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Winter fashion trends inspired by your favourite K-Drama and K-Pop stars that should be a part of your closet

Updated on: Nov 29, 2022, 16:41:17 IST
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BTS' Jin, Jungkook, Crash Landing on You's Son Ye-jin, and Blackpink's Lisa serve winter fashion trends. (Instagram, Pinterest)
BTS' Jin, Jungkook, Crash Landing on You's Son Ye-jin, and Blackpink's Lisa serve winter fashion trends. (Instagram, Pinterest)

Winter is here, and it is time to upgrade your wardrobe with stylish pieces. If you love K-Dramas and K-Pop music, you probably love Korean fashion too. So, here are some popular winter fashion trends inspired by your favourite South Korean stars that you need to adopt in your closet.

If you have spent countless sleepless nights binge-watching K-Dramas or listening to K-Pop songs, you would know one thing for sure - the Hallyu wave has the world in its grip, and the craze is going nowhere anytime soon. People's interest in South Korean dramas and the music industry got piqued a few years ago and kicked off their curiosity in South Korean skincare, snacks, dishes, and fashion. Now, fashion in itself is a big part of the K-Dramas and K-Pop songs. But today, we will focus on Korean winter fashion trends that are all about comfy and oversized clothing. With the winter season upon us, we decided to take inspiration from your favourite K-Pop and K-Drama stars, including Park Min-young, Lee Min-ho, Seo Yea-ji, BTS' V aka Kim Taehyung, BTS' Park Jimin, BTS' Jeon Jungkook, TXT's Yeonjun and more. Check out a few fashion trends you can adopt to create a chic wardrobe. (Also Read | BTS' V meets Hedi Slimane after Celine Men's fashion show in Paris, posts new dreamy pics of his stylish look)

Winter fashion trends inspired by K-Pop and K-Drama stars

Long Coats

Kim Go-eun, BTS' Park Jimin, Park Min-young, and Lee Min-ho wear long coats. (Instagram, Pinterest)
Kim Go-eun, BTS' Park Jimin, Park Min-young, and Lee Min-ho wear long coats. (Instagram, Pinterest)

Your winter wardrobe is incomplete without a long coat. In the above image, you can see Kim Go-eun, BTS' Park Jimin, Park Min-young, and Lee Min-ho rocking this style trend with panache. You can wear this clothing item over your dresses, tracksuits, baggy pants and knit sweaters, or even formal suits, and each time you will be able to turn heads. If you are just starting out or building a capsule wardrobe, go for neutral shades like beige, taupe, grey, cream, brown, black, and white.

Fleece Sweaters

TXT's Beomgyu, Red Velvet's Kang Seul-gi, and BTS' RM wearing fleece sweaters. (Instagram, Pinterest)
TXT's Beomgyu, Red Velvet's Kang Seul-gi, and BTS' RM wearing fleece sweaters. (Instagram, Pinterest)

Fleece coats or sweaters (often called teddy/fuzzy coats) are the perfect solutions to chilly winter mornings. They have been a part of the style trends for many years. However, this warm and comfortable clothing became popular after many K-Pop and K-Drama stars started wearing them. Here you can see TXT's Beomgyu, Red Velvet's Kang Seul-gi, and BTS' RM aka Kim Namjoon wearing this fashion trend.

Chunky Chelsea Boots

BTS' Jungkook and Jimin and TXT's Yeonjun and Soobin rocking Chelsea boots. (Instagram, Pinterest)
BTS' Jungkook and Jimin and TXT's Yeonjun and Soobin rocking Chelsea boots. (Instagram, Pinterest)

You can easily elevate any outfit from your winter wardrobe by donning Chelsea boots. This versatile footwear can be worn with any ensemble from your everyday, formal or party wear collection. Here you can see BTS' Jungkook and Jimin and TXT's Yeonjun and Soobin rocking Chelsea boots with their casual outfits.

Printed Colourful Jackets and Cardigans

BTS' V, J-Hope and Blackpink's Lisa wear colourful printed sweaters and jackets with baggy pants. (Instagram, Pinterest)
BTS' V, J-Hope and Blackpink's Lisa wear colourful printed sweaters and jackets with baggy pants. (Instagram, Pinterest)

Another comfy item that Korean celebs love! Winter fashion doesn't have to be gloomy or all about neutral-coloured clothing. We often stick to beige, tan and white shades while buying clothes for the colder weather. But, you can also try including colourful jackets and cardigans with printed or embroidered designs in your wardrobe, like BTS' V, J-Hope and Blackpink's Lisa.

Oversized Sweatshirts

Kim Seokjin aka Jin, Jungkook and Lee Min-ho wearing oversized sweatshirts. (Instagram, Pinterest)
Kim Seokjin aka Jin, Jungkook and Lee Min-ho wearing oversized sweatshirts. (Instagram, Pinterest)

Oversized sweatshirts are perfect for running errands, going on casual outings or your airport wardrobe. Nothing is more comfortable than wearing an oversized hoodie or sweatshirt on cold days. You can find almost everyone in Korea wearing it casually, even your favourite stars like Kim Seokjin aka Jin, Jungkook and Lee Min-ho as shown in the above image.

Puffer Jackets

Park Seo-joon and HoYeon Jung wearing puffer jackets in neutral tones. (Instagram, Pinterest)
Park Seo-joon and HoYeon Jung wearing puffer jackets in neutral tones. (Instagram, Pinterest)

Korean fashion is all about oversized clothing. Celebrities often wear puffer jackets, on outings or during shoots, like Park Seo-joon and HoYeon Jung. And what's there not to love in these pieces? They're equally comfortable and practical.

Knee-High Boots

Seo Yea-ji, Shin Hae Sun and Park Min-young wearing thigh-high boots. (Instagram, Pinterest)
Seo Yea-ji, Shin Hae Sun and Park Min-young wearing thigh-high boots. (Instagram, Pinterest)

Knee-high boots are easily one of the classy additions to your winter wardrobe. One can see this style appear in countless dramas and K-Pop videos. They are a comfy and stylish pick for winter, as they will keep you warm and can also be teamed with formal and casual wear.

Knit Vests

Park Min-young, WEi's Yohan, and Blackpink's Jisoo rocks knit vests. (Instagram, Pinterest)
Park Min-young, WEi's Yohan, and Blackpink's Jisoo rocks knit vests. (Instagram, Pinterest)

Knit vests have been embraced by many Korean celebrities, including Park Min-young, WEi's Yohan, and Blackpink's Jisoo. So, it's safe to say that you won't be dismissed as a nerd for wearing one. You can wear the vests over button-down shirts and denim jeans and layer up with your favourite coats. Don't forget to experiment with colours while investing in this piece.

Which trend are you including in your wardrobe?

  • Krishna Pallavi Priya
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    Krishna Pallavi Priya

    Krishna Priya Pallavi is a journalist with over 9 years of experience, covering health, fashion, pop culture, travel, wellness, entertainment, festivals, mental health, art, decor, fitness, and sex and relationships. She is an alumna of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Dhenkanal, and holds an undergraduate degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi. Her strong academic foundation informs her analytical and detail-oriented approach to storytelling, helping her uncover stories where none seem to exist. Before joining Hindustan Times, Pallavi worked with some of India’s leading media organisations. She spent close to three years at India Today, where she honed her newsroom skills and developed a sharp editorial sensibility. She also worked for over a year and a half at Vagabomb, ScoopWhoop’s feminist digital platform, where she explored stories through a gender-sensitive, socially aware lens. Pallavi has a deep interest in global fashion trends and international fashion seasons, and enjoys interviewing celebrities and tracking pop culture movements—interests that frequently translate into engaging, reader-friendly stories. Alongside lifestyle and entertainment, she has a keen eye for impactful health and wellness journalism, regularly interacting with doctors, designers, and digital content creators to bring nuance and credibility to her work. Born and raised in Haryana, Pallavi remains deeply connected to her ancestral roots in Odisha. Her ability to spot fresh angles brings curiosity and depth to stories she pursues. When not chasing deadlines, she enjoys spending time with her dog, planning her next vacation, reading, running new trails, and discovering new destinations.Read More