Jenny Han explained why Bailey got a simple ring, the true meaning of love is hidden in ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’
Why the simple ring choice?
The Summer I Turned Pretty writer Jenny Han revealed that Bailey’s engagement ring from Jeremiah was intentionally kept “simple, modest and sweet.”
It’s a ring that can easily be worn with other rings and matches Bailey’s simple nature.
“Bailey’s not into flashy rings,” Han explained, adding that a ring with a large stone is not important to Bailey.
Reacting to fans’ reactions
Hahn admits that “people reacted really strongly to the ring,” but she found it “really cute.”
Lola Tung, who plays Bailey, also “loved” the ring for her character.
Story context
In the series, Jeremiah proposes to Bailey without a ring while her brother is on bedrest in the hospital, and later gives her a very delicate ring.
Han also revealed that both characters are college students on a limited budget; “In the future” when Jeremiah becomes financially stable, he can give her a better ring.
Real life connection
Hahn’s decision reminds us that feelings matter more than glitz in every relationship.
In today’s social media age where there is pressure to show off everything, Bailey’s character is like a breath of fresh air who values real feelings over appearances.
Season 3 sneak peek
The series follows Bailey’s love triangle with Jeremiah and Conrad, adapted from Hahn’s novels (2009-2011).
Hahn made her directorial debut with episode 5, which showed the show from Conrad’s perspective and included the much-discussed “peach scene.”
When are the new episodes?
New episodes of ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ release every Wednesday at 3 a.m. ET (US time) on Prime Video.
Message of simplicity
There is a big message hidden behind this small ring – love is not about looks, but about feelings.
Bailey’s character reminds young viewers that true relationships are about the heart, not Instagram posts.
Summary:
Jenny Han said that Bailey’s simple ring reflects the truth of her character. This choice, which reflects the financial status and emotional values of young lovers, is a breath of fresh air in the era of social media.
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