In kyeopta clothes and ulzzang fashion, do as the K-idols do. Here’s the lowdown on all the trends and key pieces they’ve been wearing:
-
CHECKED COAT AS DRESS
Sandara Park and Go Back Couple’s Han Bo-Reum reinvents the old-fashioned business jacket by pairing it with micro minis we can hardly see.
-
~*GLOSSY*~ MINIS
K-style tip: Pair key trendy pieces with basics; if you’re baring your legs, cover up on top.
Cases in point: actress Lee Joo-Yeon’s her lime green mini worn with a plain white shirt and a jacket, and Jessica Jung’s tiny leather skirt and cozy knit combo.
-
EASY, BREEZY WHITE SUMMER DRESS
The ever-playful Lee Sung-Kyung and A-Pink’s Naeun are living proof that investing in a fun, frilly, white summer dress will all be worth the joy-per-wear.
-
RUFFLES EVERYWHERE
Feminine elements (ruffles, bows, et cetera) and figure-flattering mini dresses (usually cinched at the waist) are staples in every Korean girl’s closet. Irene Kim and Min Hyo-rin show us how to wear them confidently.
-
~BASIC~ JEANS AND TEE
For Koreans, simplicity is key when wearing jeans and a tee. Accessorize yours with a statement boot like Naeun or a belt like Lee Sung-Kyung.
-
CLASSIC K-STYLE LAYERING
It’s impossible to miss this dress-over-shirt trend! The style works best with statement tees or textured tops, and dresses that would actually reveal too much (like lingerie) if worn without anything underneath.
-
DRESSED UP DENIMS
Koreans looove their denim. You can dress up your jeans with a fancy tube top for the evening, a la model Soo Joo, or with a pussy-bow blouse for the day.
-
WHITE SUITING
Practically every Korean style icon owns an all-white suit to embody that ~*young and fresh*~ look. Have one that’s tailored to match your style personality!
-
OFF-DUTY ATHLETIC WEAR
No matter how high profile they are, Korean style stars do dress down too, making a case for low-key fashion. They usually prefer athletic wear for a comfy but edgy look.
Follow Patti on Instagram and check out her blog at TitaPacita.com.