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On October 26, 2025 (local time), BTS’ Kim Taehyung made an impression at Vogue World: Hollywood, making history as the first-ever K-artist to attend the fashion spectacle. He was attired in a look that paid homage to his Korean roots. Instead of endorsing a specific label, the Love Me Again singer chose to represent his culture through a custom outfit designed by Korean designer Jaybaek Couture. His ensemble featured an extended grey coat tied at the waist with a red norigae-inspired belt, bearing cues from the royal garment of the Joseon era. Underneath, he wore a coordinated grey shirt and tie. It was paired with loose trousers and black shoes. A wide-brimmed grey hat pulled the entire look together.For the evening, he went with a clean grey suit from Dapper. Obscured beneath the coat was an antique watch imported more than 120 years ago, dating back to King Gojong’s reign. He carried it alongside a Cartier one. Admirers have been commenting on both of his looks, with one X user saying,"The most beautiful man in the world! THE MAIN CHARACTER in everyone else’s story❤️."Many have noted his choice to incorporate elements of a Joseon-era look into a modern-day event in the first look.amy⁷★ @PisceshazesLINKI’m so obsessed with this, not only did he stay on theme but he also infused his Korean heritage into his outfit and he ateeee so bad.Deepa💜Small but definite happiness💜 @birdynumnum77LINKI love that the outfit blends classic sophistication with Korean heritage. The grey overcoat with the red norigae-inspired belt and traditional style hat is such a powerful statement. It feels timeless and cinematic…like something straight out of a modern historical film! 💜🔥𓆤 @layovermoodsLINKtaehyung adding a traditional korean accessory and representing his country on a such big global platform. this is so cool and classy 🥰For the second look, many online users have described him as “most handsome” for his "face card." Notably, the K-pop idol was also caught chatting and smiling with Hollywood actress Dakota Johnson before the show, then took a front-row spot beside Cynthia Erivo.⋆˚𝜗𝜚˚⋆ @lay0ve4rLINKthat face card never gonna decline bcs wtff.. how can one look like thatttbubZowr⁷ @BubZowrLINKTAEHYUNG YOU ARE SO HANDSOME SO HANDSOME YOU ARE MOST HANDSOME MAN IN THIS MTHRFCKNG WORLD 😭😭⁷Teeᵗᵏ ʟᴀʏᴏ(ꪜ)ᴇʀ @Tee_4_KooLINKTaehyung’s face card is insaneBTS' Taehyung channels James Dean in Vogue cover ahead of Vogue World: Hollywood debutBTS' Taehyung (Image via Instagram/@thv)Earlier that morning, Vogue Japan dropped Taehyung's first-ever digital cover ahead of the big event. The shoot was a nod to film legend James Dean, the face of classic rebellion and effortless 1950s cool. The edition honored the blend of cinema and style, showing V as a modern echo of Dean’s iconic aura.In the short retro clip released with the cover, Taehyung wears a brown leather CELINE jacket and denim jeans. He’s seen riding a motorcycle and holding a vintage camcorder. V then struck still poses that capture that old-school charm with a modern spin. During the feature interview, the 29-year-old reflected on his craft and creative flow."I think I take pictures without really thinking about it. If there's a beautiful background or something that can be staged beautifully, I can't help but turn on my camera and keep taking pictures," the South Korean artist stated.The article also noted his fondness for photography, especially his raw, unedited style. "His motto is no filters, no processing."Kim Taehyung was personally invited by Anna Wintour to attend the Vogue World: Hollywood affair during the CELINE Spring/Summer show at Paris Fashion Week.
