In 2008, Numero Korea, a fashion magazine from France had the privileged of shooting G-Dragon of Big Bang on their cover page. For the shoot, G-Dragon wore a bareback styled satin top, a pair of jeans and gloves. He powered the shoot with a dark, gothic concept which shows his manliness.

In a recent shoot for Vogue Korea, CN Blue’s Lee Jung Shin was spotted with a bareback styled top similar to what G-Dragon had wore for Numero Korea. Jung Shin also wore a pair of jeans and instead of roses, he held on to the top of a cane.

So tell us, who wore it better? G-Dragon or Lee Jung Shin (or none)?

Strutting down the red carpet, the Big Bang boys are seen looking dapper and fashionable in all-black. Though I must say that Seungri’s ensemble of lavender tie and black suit looked rather boring.

On the plus side, ever-trendy, G-Dragon, is seen making a statement with 3/4 pants and tights. Plus, is that a pair of Christian Louboutin Hi-Top Sneakers, I see? Same goes for you too, TOP. Those white Christian Louboutin leather shoes match well with the printed polo tee. Giving a unique edge to the smart-looking style.

Of course, there are Taeyang and Daesung rocking the classy vest and suit with black combat boots. Nice going there, ’stylists’!

Anyway, while the Big Bang boys look fiery hot on the red carpet, the 2NE1 girls look… fiery not. Seen in clashing prints and bright colours, the girls look more flashy -literally- than sexy. In my opinion, Minzy should not combine the jacket and top with those leggings and Adidas Originals. Feels as though there is too much going on -especially with Dara looking remarkably loud beside her.

Dara takes attention-grabbing to a whole new level. With the mix of eccentric prints, chunky accessories, mismatched high-tops and her signature hair-do, it is very contrasting to CL’s simple outfit of balancing out the loud prints on her jacket with the understated look of the black jeans dotted in cheetah-like spots.

As for Bom Bunny, she looks really cute in the minidress though it can be better if it were in a different and darker colour so that it compliments her fair complexion.

Anyway, what do you think of the YG family’s looks? Hot or not? Boring or roaring? Let us hear your stylish voices (by that I mean honest comments)!

G-Dragon, leader of Big Bang, is seen wearing Givenchy Spring / Summer 2010 ready-to-wear Men’s collection shirt to ‘Shine A Light’ movie premiere at Seoul Yeongdeungpo, and also in his Me2day update on 15th April.

G-Dragon shows his charismatic looks in a black formal shirt, without losing his own sense of style. Those gold star-shaped studs are major details in Givenchy’s S/S 2010 Men’s collection, and they add so much more stylish points to a simple shirt.

Look 33: Black poplin long-sleeve shirt, patch pockets, pale gold-tine star-shaped studs

Well? Do you like this side of GD or his colorful/vibrant image more?

Credits: GQ, As tagged

Among hundreds of photoshoots that I have seen this year, these 2 are the most memorable and are also few of my favorites! Both are Haute Couture photoshoots, but they carried it off real well.

I’m impressed.

1. G-Dragon in December issue of Vogue Korea

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2. 2NE1 in November issue of W magazine Korea

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Love,

Lynette

Credits: As Tagged

For this first Christmas special post at Kokokoreano, I have gathered inspirations from various Korean magazines to show you how to stay warm, yet stylish, this Winter season!
Who says that you have to dress in dull colors and bulky clothing for the Winter?
The most important thing is to layer with different colors, prints, textures, and add interesting touches to the outfit.

Let’s start with the accessories.

Mufflers (or scarves) in different designs and methods of tying! These can add more texture (and color) to your outfits while keeping you warm. This season, I’m in love with the circle scarf from American Apparel and those large knitted ones.

Hats and beanies for the winter season! Beanies with the ‘pom pom’ on the top is real hot now! You can see G-dragon spotting one of these in one of the pictures below in this post ^^

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Next, the most popular item that Korean celebrities have been spotting (even on the red carpets), fur! Fur vests actually!

Here are some fur pieces picked out by Ceci Korea:

Or how about some fur trimmings on your outerwear first?

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Some inspiration for the men:

By adding one more black winter coat or jacket, and you’ll be ready to go! Loving the different textures of blacks and the stylish boots, which is such a necessary for the the winter.

GD with the ‘pom pom’ beanie! This fashionista has been spotted with this kind of beanie a number of occasions this year. And the padded winter vest is real in style this season as well! I spotted some fabulous ones at Uniqlo, and it seems like Fila stocks them too. Go try em’ on!

This is what I call layering! Fabulous outfit, but probably more suited for the not-so-freezing days.

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Now for some winter inspirations for the ladies ^^

Checkered pieces are still real hot!

So are printed pieces (especially those with geometrical shapes!)

And here is 2NE1 with those padded winter vests and jackets!

There is a editorial spread in Cosmopolitan Korea in the December issue all about coats! It showcases all kinds of coats, like Cape coat, Boxy coat, Elegant coat, Dress coat, Revised pea coat and British coat, and how you can wear them  for different occasions to match your outfits! Lovely spread!

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Have a stylish Winter season! Merry Christmas! ^^

Love,

Lynette

Credits: Nylon kr, Ceci kr, Cosmopolitan kr, Vogue Girl Korea, Eiffel in Seoul, As Tagged

More new photos of GD in the December issue of Vogue Korea is released on the Vogue website! Too many great photos to go unpublished, maybe?

Awesome as usual~

See the other pictures from this photoshoot here.

“If it is not eccentric, it is not GD” – Lynette/Kokokoreano

Love,

Lynette

Credits: Vogue kr

“If GD is a genie, what will be your wish?”

In the December issue of Vogue Korea, G-dragon appears as a genie in the Vogue Wonderland photoshoot. GD wouldn’t look like GD if he weren’t dressed or photographed vastly different from others, wouldn’t he?

With those different textures of blacks, chunky accessories, the whole photoshoot gives a very dark and mysterious feel. High fashion.

Photographed by: Hong Jang Hyeon

Brands featured include Lie Sang Bong Paris, Rick Owens at 10 CorsoComo, Burberry Prorsum, Chanel, Swarokski, Maison Martin Margiela, Iamground, Kangko, Gerard Tully at Daily Project, Bally, Mvio, Rickson Beamonat Detail, Mango, Jamei & Bell, Yohji Yamamoto, Derek Lam at 10 CorsoComo, Dior, Calvin Klein Jeans, TomBinns at 10 CorsoComo, Dolce & Gabbana

Click for high quality magazine scans of the entire photoshoot ^^

Love,

Lynette

Credits: Vogue kr, As tagged

Avant-garde fashion stars, G-dragon, Lee Hyori, Yoon Eun Hye, Ha Ji Won and Kim Hye Soo are dressed in beautiful blend of trends.

In the November issue of Vogue Korea, an article talks about the latest trends that the Korean pop entertainment industry are sporting. Other than the above mentioned stars, the article also mentioned some of the brands that top stars, such as Big Bang, Brown Eyed Girls, 2NE1, F(x), Baek Ji Young, Kim Tae Hee, Seo In Young, Shim Min Ah, Wondergirls, are sporting during their album promotions.

Here are some of the brands:

See the whole article here.

Love,

Lynette

Credits: Vogue.kr

View SFW: Celebrities galore at 3.1 Phillip Lim show (Part 1) HERE!

More fashionistas supporting 3.1 Phillip Lim runway show pictures are posted. The pictures include everyone’s fashion ‘leader’ G-dragon, Big Bang’s Seung Ri, Yoon Eun Hye in a different outfit, Korean top model Kim Daul, Lee Hyun Yi, Kong Hyo Jin, Kim Min Hee, Yoo Ji An, Kang Seung Hyun, and Phillip Lim himself.

Enjoy!

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GD with curly blonde hair in da house! Looking like a true blue fashionista!

Loving his double-breasted leather jacket!

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Seung Ri looking awesome in a monochrome outfit. Not in favor of the white athletic-looking jacket though.

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Here’s Yoon Eun Hye in her second outfit for the Phillip Lim show. Here’s the first one.

A totally different look for YEH; that first outfit looks stylish while this gives a more sweet and cute look.

Nice choice of shoes to match the sequins on the dress!

3.1 Phillip Lim
Beaded silk flapper dress
$975 from Net-A-Porter

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Korean’s top model Kim Daul! I’m totally into her look here- the jacket, high-waisted pants, ankle peep-toes heels with her hair pulled back. Just absolutely stylish!

3.1 Phillip Lim
Sequined-back Marabou jacket
$950 from Net-A-Porter

*Choi Kang Hee wore the same jacket in SFW: Celebrities galore at 3.1 Phillip Lim show (Part 1)

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Lee Hyun Yi working her style in those stylishly high platform ankle boots!

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Kong Hyo Jin in a white lace dress with a leather jacket in hand. Looks like she’s going to layer up the lace dress with the leather jacket! Nice choice to show off femininity with a hint of masculinity.

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Kim Min Hee in the same outfit as SFW: Celebrities galore at 3.1 Phillip Lim show (Part 1) but with her hair let down.

Up or down? I’m loving her hair up more. You?

3.1 Phillip Lim
Pagoda Trapeze Coat
$895.00 from Lagarconne

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Kang Seung Hyun looking vintage chic.

The multi-colored silk dress is from 3.1 Phillip Lim.

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Yoo Ji An in a gold checkered print dress. Loving the interesting touches at the center of the dress.

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And, of course, the man of great designs, Phillip Lim.

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G-dragon comes into the picture in the 3.1 Phillip Lim show, bringing the guys fashion level up. Guys should totally put in more effort in adding accessories and more layers for fashion shows like this.

Totally digging Daul Kim and Yoon Eun Hye’s outfits! AWESOME!

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Love,

Lynette

Credits: As Tagged, Soompi Forums

First spotted on 2NE1’s Dara on SBS Chuseok Special Idol Big Show! The Gerlan Jeans headband stood out from the rest of the caps and hair accessories. A big bow with prints in distinguishable solid blue and white.

Interesting fashion statement!

With a different outfit, Dara shows you how you can rock the headband with a different hairstyle and clothing!

The shoes that Dara has on are from Jeremy Scott btw ^^

It’s a Jeremy Scott’s collab with Adidas. Adidas Metro Attitude in white, dubbed the ‘JS Wings’. Hot stuff!

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And the 2NE1 girls uploaded pictures of themselves with the headband on their Me2day sites!

How cute each of them look ^^

CL! Maybe she’ll be the next one seen in this Gerlan Jeans headband for their performances! I bet she’ll carry this off real well with her fierce and attitude look and outfits.

Dara and Park Bom after their performances.

2NE1’s Me2day: Minji, Dara, CL, Bom

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Mademoiselle Yulia shows off her stylish self in the Gerlan Jeans headband as well. Among all the girls in this post, I feel that Yulia wears it best. A mixture of streetstyle and feminity with a clash of uncoordinating colors makes the whole outfit very POP.

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Gerlan Jeans’ Fall/Winter 2009 collection model backstage pictures!

Gerlan Marcel introduces Gerlan Jeans, Peace & Love Inc. Gerlan Jeans specializes in Prints. After graduating from Central Saint Martins Gerlan spent 6 seasons designing prints for Jeremy Scott before launching his Prints Please surface design studio. Gerlan’s wild and fun, club kid-style work looked completely at home in the Patricia Field store where she showed her fall collection. Her poppy graphics come courtesy of her background as a print designer.

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Love,

Lynette

Credits: Gerlan Jeans, Mademoiselle Yulia, Metronews, Dara Me2day, CL Me2day, Bom Me2day, 21evo, easymuffins