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“If someone is fed up one day, Lisa makes that person laugh. She brings positive energy into the group,” says fellow Blackpink member Jennie. Bring it on!’” - Lisa B.zero1 necklace with 18 kt rose gold chain and 18 kt rose gold pendant set with pavé diamonds on the spiralĪnd B.zero1 large bangle bracelet in 18 kt rose gold set with pavé diamonds on the spiral by Bvlgari ‘I don’t care how long the training will take. B.zero1 necklace with 18 kt rose gold chain and 18 kt rose gold pendant set with pavé diamonds on the spiral by Bvlgari
