7 K-Pop Idols That Are Bringing Fun Back To Fashion In 2026!

With spring in full swing and summer well on its way, it’s about time to break out the brights! These K-pop idols are showing us how to do patterns and pops of color right this season. Don’t be scared to dabble in some stripes, polka dots, or quirky patterns – your faves are doing it, so you’re in great company!

1. ILLIT’s Wonhee

If you would rather dip your toes into a bit of color without diving in right away, take a cue from ILLIT’s Wonhee! Combining a pair of red shoes with a skirt that has a pop of red around the waist, this outfit is just the right amount of out-there. Adding some jewelry makes it that much more fun. It’s customizable to your comfort level, but you can’t deny that Wonhee looks amazing with her eclectic accessories!

2. SEVENTEEN’s Hoshi

There’s something about this specific shade of pink that totally screams spring, and SEVENTEEN’s Hoshi is rocking it! Matching your hair to your hoodie might be a bit of a high ask, but if you’re committed to the fit, then go for it. The most iconic piece of this outfit, though, is undoubtedly his jeans. If you’re artistically inclined, you could even paint a pair of jeans yourself to recreate this look!

3. IVE’s An Yu Jin

If color isn’t your thing, consider a fun pattern instead! IVE’s An Yu Jin proves that a statement pattern in a neutral color is every bit as iconic. A zebra-patterned tank top with a simple pair of jeans is serving total Y2K fashion and makes for a super easy look that’s comfortable but doesn’t sacrifice on style. This one will quickly become a summer staple in your wardrobe!

4. i-dle’s Miyeon

i-dle’s Miyeon is making a seriously gorgeous argument for maximalism this season – patterns, color, and statement accessories might seem scary for some, but she looks amazing! The matching red sweater and madras-patterned dress help the outfit appear more coordinated while still standing out. If you give a statement pattern a try, you might just find a new fave look!

5. TXT’s Yeonjun

For those that want to try adding some color without spending a fortune, Yeonjun of TXT has the cheat code. A pop of yellow, courtesy of a ball cap, is all it takes to spice up a look! Especially if you have a more laid-back, masculine style, a simple accessory like a ball cap is the perfect way to make your outfit pop. Plus, a little added sun protection never hurts!

6. Kep1er’s Huening Bahiyyih

Who said that outfits have to match? Kep1er’s Huening Bahiyyih proves that a bright jacket and a statement skirt can actually clash in the perfect way! It might seem counterintuitive at first, but combining pieces that look like they don’t go together can be an awesome fashion statement. Mix and match your top and bottom to find a new favorite outfit you might never have thought of otherwise!

7. TWICE’s Chaeyoung

The queen of color and patterns, TWICE’s Chaeyoung has brought us a masterclass in fun fashion with this one post! Tiny polka dots on tiffany blue, checkered pink and black, a lacy white overlay jacket – there’s so much to take inspiration from here. She’s proving that fashion is every bit as adventurous as you want it to be, and every outfit looks amazing as long as you feel amazing wearing it!

Features,Style,An Yu Jin,chaeyoung,hoshi,Huening Bahiyyih,i-dle,ILLIT,IVE,Kep1er,kpop,Miyeon,SEVENTEEN,Soompi Spotlight,TWICE,TXT,Wonhee,Yeonjunan yu jin,chaeyoung,hoshi,huening bahiyyih,i-dle,illit,ive,kep1er,kpop,miyeon,seventeen,soompi spotlight,twice,txt,wonhee,yeonjun#KPop #Idols #Bringing #Fun #Fashion1779612691

May Girl Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for individual girl group members!

The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, communication, and community awareness indexes of 730 girl group members, using big data collected from April 17 to May 17.

IVE’s Jang Won Young held onto her spot at the top of the list with a brand reputation index of 6,715,647 for May. High-ranking phrases in her keyword analysis included “BANG BANG,” “Lucky Vicky,” and “Wonyoung-esque mindset,” while her highest-ranking related terms included “sexy,” “advertise,” and “model.” Jang Won Young’s positivity-negativity analysis also revealed a score of 91.53 percent positive reactions.

BLACKPINK’s Jennie maintained her position at second place with a brand reputation index of 4,745,164, while aespa’s Karina held steady at third place with a score of 4,487,074.

IVE’s An Yu Jin rose to fourth place with a brand reputation index of 3,359,321, marking a 1.58 percent increase in her score since April.

Finally, BLACKPINK’s Lisa rounded out the top five for May with a brand reputation index of 3,142,015.

Check out the top 30 for this month below!

  1. IVE’s Jang Won Young
  2. BLACKPINK’s Jennie
  3. aespa’s Karina
  4. IVE’s An Yu Jin
  5. BLACKPINK’s Lisa
  6. aespa’s Winter
  7. ILLIT’s Wonhee
  8. BLACKPINK’s Jisoo
  9. BLACKPINK’s Rosé
  10. MAMAMOO’s Hwasa
  11. aespa’s Ningning
  12. KISS OF LIFE’s Natty
  13. Red Velvet’s Joy
  14. TWICE’s Jeongyeon
  15. IVE’s Rei
  16. LE SSERAFIM’s Kim Chaewon
  17. NMIXX’s Sullyoon
  18. IVE’s Liz
  19. Red Velvet’s Seulgi
  20. IVE’s Gaeul
  21. Red Velvet’s Irene
  22. TWICE’s Jihyo
  23. aespa’s Giselle
  24. IVE’s Leeseo
  25. Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon
  26. Red Velvet’s Wendy
  27. TWICE’s Dahyun
  28. TWICE’s Mina
  29. ITZY’s Yuna
  30. ILLIT’s Moka

May Girl Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings Announced插图

Celeb,aespa,An Yu Jin,BLACKPINK,IVE,Jang Won Young,Karina,kpop,Lisaaespa,an yu jin,blackpink,ive,jang won young,karina,kpop,lisa#Girl #Group #Member #Brand #Reputation #Rankings #Announced1778992751

Individual Idol Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for individual idols!

The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness indexes of 1,730 idols, using big data collected from March 23 to April 23.

Wanna One’s Park Ji Hoon continued his reign at the top of the list with a brand reputation index of 9,217,765. High-ranking phrases in his keyword analysis included “RE:FLECT,” “boyish charm,” and “Bodyelse,” while his highest-ranking related terms included “release,” “look forward to,” and “make a comeback.” Park Ji Hoon’s positivity-negativity analysis also revealed a score of 93.61 percent positive reactions.

BTS’s Jimin came in at a close second with a brand reputation index of 9,187,795, marking a 20.45 percent increase in his score since last month.

BTS’s Jungkook shot to third place after seeing a whopping 174.83 percent rise in his brand reputation index, bringing his total score for the month to 8,333,406.

BTS’s V held onto his spot at fourth place with a brand reputation index of 7,876,522, marking a 41.01 percent increase in his score since last month.

Finally, IVE’s Jang Won Young rounded out the top five with a brand reputation index of 7,161,255, marking a 14.41 percent rise in her score.

Check out the top 30 for this month below!

  1. Wanna One’s Park Ji Hoon
  2. BTS’s Jimin
  3. BTS’s Jungkook
  4. BTS’s V
  5. IVE’s Jang Won Young
  6. BLACKPINK’s Jennie
  7. BTS’s Jin
  8. BTS’s RM
  9. BTS’s j-hope
  10. BTS’ Suga
  11. BLACKPINK’s Rosé
  12. aespa’s Karina
  13. BLACKPINK’s Lisa
  14. BIGBANG’s G-Dragon
  15. KISS OF LIFE’s Natty
  16. BLACKPINK’s Jisoo
  17. IVE’s An Yu Jin
  18. Red Velvet’s Joy
  19. aespa’s Winter
  20. IVE’s Rei
  21. NU’EST and Wanna One’s Hwang Minhyun
  22. Red Velvet’s Irene
  23. SHINee’s Key
  24. THE BOYZ’s New
  25. Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon
  26. TWICE’s Nayeon
  27. Girls’ Generation’s Lim Yoona
  28. Red Velvet’s Seulgi
  29. Red Velvet’s Wendy
  30. THE BOYZ’s Juyeon

Watch teasers for Park Ji Hoon’s upcoming drama “The Legend of Kitchen Soldier” here:

Watch Now

And check out BTS’s docu-series “BREAK THE SILENCE” below!

Watch Now


Individual Idol Brand Reputation Rankings Announced插图

Celeb,aespa,An Yu Jin,BIGBANG,BLACKPINK,BTS,G-Dragon,Girls’ Generation,Hwang Minhyun,Irene,IVE,J-Hope,Jang Won Young,Jennie,Jimin,Jin,Jisoo (BLACKPINK),Joy,Jungkook,Juyeon,Karina,Key,KISS OF LIFE,kpop,Lim YoonA,Lisa,Natty,Nayeon,new,NU’EST,Park Ji Hoon,Red Velvet,Rei,RM,Rosé,Seulgi,SHINee,Suga,Taeyeon,THE BOYZ,TWICE,V (BTS),Wanna One,Wendy,Winteraespa,an yu jin,bigbang,blackpink,bts,g-dragon,girls’ generation,hwang minhyun,irene,ive,j-hope,jang won young,jennie,jimin,jin,jisoo (blackpink),joy,jungkook,juyeon,karina,key,kiss of life,kpop,lim yoona,lisa,natty,nayeon,new,nu’est,park ji hoon,red velvet,rei,rm,ros\u00e9,seulgi,shinee,suga,taeyeon,the boyz,twice,v (bts),wanna one,wendy,winter#Individual #Idol #Brand #Reputation #Rankings #Announced1777989918