ARTMS (aka the Virtual Angels) left their wings at home for their debut appearance at the Empire State Building (ESB). Heejin, JinSoul, Kim Lip and Choerry (HaSeul is currently on a health-related hiatus) graced the New York landmark on July 30 ahead of their Aug. 7th EP release, Hyper-Ego.
The goddess-like quartet was simply a vision to behold, first striking a pose inside ESB at the grand staircase. ARTMS stood tall against the ESB backdrop, posing with natural charisma and a fierce yet calming gaze. AI could never recreate the beauty of these virtual angels come to life, their eyes practically sparkling with a million constellations. It’s not an exaggeration to say that ARTMS appeared as if they stepped out of a sleek comic book, either as sonic superheroes or high-fashion sirens with a backstory impossible not to fall for.
(Photo credit: Angel Polito)
Dressed all in black, the verified beauties each brought a unique energy. Choerry lit up the room with a genuine smile and lightly feathered brown hair, wearing a one-shoulder crop top and mini skirt paired with slouchy leg warmers and cute black flats. Jinsoul opted for an edgy tailored look, sporting a black vest accented with a faux belt and buttons, paired with a sleek grey pencil skirt and bold, open-toed platforms. Kim Lip appeared with a striking new blonde bob, an expression that meant business, a corset top with a black boa tossed over her shoulders, and classy trousers accessorized with a chain belt. Sharing Choerry’s dark, wavy locks, the ever-enrapturing Heejin stood out in a dark corset dress featuring a fur-trimmed hem, paired effortlessly with vintage leg warmers and office-ready shoes.
(Photo credit: Angel Polito)
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Next came the most exciting moment: heading to the top of the Empire State Building. Though clouds and fog riddled the Manhattan sky, the spotty rain cleared moments before ARTMS emerged. The born stunners strutted out to take center stage against the city skyline. Fog may have shrouded the skyscrapers, but ARTMS were the real view. While the weather seemed “Unf/Air,” the starlets sparkled against the muted backdrop, the wind catching their hair for a perfect Beyoncé moment.
After a couple shots as a united front, the quartet split into duos to satisfy each side of the press lineup: Kim Lip and JinSoul on one side, Heejin and Choerry on the other.
(Photo credit: Angel Polito)
The latter duo was my fateful side. Lucky for me, the girls were eager to pose directly for my camera.
(Photo credit: Angel Polito)
Choerry—the sunshine that she is—singled out my lens for an exclusive face heart capture that had the other photographers playfully kicking themselves with envy.
(Photo credit: Angel Polito)
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As the photo-op ended, the girls were as genuine as always, bowing and thanking the photojournalists for their time. As we said our goodbyes and I locked eyes with each girl, something lingered in their gaze: a promise of return.
The mystical girl group will bring their ART OF BLUE BLOOD @ ARTMS WORLD TOUR to Webster Hall in New York, New York, on Oct. 7. Until then, check out the girls’ latest single and MV for “Born Stunner” below and stay tuned for their highly anticipated full comeback with Hyper-Ego.
For even more from ARTMS, click HERE for this 2024 throwback interview with the group on their debut album Dall (Devine All Love & Live).
