For those of you who enjoy thrilling k-dramas about the lives of the rich and ambitious, then The Penthouse: War in Life should be next on your to-watch list. The story follows the residents of Hera Palace, an exclusive luxury penthouse consisting of a hundred floors. Rivals Shim Su-ryeon (Lee Ji Ah) and Cheon Seo-jin (Kim So Yeon) each have their own dark secrets, but will stop at nothing to keep their statuses secure. Much like Sky Castle, (a very similar K-drama that aired in 2018-2019), The Penthouse has all the intrigue and crime needed to fuel what is essentially an exploration of how combative the worlds of real estate and exclusive high schools can be.
If you're anything like us, though, you'd watch K-dramas like this with the intention of keeping tabs on the outfits. Since the story explores the world of the 1%, the leads are always dressed to the gods. Lee Ji Ah and Kim So Yeon are constantly clad in jaw-dropping designer pieces that, of course, do not run cheap. Check out how much they cost below:
1. Kim So Yeon in Fendi
This square-shouldered Fendi Black Leather Coat is priced 5500 euros, (approximately P318,133), while the Peekaboo Iseeu East-West Brown Leather Bag is priced at 3100 euros (approximately P179,195). Not even figuring the earrings, belt, and heels, this outfit costs a whopping P497,328!
2. Lee Ji Ah in Sportmax and Loewe
The Flint Belted Trench Coat In 004 Sage Grey by Sportmax is priced at $2390 (approximately P116,130), while the Puzzle Small Leather Shoulder Bag by Loewe is priced at $2430 (approximately P118,073). The total? P234,203.
3. Kim So Yeon in DINT, Alexander McQueen, and Jimmy Choo
Surprise! We actually have a relatively approachable price tag on this list—that is, a tag that doesn't have six figures on it. Kim So Yeon's puff-sleeved, satin-cuffed organza blouse is from the Korean brand DINT, and costs $112.50, or approximately P5466. Not too shabby!
The outfit doesn't stop there, though. She's also carrying The Story Shoulder Bag in Deep Ivory by Alexander McQueen, ($2886), which is around P140,230. Her earrings are from Engbrox ($38.09), and, if you pay attention while watching, you'll see that she's wearing the Ray 65 slingback pumps from Jimmy Choo ($768.72). All for a total bill of P184,898.
4. Lee Ji Ah in Bottega Veneta
We have two delectable Bottega Veneta looks for you. In this first look, Shim Su-ryeon is clad in the Gabardine Trench Coat ($3000), Curve Sandals in Tapioca ($1650), and the Chain Pouch ($4242). All that plus her Bottega dress ($3259) equals P590,417. No big deal!
5. Lee Ji Ah in Bottega Veneta (again)
The second look is from BV once more, but is amped with not just one, but two Tiffany & Co. T Smile Pendants, one in small, ($850) and the other in extra large ($2400). Lee Ji Ah is also wearing a draped-sleeve coat ($3850), the Curve Sandals in Nero ($1809), and the Crisscross Leather Clutch, ($3285). The total? Approximately P592,506.
6. Kim So Yeon in Alexander McQueen
Here, we have an impeccably tailored white set from none other than Alexander McQueen. The Lace Leaf Crepe Jacket is priced at around $4000, while the Leaf Crepe Long Cigarette Trousers cost $1016. All in all, the cost is approximately P243,727!
7. Kim So-yeon in Moschino and Avouavou
Calling all print lovers! In this stunning look, Kim So Yeon is wearing the Chain Print Dress from Moschino ($1,030), the Wide Collar Flare Coat from Avouavou ($1712), and the Jewel Satchel from Alexander McQueen ($2504). Not including the shoes, this 'fit will set you back approximately P254,903.
8. Lee Ji Ah in Valentino
For this look, she's traded in her Bottega Veneta coat for a Valentino Compact Drape Cape ($2345). In the jewelry department, she's wearing another Tiffany piece: the Hard Wear Ball Hook Earrings ($1100). And, of course, she's carrying the V-Sling White Grained Leather Small Shoulder Bag ($2575). For a grand total of around P292,511!
9. Lee Ji Ah in Max Mara
In this look, Lee Ji Ah wears two designer bags! First, her Bottega Veneta Crisscross Leather Clutch makes a comeback, but she's later seen carrying a Hermès Mosaique au 23 Mini Bag ($8385). This is a particularly jewelry-heavy outfit: she's wearing the Tiffany Hardware Double Link Pendant ($3,499), the Ashes Necklace from Miniwhee ($227), and, according to Penthouse Fashion on Instagram, she might be wearing the Tiffany T True Narrow Ring ($4000) AND the Tiffany Setting Engagement Ring in Platinum ($46,700). We never thought we'd say this, but it seems like the price tag of the Max Mara jumpsuit pales in comparison! If she is wearing those rings, then the total price of this look would figure at around P3,688,126. Whew!
Which look is your favorite?
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