On April 15, 2025, a post on Instiz titled “Ah seriously, nobody can live up to Haerin‘s debut vibes” sparked admiration for NewJeans‘ Haerin, highlighting her unique charm and captivating presence.
Okay, but seriously—no one has lived up to Haerin’s debut vibes since NewJeans dropped “Attention.” It’s been almost two years and I still think about how effortlessly cool and ethereal she looked on that first stage. There was just something different about her from the start.
She didn’t even have to try. Haerin wasn’t over-the-top or flashy—she just was. That calm confidence, those sharp cat-like features, the way she moved like she knew she belonged up there. It wasn’t loud, but it was unforgettable. She didn’t need to scream for attention… she was the attention.
What blows my mind even more is that she converted people who were never into the “cat-type” visuals. You know the ones—sleek, sharp, mysterious. Haerin basically made that whole vibe mainstream again. She made it the standard.
It’s not just about looks, either. She has this quiet, powerful presence that’s so rare in K-pop. Like… you can’t really explain it, you just feel it when you watch her. And that’s what makes her so special.
Haerin’s debut wasn’t just a moment. It was a blueprint. And honestly? No one’s matched that energy since.
Netizens’ Reactions
“I used to not like kitty-type of face but Haerin became my bias…”
“For real, she looks more like a cat than a cat.”
“I also have never stanned anyone who is the kitty-type but I saved all of Haerin’s photos.”
“She’s really a cat.”
“I also never cared about kitty-types but they are now my type.”
“Her eyes are unbelievable.”
“She’s the human-cat.”
“I can’t forget Attention’s first stage…”
“I like Haerin so much.”
“Her eyes, nose and mouth are all like a cat’s.”
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