My SEVENTEEN Season's Greetings for 2024 is now ready!
Season's greetings is one of the merchandises that I am really looking forward to at the end of the year. Although it was only last 2022 when I started buying a complete set of season's greetings, I have been looking forward for it since 2017 because of the diary and the calendar.
Before, I was only buying the tingi version of the season's greetings as I am not interested in other items (and I don't have the money to buy the whole set). But now, since I have my own money to spend, I can buy the whole set.
My first SEVENTEEN Season's Greetings was in 2022. While writing this blog, I realized that I didn't write a blog post about my 2023 Season's Greetings.
And now, since 2023 is about to end, I am so ready for 2024 with my SEVENTEEN Season's Greetings.
Inclusion of SEVENTEEN 2024 Season's Greetings
Weverse Special Gift
If you ordered your season's greetings through Weverse on the dates stated, you will have this special gift which is a door hanging photo frame with three unreleased unit photos.
I am so happy when I saw the preview because I can sense some JiHan interaction there. And I was right. There is a JiHan interaction.
Outbox
The outbox feels like a folder. I don't like it and I don't hate it either. It's just that if the courier is not careful with the package, it will easily be damaged.
Message Card
The message card, like the name itself, is a circular roulette-type of card wherein SEVENTEEN wrote a message for Carats. It's just a short message per member.
Desk Calendar
I like this desk calendar compared to with the desk calendar in 2023. The 2023 version is like a flip book so it keeps on opening. But this one, it's a flip type of calendar so I like it better.
Scheduler
Like what I have mentioned earlier, this is the main reason why I love buying season's greetings. The scheduler or the diary serves as my planner for the year to come. I love writing and planning. This helps me keep track of the things I need to do during the day or the week.
Photobook
Of course, every season's greetings have their own photobook. I really love their concept for this season's greetings. They look so fresh especially Joshua. I love his hairstyle the most.
Digital Code Set
The digital code set includes a digital planner and a video. As of writing, I haven't watched the video. But I will, soon. I plan on using the digital planner as well for the contents that I have to do online.
Contents Holder
It's more of like a folder type wherein you can insert some papers to keep them intact.
Postcard Set
Sticker
For the sticker, you can actually use this to design your scheduler since the scheduler is just a plain white notebook.
Time Card Set
I actually thought this was random. But, it was a set. *sorry for not reading the merch description lol* In this set, aside from the photos, you will also know what's their favorite time and why.
Photocard Set
Of course, our favorite merch, the photocards. When I saw the video previews I immediately knew that I will like Joshua's photocard the most since I like his hairstyle. But when the actual preview was revealed, I never thought I would also like Wonwoo's and DK's photocards.
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Unboxing of Seventeen 2024 Season's Greetings
To be updated as I am still editing it. :)
Collecting merch heals my inner child
Compared with my collection in 2022, I am proud that I have lesser merchandise this year. But still, there are some times where I cannot stop myself from buying especially when it's really so pretty. So, I will be sharing to you my favorite KPop merch purchase this 2023.
Jeonghan's Toram
I bought this physically at SEVENTEEN Artist-Made Collection Pop-Up in Seoul. If I'm not mistaken, this is my first ever Seventeen-related event after moving to South Korea. Although Jeonghan isn't my bias in Seventeen, I loved his merch. I love Toram!
Toram has been my comfort buddy when I was still adjusting in my new life here in South Korea. He has seen my cries and smiles that's why it's a very special item for me. Aside from the fact that I can hug this, Toram also has a small blanket that can be used in airports.
Japan Love FM Premium Seat Kit - Keyring
This keyring is part of the Premium Seat Kit that I got when I attended Seventeen's love fanmeeting in Tokyo. I liked this keyring because I can put this on my bag anytime. Plus, this is one of the memories that I will forever treasure.
Carat 7th Generation Kit - Mug
One of the reasons why I love this purchase is because I can use this in my everyday life while telling the world that I am a Carat. I really love merchandises that I can use. That's why I love this mug from the 7th membership kit. This is what's missing with the 8th membership kit, something that is actually useful in everyday life.
In 2024, I am not quite sure if I will still have a lot of merchandise. It will always depend on my budget and the things that my faves release.
Favorite KPop Songs in 2023
As 2023 ends, I am back with my Fangirl's Pick series. To start off this series this year, I will choose my favorite KPop songs this 2023. Compared with 2022, I have been listening to other groups' songs (well, mainly because of Tiktok and because of my video editing job). But I still listen more on Seventeen and DAY6 songs this year.
I tried to choose my top 5 songs of the year. I cannot actually show you my Spotify Wrap or Apple Music Replay because it will be filled with past year songs.
SEVENTEEN - Headliner
As a B-side enthusiast, Headliner is definitely one of my favorite songs not only this 2023 but in my whole playlist. The melody is really just what I would always love to listen. But what makes it more better is that the lyrics is made especially for Carats.
Usually with SEVENTEEN songs, I liked the Vocal unit's song the most. But in this album, Headliner won my heart. I will always cry hearing this. I really hope I will get to hear this live.
BSS - Fighting
This song is really a great song to start the year. Aside from its fun beat, the meaning of the song is what we usually feel. Life is really hard. That's a fact. And sometimes, well most of the time, we do not have a choice but just to continue.
For those having a hard time like me, we can just do Fighting all the way.
AKMU - Love Lee
Much awaited comeback from the AKMU siblings, Love Lee really made it's way up to my playlist. Ever since their first album, AKMU's songs have been my comfort song. Whenever I experienced anxiety and panic attacks, listening to their songs helped me a lot. I'm also happy that Tiktok has helped this song in so many ways.
XG - Left Right
One of the songs that I got really LSS with. I barely listen to new groups but thanks to Tiktok, this song from XG caught my attention. Whenever I listen to this song, I can always remember the dance and the melody. I love it really. I hope XG will release more songs like this.
I am actually kinda thinking if this song is under the KPop category since first XG is not composed of Koreans. The lyrics is not Korean. But this was promoted in Korean music shows that's why I considered this as a KPop song.
S.Coups - Me
Although 'Me' was released on the last day of 2023, it has made immediately on my top 5. The lyrics was just so simple you can really feel all the emotions there. But what made me like this song is S.Coup's husky voice. It really fits him.
Bonus Song
Chuu - Underwater
It's so funny that I'm not even a fan of Chuu or her former group Loona. But how did I got to know this song? Well, it's because I was editing a reaction video for this song. And I immediately fell in love with this song.
The melody is just so pleasing to hear. And it really gave me the underwater feels. This song is a very calming and I would love to listen to it every time I feel stressed.
MakeitLive rings in the New Year 2024 with exciting events for Filipino fans of Hallyu and all things pop culture!
HALLYU HOLIDAY MARKET
Dubbed as the "the biggest K-merch bazaar" in the country, MakeitLive brings back Hallyu Market in its merriest and brightest with its Holiday version coming this January 7, 2024 at the SM North EDSA Skydome!
Tickets are available at MakeitLive's official website for only PHP 199 which includes access to the event with various booths and merchants of official artist merchandise, fanmade trinkets, and fanart goodies that will complete a fangirl and fanboy heart's collection.
Interested merchants may book a booth starting today on makeitlive.asia as well.
FANTOPIA
Brought to you by MakeitLive, the pop culture bazaar is set to be one of the grandest fan gatherings of the year as it will serve as every fan's safe space to explore, celebrate, and seal their love for all things K-pop, J-pop, anime, J-rock, C-pop, Thai pop, and more, through official collectibles, fanmade merchandise, and other interesting and unique finds!
Further details will be announced in the coming weeks via MakeitLive's website and social media accounts.
Reading my Personal Statement for the Global Korea Scholarship application
A lot of people actually have messaged me asking about how I wrote my personal statement for the Global Korea Scholarship. So, I decided to make a video reading my personal statement.
My essay is not a perfect one but I can say that I am proud of this essay because I was the one who wrote this. And also, I have shared a lot about myself in this essay.
If you're planning on applying for the Global Korea Scholarship soon, I hope this video helps you. I know you can do it!
