Gentle Monster Announces Global Launch of "Veggie" Eyewear Collection Starring aespa's Karina

South Korean eyewear brand Gentle Monster has announced its "Veggie" collection, a surreal line inspired by vegetable forms. The campaign features aespa member Karina in a dreamscape setting with sheep and tomatoes. The collection comprises 10 foldable designs, including the Aden frame with thorn-covered temples and the Tofi with bell pepper-contoured lenses. Each purchase includes a random collectible plush keychain. Scheduled for a global release on June 5, 2026, the launch will occur at 11 a.m. EST in North America and 5 p.m. BST in the UK and Europe via physical stores and the official website. To support the rollout, garden-themed pop-up installations will open across seven destinations, including Los Angeles, Seoul, Tokyo, Shanghai, Beijing, and Bangkok.