6 K-Pop Idols Who Prove Fashion Doesn’t Have to Be Mainstream

Fashion is personal, and these six idols prove it. They skip the trends and wear what feels like them. If you love K-pop as much for the style as the music, here’s your inspiration board, with a tip on borrowing each look.

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1. i-dle’s Soyeon: Punk Edge

Soyeon is known for making a statement in both her music and her fashion. Her unique haircut matches a gritty, edgy style, and her Instagram often features black outfits with chunky metal hardware. She can pull off girly looks too, but punk is clearly home. Try it: pair an all-black outfit with one bold metal accessory.

2. Kep1er’s Hikaru: Soft Meets Grunge

Hikaru blends classic feminine pieces with grungier touches. Think ripped denim and thick-soled boots, softened with a few ruffles or delicate jewelry. Try it: add one dainty piece to a rugged outfit for contrast.

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3. IVE’s Rei: Vintage Glamour

Rei shows that alternative style isn’t only black clothes and fishnets. She has explored many sub-genres, but lately her looks lean toward old-school, vintage glamour that’s rare today. It isn’t for everyone, yet she makes it work. Try it: start with one retro-inspired statement piece.

4. aespa’s Ningning: Femme Fatale

Ningning rejects the idea that you can “do too much.” Her recent femme-fatale looks combine sharp makeup, carefully styled hair and standout dresses. Try it: treat makeup and hair as part of the outfit, not an afterthought.

5. STAYC’s Sieun: Sweet Overload

Sieun is a “girly girl” through and through, with ruffles on ruffles, ribbons, bows and sparkly jewelry. It’s far from mainstream, but it suits her, and she pays attention to every detail from head to toe. Try it: pick one sweet theme, such as bows, and commit to it fully.

6. TWICE’s Chaeyoung: More Is More

Chaeyoung treats fashion as art. She isn’t afraid of bold pairings and avant-garde styles, mixing patterns, silhouettes and layers into a statement look. Try it: layer two patterns you love and see how they play together.

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