K-POP is not all about the music. Often times, fashion plays a big part in an idols image; be it for a comeback, a debut, walking through the airport or just hanging out in public. Idols have to look their best at all times and many of them have done a pretty good job at keeping up with their awesome fashion. Although it was very hard to choose just ten to put in our list, this is HypnoticAsia’s top 10 for best dressed K-POP male idols.
TENTH PLACE: Block B – P.O
P.O (Pyo Ji Hoon) is the youngest member of South Korean boy group, Block B. They are known for songs like “HER”, “Jackpot”, “NanrinA”, “Very Good” and many more. He is born on February 2, 1993 and is a rapper in the group. He also composes. P.O is known for his great fashion on stage and off; he is often seen in suits but he pulls off the street-clothes-look just as well. More of P.O and BLOCK B can be found HERE.
NINTH PLACE: EXO – Chen
Chen (Kim Jong Dae) is from the Korean boy group, EXO – known for their great tracks and awesome fashion. EXO is recognized for songs like “Growl”, “Call Me Baby”, “MAMA”, “Monster” and many more. The singer was born on September 21, 1992 and is a main vocalist in the group. He was the last to be added to EXO by S.M. Casting System but it was a great choice as Chen is often seen not only belting out high notes and exceptional vocals, but also looking great on stage and off. He has fantastic fashion and great hair all the time. See more from EXO HERE.
EIGHTH PLACE: DEAN
Dean (Hyuk Kwon) was born on November 10th, 1992. He is a producer-singer-songwriter who goes by the name Deanfluenza when he is writing and producing music. Dean is known for his songs “D(half moon)”, “bonnie & clyde”, “Pour Up”, “what2do” and more. He has also worked on many tracks for popular artists such as, “Black Pearl” by EXO, “Hello” by History, VIXX’s “Voodoo Doll” and even “Pretty Girl” by girl group, f(x), among plenty more. He is often featured on tracks and features artists on his tracks. He recently collaborated with Taeyeon of Girls’ Generation for her song “Starlight” and he looks amazing in the music video. Dean is always looking fresh in any outfit he wears. Check out his music HERE.
SEVENTH PLACE: 2PM – Junho
Junho (Lee Junho) is from the 6-member boy group, 2PM. The singer was born on January 25, 1990 and debuted with 2PM in 2008. Junho has been active in Korea and Japan with solo activities aside from group activities. 2PM are known for songs like “Again and Again”, “Heartbeat”, and many more. Junho also had a Korean solo track entitled, “Fire”. He is known for his great looks and good personality but he is also recognized for having great fashion. No matter what his outfit is walking through an airport, going up on stage or walking around streets, he is always looking his best. See more from 2pm and Junho HERE.
SIXTH PLACE: SUPER JUNIOR – Yesung
Coming in sixth place is Super Junior member, Yesung (Kim Jong Woon). Yesung was born on August, 24 1984 and debuted with Super Junior in 2005. Super Junior are known for songs like “Mamacita”, “Bonamana”, “Sorry Sorry” and many more. The main singer recently released a solo entitled, “Here I Am”. Although his stage name stands for ‘Art of Voice’, his fashion is also a part of who he is. On stage or off visiting his coffee shop and glasses store, he is always looking fantastic – decked out in coats, beanies, scarfs, sunglasses or anything that matches the current season. Yesung is often in fashion magazines and is known as not only the eyeliner king but also the selca king as he is often seen talking pictures of himself. Check out more from Yesung and Super Junior HERE
FIFTH PLACE: BTS – Jungkook
Next is Jungkook (Jeon Jung Kook) of popular boy group, BTS (Bangtan Boys). He is the youngest member of BTS and was born on September 1, 1997. BTS are known for songs like “Fire”, “DOPE”, “Danger” and plenty more. Jungkook is very talented as he is in charge of vocals, rap and dance in the group despite being the youngest. He has revealed multiple times that his role model is G-Dragon of BIG BANG and it seems to be one reason his fashion is so great. The singer shows great fashion in photo shoots, on stage and just hanging out. You can check out their music HERE.
FOURTH PLACE: INFINITE – L
L (Kim Myungsoo) is a member of the South Korean boy group, Infinite who has a total of 7 members. He is the lead vocalist and visual of the group. L was born on March 13, 1992. Infinite have released songs like “Nothing’s Over”, “Bad”, “Back”, “Last Romeo” and more. He often acts in dramas but his most popular appearance is when he starred in “Shut Up Flower Boy Band”. Since he is the visual of the group, he always looks his best at concerts and on stage. Likewise off stage or when acting, he is seen in great outfits that match his look. Check out more from Infinite and L HERE.
THIRD PLACE: VIXX – Leo
Leo (Jung Taek Woon) comes in third place due to his great fashion. He was born on November 10, 1990 and debuted as the main vocalist in the South Korean boy group, VIXX in 2012. VIXX are known for songs like “Hyde”, “Voodoo Doll”, “Dynamite”, “On and On” and much more. Although this VIXX member is usually quiet and shy, he speaks through his music and through his fashion. He is often seen dressed in dark colors but when he is not, he pulls off bright colors just as well. You can watch videos by VIXX and Leo HERE.
SECOND PLACE: BIG BANG – G-DRAGON
G-Dragon (Kwon Ji Yong) is one of the most popular male artists in Korea. He is a leader, singer, main rapper, dancer, producer and lyricist in YG Entertainment’s popular boy group, Big Bang. He was born on August 18, 1988 and debuted with Big Bang back in 2006. Big Bang is recognized for songs like “Fantastic Baby”, “Bang Bang Bang”, “Blue” and plenty more. G-Dragon is often seen releasing solo tracks like “That XX”, “Crayon”, etc. Some of this idols hobbies include fashion, composing and writing lyrics. He is often seen at fashion shows and modeling all over the world for different fashion magazines and this is why he comes in second place. You can find more on BIG BANG and G-DRAGON HERE.
FIRST PLACE: SHINee – KEY
Key (Kim Kibum) of the popular boy group, SHINee, comes in first place! He is not only known as a member of SHINee but he is often referred to as the fashionista of male idols. Key is born on September 23, 1991 and debuted with SHINee in 2008 as a rapper and singer. SHINee are known for tracks like “View”, “Replay”, “Amigo”, ” Ring Ding Dong”, “Sherlock” and more. He also has a collaboration album with his best friend, Woohyun of Infinite entitled “ToHeart”. He is always looking his best when MCing shows, is performing on stage or just walking through the airport. He is often spotted modeling for fashion magazines, walking the stage of fashion shows or watching during fashion weeks. Although all the members of SHINee are known for dressing well and looking great, Key still stands out of the crowd. More from Key and SHINee can be found HERE