Letters

The letters represent raw emotion. Peter responds to the apology letter that Lara Jean wrote him in a way that he did not respond to her spoken apology because the letter was honest. Later, Lara Jean refuses to return the original letter that she sent to John because it is so full of longing. She is embarrassed that he read the words in which she poured out so much raw emotion.

Empty Seat

The empty seat represents loss. When Lara Jean notes the empty seat beside her father at the New Year’s Day celebration, she is acknowledging the loss of her mother. The spot is empty because her mother died. Lara Jean swears to herself that the seat will not be empty the following year, meaning that she hopes to find a significant other for her father.

Hanboks

The hanboks symbolize Korean heritage. Margot, Lara...