- Dreamcatcher’s Boca
Dreamcatcher is known for their rock and heavy metal sound with a horror-themed concept. Most of the outfits the girls wear are usually costumes but for a recreatable look, Boca is a great example of the girls’ femme fatale aesthetic.
Boca features a mix of street style mixed with a gothic touch. In order to recreate it, there need to be elements of both. Key colors are black and red, powerful and matching their gothic element very well. Must-have staples for this look include leather jackets, blazers, lots and lots of belts, chains, sheer overlay tops, and, of course, knee-high black boots to tie the look together. Layering and accessorizing are musts for this look, allowing both the street style and the gothic attire to mix and create one seamless impression. Dreamcatcher’s look is pretty similar to the e-girl/e-boy trend that has recently gained popularity. For inspiration, those items are a great resource to recreate the Dreamcatcher aesthetic.
2. Twice’s More & More
TWICE is known for fashion both on and off the screen. The summer hit More & More was a foreshadowing of trends that would later take off in popularity. More & More used two seemingly unrelated aesthetics, boho and cottagecore, for their music video, but they blended together so well.
The primary aesthetic for the music video, promotions, and stage performances for More & More was “boho,” or bohemian. This style is fun, free, and can be easily recreated. Boho style is typically worn in the summertime but can be worn all year round with the right pieces. Thin, light, and flowing blouses make the bulk of this aesthetic. It is typically seen oversized and less flattering to the figure, but adding a belt on the waist brings some of the form back. There aren’t really any key colors for this aesthetic but the ones most commonly used are maroon or deep reds, forest greens, and yellows. Patterns are the most important element to recreating this look so grab anything with paisley or 60’s and 70’s style prints. Ripped, tapered jean shorts and classic riding or cowboy boots are definitely must-have pieces for this look. For the colder weather, replace the jean shorts with bell bottom jeans and the cowboy boots with boots that accommodate the weather; adding a jean jacket will combat the weather while keeping the aesthetic intact. Accessorizing too much can take away from the look since the top is usually the centerpiece so braided or patterned headbands and astronomy-inspired or geometric shapes jewelry add to the look without overdoing it.
The second aesthetic for More & More, which took off this summer, is similar to the trend coined by the internet as “cottage core.” With a vintage and elegant feel, this look is a softer and more stereotypically feminine look than the boho style. White or light pastel is often used in this style to reflect a pure and innocent look while the puffed sleeve tops and dresses give off a carefree yet elegant feel. When accessorizing, the girls wore small but beautiful jewelry to add to the look, making sure to keep most of the attention on the top or dress.
To combine both the boho and cottage core styles together, a floral top with a nice waist belt is the perfect middle ground.
3. Red Velvet’s Psycho
Red Velvet has been known to start trends with their fashion. In their latest music video, Psycho, the girls showed off a very elegant yet haunting look, expressing the tone of the song.
Red Velvet’s classy aesthetic is reminiscent of 80’s chic fashion. Black, white, silver, and champagne are the primary colors for this look along with lots of lace, ruffles, and sequins. This aesthetic is more stereotypically feminine, so dresses, high heels, and skirts are a huge staple. The accessories the girls wear are small but glamorous, featuring pearls, diamonds, and jewels. The girls’ hairstyles are simple yet elegant, not taking away from the bold statement which is centered on the outfit.
4. Itzy’s Stage Outfit for Not Shy
One of JYP’s rookie girl groups, Itzy, is making a name for itself and quickly rising to stardom. Fans are dazzled by the girls’ outfits. Following trends catering to the younger audiences, Itzy surely makes an impression in the world of fashion. A look that is particularly gaining traction comes from the stage outfits the girls wore while promoting their track, Not Shy.
Not Shy’s stage outfits were inspired by modern street style mixed with utilitarian elements creating a powerful girl boss look adding to the lyrics of the song. Keeping the military uniform feel, the color scheme needs to be forest green, brown, maroon, and beige but camo inspired wear comes in a variety of colors so the color scheme can vary. The key piece for this look is, of course, camo print. Wearing just a simple camo top with jeans can automatically convey the aesthetic. However, stepping the outfit up a bit, throwing on combat boots or ankle boots can add an extra element of girl boss to the look. Accessorizing isn’t necessary for this look but slipping in a choker or fishnets can turn this girl boss into an edgy girl boss look, instantly.
5. Blackpink’s Lovesick Girls
Blackpink is one of the biggest girl groups right now, influencing fans everywhere. Many fans have recreated their looks from music videos, stage performances, and even airport looks. With their latest single, the girls did not disappoint with their easily recreatable but still very trendy street-style outfits.
In Lovesick Girls, Blackpink proves you don’t need to wear glamorous clothes to still look good. The edgy street style represents the emotion of the song so it is important to reflect both elements in the look. Since this is an edgier look, darker colors convey the emotion. However it’s important to note that the girls did also wear contrasting bright colors in the music video to play off the contrast of their name and the song. Distressed clothing items such as distressed jeans or a shirt help convey the edgy, emotional tone. Layering is another key component of this look, throwing on a leather jacket, flannel, a jean jacket, or fishnet stockings can automatically turn around a basic outfit. Graphic tees and neck chains are staples for street style, adding the trendy factor to a look. Since this look is rather simple, make sure to add a personal touch to the look. The way Jennie is styled with layering necklaces and a beret in the teaser photos is a great way to add a touch of personality to the outfit.
This article was written by KPOP-TV Blog Team member Ausia Richardson
