Fourth Generation Idol’s Popularity Surges Following Significant Weight Transformation

IVE’s Liz is causing a buzz online after her latest airport appearance.

The idol’s dramatic weight loss caught fans’ eyes right away. Soon after, it was confirmed she’s headed to Paris Fashion Week, invited by Valentino. This news sent netizens into a frenzy.

Liz’s airport photos have been flooding social media, hitting over 90,000 views on a popular Korean forum alone. Fans are praising her transformation and growing spotlight. Many say she looks more confident and radiant than ever.

A Twitter post showing Liz at Incheon Airport with #LIZtoPFW and #ValentinoSS26 has fans excited about her solo chances.

[PHOTO] 251003 IVE LIZ at Incheon Intl Airport
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LIZ to PARIS FASHION WEEK #LIZtoPFW #ValentinoSS26 #LIZ #PFW @MaisonValentino @IVEstarship pic.twitter.com/qqeYHW3M6Z

— LIZ HQ (@IVELIZHQ) October 3, 2025

Korean netizens say Liz’s visuals have improved massively since debut, and she would’ve been much bigger if she looked like this earlier. Fans wish she had more solo ads during IVE’s peak era.

Looks like Liz is finally getting her chance. She’s been invited to Paris Fashion Week by Valentino this time. I really hope things go well for Liz with this one.

— Viral Pann post

Netizens comment:

“Yeah, she’s really become gorgeous lately. It’s such a shame that she was at her heaviest during the group’s peak, around ‘Love Dive’ and ‘I Am,’ because if she’d looked like this back then, she could’ve landed a ton of ads and really skyrocketed. Unfortunately, she missed out on that golden period since she hasn’t had any solo ads since her debut.”

“Honestly, she’s like a hundred times prettier now than she was at her debut when everyone was going crazy over her looks. I didn’t find her that stunning back then, but now she’s naturally beautiful, tall, and has that rare visual for a main vocalist, plus real talent. She’s like the definition of a perfect all-rounder. If she’d looked like this since her debut, she probably would’ve filmed a lot of solo ads ㅠㅜ.”

“(User posted a photo) ^^”

“Not saying this in a creepy way, just genuinely impressed… Liz’s legs are so beautiful. Totally straight and super long, like a doll.”

“She used to be almost overweight, but now she’s turned into a full-on beauty. She’s tall too, good for her. It’s amazing how Liz overcame and bettered herself.”

Liz’s rise to Paris Fashion Week marks a big moment. Fans hope this opens more doors for her solo activities.