The Best Dressed K-Drama Characters Who Stole The Show
Get style inspo from your favourite K-drama stars
K-dramas are the TV show genre which can never disappoint. Whether you're looking for a cliché romantic-comedy series to get your heart fluttered, some action-packed, crime-fighting drama, or even some fashion inspiration, K-dramas have always got you covered.
Over the years, shows like Itaewon Class, Our Beloved Summer and A Business Proposal have appeared in Netflix's Top 10 for their entire duration. Sure, some of us watch them for the plot - but here at BAZAAR, we pay closer attention to the fashion. Below we break down some of the most iconic K-drama looks we've seen on our favourite characters over the past few years, whose style ended up stealing the spotlight.
Ko Mun-yeong from tvN's It's Okay To Not Be Okay was a massive breakout role for actress Seo Ye-ji, and with the drama's slate of unforgettable outfits, it's easy to see why. Mun-yeong can never be found in unfashionable outfits, and fashion serves as protective armour for her cold yet deeply sensitive character. From a matching pink blouse and skirt to flamboyant dresses, Mun-yeong always wears something which perfectly reflects her dramatic personality.
From Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha we have Yoon Hye-jin, a perfectionist dentist who decides to move to the countryside after her life gets slightly out of hand. Don't mistake her for a countryside bumpkin though! Hye-jin still pulls off stylish designer outfits even when she's no longer living in the city.
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Love In Contract, a recently released rom-com, stars Park Minyoung as Choi San-geun, who works as a marriage master. You can see her wear a whole spectrum of designer brands throughout the show, including Miu Miu, Hermès, Acne Studios, Stella McCartney and more, all styled to suit the needs, vibes and tastes of her clients.
Despite having to switch between two different personas as both Shin Ha-ri and Shin Geum-hee, Kim Se-jeong manages to pull off completely different looks in every episode of Business Proposal. As Ha-ri, Kim takes on a more simple and elegant look, but as Geum-hee, she puts on much bolder outfits like this elaborate plaid look right here.
Jo Yi-seo, social media influencer and manager of DanBam Bar, will always be found in the latest K-fashion trends. Itaewon Class differentiates itself from other dramas thanks not only to its unique plot and diverse cast, but also the bold fashion pieces worn by Kim Da-mi as Yi-seo every step of the way, including lots of leather jackets and oversized blazers.
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Kim Da-mi also appeared in Our Beloved Summer, playing pragmatic, ambitious PR expert Kook Yeon-su. Her outfits are simple, but take note of the statement accessories she uses to elevate her standard workwear. There's the unconventional bucket bag that she uses throughout the show and the minimal yet elegant watch she wears at work, on top of lots of cosy sweaters and iconic, matching Acne Studios scarves she shares with her ex Choi Ung (Choi Woo-shik).
Crash Landing On You takes you on a journey to North Korea with the fashionable heiress Yoon Se-ri, who heads up a fashion and accessory company called ‘Seri’s Choice’. Despite the fact that the K-drama came out three years ago, many of Se-ri's fashion choices continue to dominate best-dressed lists. No one can forget her lattice-patterned winter coat, or the plethora of luxury bags she carried throughout the show.
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