Korean culture has inspired the fashion world at great length. K-pop stars like G-Dragon and Doona Bae are regular front-rowers at fashion shows. K-dramas, too, are also a treasure trove for fashion inspiration. We’ve picked five shows for you to get obsessed with – you’ll love the story and, more importantly, the stars’ fashionable wardrobe.
Guardian: The Lonely and Great God
Gong Yoo of Train to Busan fame’s recent comeback to TV is a fantasy drama in which he depicts an immortal goblin. Living on earth for 900 and odd years have groomed the goblin into a perfectly polished gentleman. His coveted wardrobe includes latest statement pieces from Burberry, Lanvin, Giorgio Armani and more.
![Gong Yoo starring in Guardian: The Lonely and Great God](https://i0.wp.com/www.scmp.com/sites/default/files/styles/660x385/public/images/methode/2016/12/23/22eee7da-c8e4-11e6-b0e3-e12c29c152ce_660x385.jpg?resize=660%2C385)
The Legend of the Blue Sea
The on-going TV drama stars two of K-pop’s hottest idols – Gianna Jun Ji Hyun and Lee Minho. The stylish couple boasts a coveted wardrobe of established brands such as Gucci and Versace as well as up-and-coming labels such as Sacai and All Saints.
![Gianna Jun wearing Dolce&Gabbana in The Legend of the Blue Sea](https://i0.wp.com/www.scmp.com/sites/default/files/styles/660x385/public/images/methode/2016/12/23/fb769dba-c8e3-11e6-b0e3-e12c29c152ce_660x385.jpg?resize=660%2C385)
Descendants of the Sun
Set in the middle of a war zone, the show follows a South Korean Special Forces agent played by Song Joong Ki and an army surgeon played by Song Hye-kyo. The melodrama has launched the couple into unprecedented stardom – both were tapped to become ambassadors for fashion houses.
![Song Joong Ki and Song Hye-kyo in Descendents of the Sun](https://i0.wp.com/www.scmp.com/sites/default/files/styles/660x385/public/images/methode/2016/12/23/94a85b04-c8e4-11e6-b0e3-e12c29c152ce_660x385.jpg?resize=660%2C385)
W
The heroine played by actress Han Hyo Joo has generated a strong following among fashionistas. Known for her colourful wardrobe, Han wore plenty of printed numbers from the likes of Carolina Herrera and Prada.
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My Love From The Star
Gianna Jun Ji Hyun plays a superstar in the show and her wardrobe is nothing short of glamour. Some of her most coveted outfits and accessories include a pair of sequined Jimmy Choo heels, a Celine stripy coat and a Hermès cape.
(Source: SCMP)