Editor’s Note
Ahead of his new album ‘MAGICMAN 2,’ global star Jackson Wang showcases a blend of high fashion and personal artistry in this exclusive shoot, merging his role as a Cartier ambassador with the thematic essence of his upcoming music.
Global star Jackson Wang visited Japan ahead of the highly anticipated release of his new album ‘MAGICMAN 2’ on July 18, 2025. He wore dazzling Cartier high jewelry, for which he serves as an ambassador, and stylish looks inspired by the four chapters expressed in the new album, resulting in a special shoot for SPUR.
A Cartier bracelet featuring a vibrant cabochon-cut turquoise and emerald, expressing Art Deco design, paired with a cozy orange knit. Bracelet (WG, diamond, turquoise, emerald, black lacquer) ¥38,544,000 (reference price) · Ring “Maillon Panthère” (WG, diamond) ¥2,019,600 / both from Cartier Customer Service Center (Cartier). Knit ¥97,900 / JW ANDERSON Shibuya Store (JW ANDERSON).
Jackson Wang boasts an impressive array of talents: dynamic performances leveraging his high physical ability as a former Olympic fencing candidate, linguistic skills in Chinese, English, Korean, and even Japanese, expressiveness as a musician, production sense, and over 100 million total followers on social media. Yet, his greatest weapon might be his high communication skills.
On the day of the shoot, Jackson arrived at the studio in a casual outfit, as if he were just going shopping in the neighborhood, putting the nervous staff at ease. He made eye contact with everyone present, asked for opinions during the shoot like “How’s this photo? Do you like it?”, and lightened the mood with jokes. When asked about his favorite food in Tokyo, his surprisingly down-to-earth answer came back.
A diamond ring combining baguette-cut and round brilliant-cut diamonds in a geometric pattern lends elegance to his rugged hands. Ring “Réflexion de Cartier” (WG, diamond) ¥7,722,000 (reference price) · Ring “Broderie de Cartier” (WG, diamond) ¥4,144,800 / both from Cartier Customer Service Center (Cartier). Tank top ¥26,400 / BURBERRY (Bedford).
Ahead of the new album ‘MAGICMAN 2’ set for release on July 18, the lead single ‘GBAD’ was released, and a remix featuring Number_i was also released, further raising expectations. In the music video for ‘High Alone’, also from the new release, he portrays himself cowering in a dimly lit room, confronting himself with grotesque makeup, and struggling in a water tank, which he says reflects the creative approach for this new work.
A Y-shaped silhouette necklace sensually nestles at the chest of a black latex jacket. Necklace “Panthère de Cartier” (WG, diamond, onyx, emerald) ¥29,568,000 (reference price) / Cartier Customer Service Center (Cartier). Jacket ¥275,000 / DIESEL JAPAN (DIESEL).
He debuted as a member of GOT7 in 2014 and made his solo debut in 2017. In 2023, he performed at the Coachella Festival, steadily building his career. Moving his base from Korea to America and establishing his own label, what kind of change in mindset did this bring about for him as an artist?
Long earrings with emeralds swaying on diamond threads. “It’s a design I’ve never worn before, so it feels fresh. It’s my favorite from this styling,” Jackson said excitedly. “Panthère de Cartier” earrings (from top) (WG, diamond, emerald, onyx) ¥3,854,400 · (WG, diamond, onyx, emerald) ¥23,628,000 (reference price) / both from Cartier Customer Service Center (Cartier). Tank top ¥22,000 / JOHN LAWRENCE SULLIVAN.
When discussing the concept of the new album, the word “Acceptance” was striking. This is a message embedded in the work and is deeply connected to Jackson’s own life philosophy.
Jackson Wang wearing Cartier high jewelry in a stylish way. Encounter Jackson’s new charm in a special movie that shows his dynamic and sometimes humorous side.