When it comes to K-Pop fashion, no one comes close to G-Dragon. The 2nd-Gen legend broke the rules long before high fashion took notice of Korean idols.
Before K-pop took the world by storm, G-Dragon was already a fashionable force to be reckoned with. From his colorful costumes on stage to this gender-bending garb on the street, the Big Bang rapper never failed to grab attention with his extraordinary style.
He did his best work breaking the rules, especially the rigid standards of menswear. For G-Dragon, it was never just an ordinary suit or a simple T-shirt and jeans. Even as a cisgender man, he never shied away from color, florals, sequins, animal prints, and even a bit of Chanel womenswear.
1. Chanel Jacket for Men
G-Dragon was already wearing Chanel way before Jennie and Jungkook became the brand’s global ambassadors. And he didn’t just wear their menswear either. The 2nd-Gen legend famously put on the iconic Chanel jacket for women, becoming one of the first men to do so in public.
The world-famous piece has a boxy silhouette, which gives it an androgynous appeal. The rapper uses this versatility by adding his own touch, pairing it with jeans, sporting bright hair colors, and sprinkling in a whole lot of funky accessories. Courage, thy name is G-Dragon!
2. Florals for Men? Groundbreaking.
As if getting into Chanel womenswear wasn’t enough, G-Dragon further blurred fashion’s strict gender lines by wearing florals. It may not be groundbreaking for women to do it, as Miranda Priestly would claim, but for men, it’s still very much an unexplored territory. Trust Big Bang’s fearless leader to take charge with this sartorial move.
The rapper didn’t just wear floral prints and call it a day, either. He sported cutesy knit flowers on cozy chunky sweaters or a striking red jacket made up of rosettes on stage. The man will always go above and beyond with his fashions, even when he’s already breaking the rules.
3. A Sir for Sequins
Someone as bombastic as G-Dragon doesn’t need a lot of bling to turn heads, but that never stopped him from wearing it anyway. Take a look at the teaser images for his 3rd album, Übermensch, for instance. He wears a pink, sequined jacket reminiscent of 1960s crooners, and he shines just as brightly in it.
The rapper actually looked his dapperest in a long while. Clean-cut in his bow tie and tailored slacks, this vintage style surprisingly fits the fashion icon who’s always so forward-looking with his outfits.
4. Hot Pink for Hot Guys
Forget Barbie, G-Dragon is owning hot pink these days. The Big Bang leader wore a striking hot pink suit at his recent concert in Macau, and needless to say, it made an impact. Worn through a well-tailored suit, he managed to turn what’s usually a girly color into something punchier and more powerful.
The monochromatic look was also a refreshing surprise from someone who constantly mixes colors and patterns. But with his equally pink hair, G-Dragon still maintained his signature quirks effortlessly.
5. Wilding Out with Animal Prints
Be it zebra skin or cheetah spots, G-Dragon always showed off his wild side with the animal prints he wore. Since these patterns have long been a staple of hip-hop fashion and culture, the rapper was among the first K-pop stars to wear them unapologetically in music videos and on music shows.
These days, he wears animal prints through the high-fashion pieces he sports on the red carpet or in magazine editorials. A leopard-print Chanel jacket is a particular standout since it combines two of his favorite things to wear.
6. A Fun Hat Never Hurt Anybody
G-Dragon is no stranger to fun accessories, especially if it’s a hat. Look back at many of Big Bang’s music videos over the years, and you’ll notice that he’s usually the one with crazy headgear. It worked back in the 2010s when the campier 2nd-gen was at its peak, but now?
Fortunately, the rapper still turns heads when he wears bright and colorful hats. Whether it’s a cool cap or a cute plushie, his head-wear choices prove that fashion is at its best when it’s fun.
7. Papa’s Pussycat Bow
If you thought that pussycat bows were reserved for K-pop girlies who wear school uniform-like outfits on stage, think again. G-Dragon is taking this womenswear staple and putting his own, kooky spin on it, as he always does.
What’s great about his use of the accessory is that he recognized its versatility. He pairs pussycat bows with his Chanel jackets, tailored suits, and more. He doesn’t care if it’s feminine-looking; he makes it look like the coolest thing any man could wear.
G-Dragon is the ultimate K-pop rule-breaker, and it’s not just with music. The Big Bang leader and chart-topping rapper isn’t afraid to rewrite men’s style and set his own ideas on how men can embrace fashion. He’s the quintessential K-pop fashion icon.
Source: G-Dragon’s Official Instagram Page.
