While K-pop idols have been taking over the world with their remarkable music and performances, their influence on fashion is equally undeniable. For starters, several idols have been making headlines with their airport fashion this year, from TWICE Momo's sporty black ensemble from Onitsuka Tiger to SEVENTEEN Vernon's unconventional combo of a biker jacket, striped shirt, denim shorts, and Rick Owens leather boots. Beyond the airport, idols have also sported fashionable looks on live stages, music videos, and invitations to runway shows.
This time, however, we look beyond their outfits and instead zoom into their eyes. Through iconic eyewear and eye makeup, your favorite idols prove that the eyes are not just the window to the soul—more importantly, they can enhance one's outfits and overall vibe when styled correctly.
ATEEZ Mingi's Futuristic Glasses
Accessories make you stand out when you're on stage, and that's especially true for ATEEZ member Mingi, who was seen wearing different types of spectacles and shades for their 'Deja Vu' stage performances. While he also donned thin-rimmed and blacked-out sunglasses, Mingi's most iconic look was with the Gentle Monster "B.B.A 02" glasses, characterized by their goggle-style frames, metal temples, and intricate endpieces.
In fact, the pair was particularly trendy among idols at the time, as the same model was seen on NCT 127 Mark for the 'Sticker' music video and soloist Wonho's '24/7' performance. The "B.B.A 02" glasses were from the 2021 collection, but fans who want to emulate Mingi's look can do so with Gentle Monster's newest eyewear collection for 2024, featuring an array of styles that blend futurism and fashion.
Jackson Wang's Classic Aviators
From his stint as a GOT7 member to his current soloist career, fans have always admired Jackson Wang for his unique sense of style. The Taiwanese rapper, singer, and entrepreneur was often seen wearing designer sunglasses from the likes of Gucci and Versace, but his most memorable eyewear look, to date, is from his pictorial with Ray-Ban in 2019.
Jackson was selected as the brand's ambassador and was photographed with new color combinations of the Aviator from the 'Team Wang x Ray-Ban' collection. Fans can don this same classic and timeless look by wearing the same pair of Aviators, with the option to customize the frame and lens color.
Blackpink Jennie's Shimmery Eyeshadow
Like Jackson, Blackpink's Jennie has always been a fashion darling, with her most notable stint being her long-time ambassadorship for the luxury brand Chanel. Thus, it came as no surprise that the fashion house dressed her for her Met Gala debut earlier this 2023.
In line with the theme that pays homage to Chanel's previous creative director, Karl Lagerfeld, Jennie embodied a vintage look with a white mini-dress and black accessories like gloves and a choker. What completed this look, however, was not only the white camellia on her belt and hair but also her shimmery, lavender eyeshadow, which added a subtle touch of color to an otherwise monochrome look.
New Jeans' Youthful Eye Makeup
New Jeans may still be considered rookies, but their massive influence on the industry cannot be denied. Besides their catchy title tracks and Y2K-inspired aesthetics, the members have also become popular for their youthful eye makeup that follows the natural eye shape and accentuates the aegyo sal. The group's makeup artist, Lee Nakyeum, released a series of YouTube tutorials with Cho Hyojin if you're interested in perfecting the same subtle makeup for everyday looks and special occasions.
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