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Figure skating icon Kim Yuna showcases short haircut in Marie Claire shoot

Former figure skater Kim Yuna transformed her look with a short haircut, revealing a striking new side of herself. Kim Yuna shared photos from a shoot with fashion magazine Marie Claire on social media Thursday. In the photos, she sported a short haircut, a rare departure from the neat, long hairstyle the former figure skater had maintained for years. The new hairstyle revealed a different side…

Figure skating icon Kim Yuna showcases short haircut in Marie Claire shoot

Figure skating legend Kim Yuna unveiled a fresh, short haircut in a recent shoot for Marie Claire magazine. The photos, shared on social media, showcased the former athlete's striking new look, a departure from her usual long, neat hairstyle. This change not only introduced a different side to Kim's image but also accentuated her timeless sophistication, adding an alluring touch.

Notably, Kim holds the distinction of being the first woman's singles skater to finish on the podium at every major international competition. She continues to be a beloved figure in Korea, maintaining her influence through various endorsements and fashion appearances after retiring in 2014. Born in 1990, Kim Yuna married Ko Woo-rim, a member of the popular vocal group Forestella, in 2022.

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