Bless 7

Bless 7 is the seventh volume in the Bless manga series, written by Yukino Sonoyama. This inspiring fashion-forward tale follows Aia Utagawa, who dreams of becoming a makeup artist after being scouted as a model, and Jun, a quiet classmate who hides behind freckles. As they team up for a school runway contest—Aia doing Jun's makeup—they challenge stereotypes about beauty and effort. The story dives into themes of self-definition, resilience, and the courage to fail in pursuit of one’s passion. With 176 pages of character-driven drama, the volume builds on the series’ ongoing exploration of talent, hard work, and friendship, offering a hopeful meditation on what it means to feel beautiful on one’s own terms. Sonoyama’s expressive writing and art amplify the emotional core, delivering a relatable, empowering look at identity and self-acceptance that resonates beyond the classroom.

Who might be interested in reading?

• Fans of character-driven coming-of-age stories that explore identity and self-acceptance
• Readers who enjoy fashion, makeup artistry, and runway culture in a school setting
• People who appreciate hopeful, resilience-focused narratives about friendship and perseverance
• Younger readers or teens drawn to stories about overcoming shyness and discovering confidence