Tell us what you like and we’ll tell you who you dress like

As far as first impressions go, the gentlemen of the K-Pop world definitely leave a lasting footprint. One look at the production value of their music videos and live performances, and it’s clear to see that visual appeal is an all-around requirement in their industry. The sky-high standards definitely pay off, though: these guys are well-dressed, a delight to the eye with their gorgeous skin and expertly styled hair and coordinated outfits.

Although, we do need a bit of a reality check: with a talented stylist and enough presence, anyone can look great. Anyone can be invited to fashion week. Anyone can be sent clothes and simply wear them—but having the taste level and ability to cull outfits and actually pull them off? That’s a different thing entirely. Granted, the layers peel back naturally with enough time in the limelight, letting those with a tight grip on their sense of style shine through.

Up ahead, we focus our lens on some of the most fashionable gents of the K-Pop industry. Who should you turn to for inspiration? Whose instagram posts should you be keeping tabs on? And, just ‘cause it doesn’t hurt to dream a little, whose outfits would be the perfect accompaniment to yours?

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Pick a Gucci sweater.

A. GUCCI Oversize sweatshirt with Gucci '80s patch

B. GUCCI Oversize sweatshirt with Paramount logo

C. GUCCI Oversize sweatshirt with Gucci print

D. GUCCI Oversize sweatshirt with Chateau Marmont

E. GUCCI Gucci-Dapper Dan sweater

Think fast; your closet’s on fire! What’s the first thing you save?

A. A hoodie or a puffer jacket

B. A pair of jeans

C. A coordinated jacket-and-pant set

D. A hat

E. A denim jacket

Let’s get crafty. How would you D.I.Y. an article of clothing?

A. Crop pants into shorts

B. Fray the hems!

C. Fold up the sleeves

D. Doodle on anything and everything

E. Get it patched or embroidered

Pick a pair of shoes you gravitate towards.

A. COMME DES GARÇONS HOMME PLUS George Cox double strap creepers

B. BRANDBLACK Saga mesh-paneled leather sneakers

C. CONVERSE Chuck Taylor MC18 hi-top sneakers

D. CONVERSE Jack Purcell leather sneakers, P4550

E. GUCCI Horsebit stripe slingback slipper

Which hat strikes your fancy?

A. BERSHKA Garnet chenille beret, P895

B. ADIDAS Black bonded cap, P900

C. ARTWORK Gloomy day club bucket hat, P369

D. H&M Ribbed beanie, P499

E. HALO Headband, P795

If you could only wear one designer for the rest of your life, it would have to be…

A. Burberry

B. Gucci

C. Balenciaga

D. Off-White

E. Louis Vuitton

Let’s take an OOTD. What’s your go-to pose?

A. Camera in hand, in front of a mirror

B. Straight-faced or totally silly—there’s no in between

C. Holding my dogs’ leashes!

D. Nice and simple, hands in my pockets

E. Face covered, or partially out of the frame

Lastly, choose a location for your outfit photo.

A. Against an Instagrammable wall

B. Anywhere I happen to pass on my way to work

C. A dressing room

D. In front of a famous landmark

E. An unused shower

Quiz: Which Male K-Pop Idol is Your Style Soulmate?

The8 of Seventeen!

It’s hard to pinpoint exactly when The8 went from being Seventeen’s resident “cool cutie” to the style chameleon he is today. His daily looks, which he documents on Instagram with the hashtag #8fashion, can easily go from graphic tees and joggers to sharp suits (with a Chanel brooch to top it off, always). He likes getting crafty, too—case in point: his personalized Vans and the khaki boiler suit he asked his members to doodle on.

Key of SHINee!

A simple Google search will tell you, Key of SHINee is a style icon through and through. The reputation is well-deserved, too: this guy doesn’t just dress well—he has been contributing to the creative direction of SHINee’s concerts and comebacks for years (naturally, he also took charge when he debuted as soloist in 2018.) While his sartorial choices were far more… ostentatious a few years back, his style has evolved into something more refined, yet just as show-stopping, thanks to an eclectic mix of pieces from local Korean designers, luxury fashion houses and the occasional touch of athletic wear.

V of BTS!

You must have a soft spot for berets, printed clothing, or Gucci, because your answers tell us your style soulmate is BTS’ V. Quite a handful of the BTS boys are blessed with a keen sartorial eye, but V’s sense of style is arguably the most refreshing of the bunch. It’s not every day you see someone who can pull of florals, platform sandals, and every kind of hat known to man. Never afraid to challenge an unconventional print or accessorize, it’s plain to see that he has fun with fashion—that’s what it’s all about, isn’t it?

Sehun of Exo!

While Exo’s styling dips into adventurous waters to say the least, Sehun is a sartorial classicist at heart. His Instagram posts and fan-taken photos are a telltale sign that he gravitates toward minimalism, often choosing plain shirts and sweaters over printed ones, simple cuffed-hem jeans over distressed pairs. Playing into his understated taste, Sehun also prefers silhouettes that flatter his broad shoulders and long legs, instead of opting for trendier, slouchy fits. This is #boyfriendfashion at its finest, folks!

Seunghoon of Winner!

If you enjoy reading through lists of fashionable idols, you’ll definitely be familiar with Seunghoon’s face and playful sense of style. He was a regular on last year’s lists, setting off ripples in the media with his “boyfriend fashion” and layering mastery. While his closet is built on universal staples like denim jackets, hoodies, and Converse sneakers, he often ties his looks together with a wild card element: a bright turtleneck, a touch of pastel, or a colored mop of hair to match.

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