BTS, Blackpink’s Lisa, or Exo’s Kai at the Grammys – which K-pop star had the hottest fashion look of 2019?
Korean music stars made huge waves on the global fashion stage in 2019 – from BTS’ tuxedos to Red Velvet’s ‘Girl in Miu Miu’ Irene and Winner’s Louis Vuitton turn by Mino, we look back at who wore what best
The influence of K-pop goes far beyond music. Fashion, especially, has embraced the global phenomenon by sitting K-pop influencers at high-profile runway shows in Paris and all over the world. As the year of 2019 comes to a close, we look back at the Korean stars that made a splash in the global fashion arena. Who was the year’s best-dressed style icon to you?
BTS wore Korean designers to the Grammys
The boys of K-pop behemoth BTS are no stranger to international designers, having worn looks from fashion powerhouses YSL, Dior and Gucci, to name a few, and so that time when they walked the Grammys 2019 red carpet in dashing tuxedos by Korean designers remains among the most monumental appearances of all.
The decision to wear compatriot designers at such an iconic moment – when the whole world would be watching – sent out a strong message that Korea’s talent is world-class and worthy of a global audience. J-Hope sported a tux made by designer Kim Seo-ryong, a regular fixture at Seoul Fashion Week, while V, Jungkook, Jin, Jimin, Suga, and RM all wore custom looks by JayBaek Couture.
Exo’s Chanyeol made headlines at the Tommy Hilfiger show
Earlier this year, the statuesque K-pop star once again revealed his charms when he graced the 2019 TommyNow event in Paris. Wearing a simple ensemble of jeans and tee, a denim jacket and round spectacles, he was spotted in photos with Zendaya and Gigi Hadid, among others. His appearance made such an impact that #UltimateTommyBoyCHANYEOL trended on Twitter.
Winner’s Mino walked the Louis Vuitton runway