A different degree of excitement filled the studio as the crew awaited in anticipation for this issue’s cover person to arrive; after all, it was KEYPAD’s very first Korean star to grace our cover. Coming from a nation where triple-threat celebrities are being manufactured on a massive scale as part of the Korean Wave phenomena, it is hard to humanize such a sensationalised pop culture. Furthermore, to be ranked second in Mode Lifestyle Magazine World’s 100 Most Beautiful Woman in 2014 ahead of international heavyweights like Adriana Lima and Angelina Jolie, this cover girl seemed otherworldly.

Nevertheless, Clara broke down these barriers when we spent time with her and proved to us that she’s just a girl with big dreams and aspirations too.

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On Clara Burgundy Silk Georgette Overall and Burgundy Python Belt from EMILIO PUCCI; Dark Brown Cashmere Gelot Hat from RALPH LAUREN

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當上性感女神 Becoming the Bombshell 管自2005年 樂 ，Clara 一 能廣 為人 ， 至在首 一場 球 賽中，她身 緊身 進行開球 。在她投出 一球的 ，Clara的名氣一 ，一下子成為 手可熱的性感象 ，在眾多時尚 及廣告中都 到她的 。當 及這 的 對事業是 是 的時候，Clara 現樂觀，但同時持 度 「我自 一向都很欣賞 Victoria s Secret的 特兒，一 以來我都專 於內在的健康，所以很 力保持體 健美。」 要保持

此身形

非

事

了持之以

從健康

計

，Clara

要每

體能訓

五次，最近更開

學

術。

Even though she had started out in the entertainment industry since 2005, Clara was still relatively unknown until that very moment when she made the ceremonial first pitch at a baseball game in Seoul wearing a figure hugging white leggings. Right there and then, Clara’s star power skyrocketed overnight and she instantly became an in-demand sex symbol, appearing in numerous fashion photoshoots and commercials. When asked whether such reputation has become a boon or bane to her career path, Clara appeared optimistic and also wary about the situation. “ I do believe it’s good to have recognition as a healthy sex symbol. I have always admired models of Victoria’s Secrets. My focus has always been on inner health and I work hard to keep fit.”

It’s definitely no easy work maintaining such figure - apart from diligently sticking to a healthy nutrition program, Clara trains five times a week and has recently picked martial arts as well.

On Clara Bronze Georgette Beaded Evening Dress from RALPH LAUREN; Signature Sterling Silver Drop Earrings, Sweetie Sterling Silver Drops Bracelet and Aurora Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring from LINKS OF LONDON KEYPAD | 29

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展示世界視野 Global Vision 出生於 士，到美國接受教育，又持有英國國 —很多人或 為這 的人會 有 流離 所的感覺。然而，Clara 為自 韓國的 統自 ， 視這個 特 的身 為向全世界展示才能的 機。「 是韓國樂隊Koreana的隊長，樂隊 大 分時 都在 遊 演， 到一 廣場 的地方。我希望能 他 一 ，而 讓他感到 。」 她在世界各地的成長經歷不 教她 來，她最近 經開 研 國語了。

立自主，也

使她不

識—

起

Born in Switzerland, educated in the United States and holding a British citizenship, one would think that such individual may have some sense of displacement. Nonetheless, Clara proudly acknowledges her Korean roots and sees this unique identity as an opportunity to showcase her talents worldwide. “My father was the leader of the Korean Band ‘Koreana’. The band spent much of their career travelling around the world performing in places like Madison Square Garden. I would love to be like him and hopefully make him really proud.”

Not only has her international upbringing taught her to be independent and self-reliant, it has also taught her to never stop learning. For starters, she has recently started picking up Mandarin.

On Clara Black Velvet Evening Dress from RALPH LAUREN; Metal and Crystal Strass KRISTIN Necklace from LANVIN; Narrative Sterling Silver Bracelet and Aurora Mixed Metal Cocktail Ring from LINKS OF LONDON 30 | KEYPAD

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從韓流到荷李活 From Hallyu to Hollywood Clara從小就對攝 機和 情有 。 到30歲，她為事業作出的付出 經著實不少—不論是影視 樂， 是 時 尚，都能 到她 力的 。繼出演韓國電影《Casa Amor: E cl si e for Ladies》的主 後，Clara現在 更大的 —荷李活。就在 年，她曾經一 進軍荷李活的 ， 因Mar el 的創辦人 李在她的 wiyomi 樂 影帶中 客 演出。她又列舉女主 章子怡和 為 ， 指希望自 能成 過 到由這 女性 演的 色， 美又具力 。 經歷過 年在韓國演藝團的 的 十分重要，要時 學 愛

與各 流言 語，Clara依然不為所動， 而 以前更 自 ，而我就總是充滿自 地期待著面前的新 。」

有了

的將來

此

定的動力，

使在不

到她出現在荷李活的

上，也不

為

力工作了。她

「

有積極

吧。

From a young age, Clara adored the camera and spotlight. Barely at the age of 30, she has endeavoured aplenty in her career - from films, television, music, books and fashion. After appearing in a leading role in the Korean film Casa Amor: Exclusive for Ladies earlier this year, Clara now sets her sights on something even bigger - Hollywood. Just last year, she had a little taste of Hollywood when Marvel Comic’s creator Stan Lee made a cameo appearance in her Gwiyomi music video. Citing leading ladies Zhang Ziyi and Maggie Cheung as her role models, she hopes to transition into more poignant yet empowering female roles exemplified by these ladies.

Through her public trials and tribulations experienced over the past few years, Clara is undeterred and willing to work harder more than ever. “It’s really important to have a positive mindset and always learn to love yourself. I am always confident and looking forward to new challenges ahead.” she proclaimed.

With such unwavering motivation, we’re not surprise if we ever see her appear in a Hollywood movie in the near future.

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Unveil the exclusive behind-the-scenes cover shoot of Clara Lee at keypad.com.hk

On Clara Women Black Tuxedo and Black Boots from HUGO BOSS; Gold Metal and Crystal Strass ELSIE Moon Necklace from LANVIN; Signature 18ct Rose Gold Vermeil Mini Hoop Earrings from LINKS OF LONDON KEYPAD | 33