On March 14, 2025, Hyunjin of Stray Kids shared an emotional tribute to the renowned fashion designer Donatella Versace, marking her announcement on social media about her departure from the role of chief creative officer at Versace.
In her Instagram post, Donatella expressed her sentiments by stating:
“I hope I’ve made you proud so far.”
Hyunjin, moved by her farewell message, reshared her post to his Instagram story, writing:
“I’m proud of you! @donatella_versace.”
The singer’s heartfelt tribute resonated deeply with fans, sparking a wave of emotional responses. One fan expressed joy over the bond shared between Donatella and Hyunjin, commenting on their meaningful connection.
“I love their relationship so much, I’m so glad they found each other,”shared a fan.
Fans on X continued to celebrate this unique friendship. Many highlighted Donatella’s nurturing nature, emphasizing how she became like family to Hyunjin.
“Through #Hyunjin, we could see what an amazing woman Donatella is. She was always kind, caring, respectful & supportive towards him. I will always be grateful for how nicely she treated our boy,”noted another fan.
“So grateful that Hyunjin became GBA of Versace in Donatella’s era. When the queen of fashion chose him, it was historic. She took good care of him and made him the prince of her brand,”remarked another fan.
“I just fell to my knees crying. They’ll always be the most iconic designer-ambassador duo of this generation,”reacted another fan.
Further reactions poured in on X, with fans admiring the authentic connection between Hyunjin and Donatella.
“Hyunjin expressing his pride in Donatella, and her responding with love and respect, showcases a beautiful bond. This relationship is a perfect blend of artistry and admiration,”wrote another fan.
“The interaction between Hyunjin and Donatella is not your typical brand ambassador relationship. It feels genuinely friendly, even familial,”added another fan.
“I’m so glad Hyunjin got to work with Donatella before she stepped down. She always prioritized his comfort. Thank you, Donatella!”said another fan.
Hyunjin’s Versace Ambassadorship Journey
Hyunjin’s relationship with Versace took off when he attended the YSL Beauty X Dua Lipa event in Paris on September 5, 2022, alongside his bandmate Felix. This was followed by his exclusive invitation to Dua Lipa’s debut fashion show, La Vacanza, held in Cannes, which was a collaboration with Versace.
On July 2023, he participated in the launch of the brand’s La Vacanza pop-up store in Seoul. Shortly thereafter, he made history by being appointed as Versace’s global ambassador, becoming the first South Korean and Asian male to achieve this milestone.
This partnership has led to Versace designing custom outfits for Hyunjin, which he has showcased during Stray Kids’ performances at events like the VMAs and Lollapalooza Paris. His appearance in Stray Kids music videos, including “S-Class,”further emphasized his role as a prominent ambassador for the luxury brand.
Donatella personally designed four exclusive outfits for Hyunjin for the dominATE world tour in 2024. Moreover, he was featured in Versace’s Holiday 2023 advertising campaign and made his debut at the Milan fashion show in February 2024, participating again for the brand’s spring-summer 2025 collection.
In other updates, Stray Kids are preparing to release their digital single, Mixtape:dominATE, on March 21, 2025, with the lead track titled “Giant”(Korean Ver.).