Style (2009 South Korean TV Series)

Style is a South Korean television drama series that aired on SBS from August 1 to September 20, 2009. Directed by Oh Jong-rok, the 16-episode series explores the professional and personal lives of individuals working at a fictional fashion magazine also titled Style. The drama is based on a novel by Park Yeong-ok.

Promotional poster for the drama Style — Promotional material for the 2009 series Style.

Plot

The story centers on Park Ki-ja (Kim Hye-soo), a perfectionist and highly confident editor at Style magazine. Her professional drive is contrasted with her complex personal history, including the loss of her father during the Korean economic crisis and her past relationship with Seo Woo-jin (Ryu Si-won). Woo-jin, who once studied medicine, eventually transitions into a career as a chef and returns to Korea to open a restaurant.

The narrative also follows Lee Seo-jung (Lee Ji-ah), an assistant who has worked under the demanding Ki-ja for over a year. Despite the pressures of her job, Seo-jung finds herself drawn to Woo-jin, creating a complicated dynamic involving Ki-ja's past. Meanwhile, the magazine's photographer, Kim Min-joon (Lee Yong-woo), remains dedicated to Ki-ja, often struggling with jealousy as he observes her interactions with others.

Cast

The series features an ensemble cast portraying the staff and associates of the magazine:

Kim Hye-soo as Park Ki-ja
Ryu Si-won as Seo Woo-jin
Lee Ji-ah as Lee Seo-jung
Lee Yong-woo as Kim Min-joon

Production

The drama was broadcast on SBS on Saturdays and Sundays at 22:00. The screenplay was written by Ji-won Ku and Ji-yeong Moon, adapting the original novel by Park Yeong-ok. The production also featured cameo appearances, including performances by musical groups 2PM and 2NE1 in the sixth episode.