Korean Dramas With The Best Outfits

Bingeing on an addictive Korean drama series may often have us wishing that we were living in a fictional world. We get it, the rich guy-poor girl plot and other common tropes in Kdramas might be stressful. However, even the poorest in these dramas appear like chaebol heirs with luxurious ensembles, which are a real girl’s envy. Whether rich or poor, some female characters from the following series have definitely graced our screens wearing the best Kdrama outfits.

The dramas on this list have proven to be a frequent runway for styles ranging from elegant and professional to casual and edgy. The stylists behind these Kdramas excellently use specific clothing trends to reflect the characters’ backgrounds and personalities. Needless to say, the wardrobe doesn’t fail to captivate us, viewers. With that, we will now dive into some of the best Kdrama outfits from the most popular titles!

Table of Contents

• Hotel Del Luna
• It’s Okay Not To Be Okay
• Crash Landing On You
• My Love From The Star
• The Legend Of The Blue Sea
• Penthouse
• True Beauty
• Our Beloved Summer
• Itaewon Class

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Hotel Del Luna

In Hotel Del Luna, thousand-year-old hotelier Jang Man-wol (IU) stuns with her impeccable fashion shaped by millennia. She was often seen clad in luxurious fabrics and jewels as a representation of her accumulated wealth in the series.

For example, one of her best looks is her coordinating tweed blazer and skirt in powder blue. With her dainty white gloves and silver necklace with a large pendant, this outfit is an excellent portrayal of vintage elegance that still stands out like new.

Another stylish piece worn by the protagonist steers to bold prints. Here, intricate laces and large belts emphasize her natural silhouette and add structure. It is a bold yet fashionable move to combine several contrasting elements in one outfit.

If you want to know more about Jang Man-wol’s other ensembles, check out our dedicated article on Hotel Del Luna fashion.

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It’s Okay Not To Be Okay

Despite being a popular children’s book writer, Go Moon-young (Seo Ye-ji) in It’s Okay Not To Be Okay presents a more intimidating persona. This greatly shows in her statement outfits that give her a total ‘girl boss’ vibe.

One great example in the series is her vibrant long-sleeved floral dress. Aside from its feminine print, the huge one-sided bow added structure and a hint of regality to her overall aura.

This powerful lead also donned a classic blazer and skirt set in pink. What made this ensemble one of the best Kdrama outfits in history is the way her floor-length skirt perfectly shut at her tiny waist, accentuating her goddess proportions.

You might want to see more enchanting looks of Go Moon-young, so here’s our take on the rest of It’s Okay Not To Be Okay fashion.

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Crash Landing On You

Crash Landing On You has the audience admiring Yoon Se-ri’s (Son Ye-jin) refined closet, both in North and South Korea. The CEO of Seri’s Choice continually sported expensive looks, whether professional or fancy, straight from the runway.

For her head-turning comeback, the female lead displayed a clean blazer dress in white. Paired with black statement pieces, this minimalist look suited the professional context without compromising class and fashionability.

On a fancier note, she also wore an exquisite plaid blazer dress for a day out. Complete with layers of ruffles for an added chic, this channeled a Parisian look by playing with rich textures. Mind you, this getup of Se-ri was just for a regular shopping spree.

If you want to know more about Yoon Se-ri’s stylish choices, take a look at our post on Crash Landing On You fashion.

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My Love From The Star

Her acting career might’ve toned down in My Love From The Star, but the hallyu actress Cheon Song-yi’s (Jun Ji-hyun) celebrity fashion didn’t fall short of expectations. Her straightforward yet classy outfits still shone amidst her quirky and exotic personality.

For instance, she’s also a classic stunner with Barbie-pink tweed coordinates. For an added contrast, this youthful outfit is paired with multiple strands of long pearl necklaces that make a statement and slightly overpower her outfit.

Switching to a deeper and more mature color, this ensemble in emerald green is a simple yet powerful look fit for a refined lady. The outfit’s solid and flat design is accentuated by her inner dress’ jeweled neckline and her dangle earrings. This only shows that a minimal piece can be spiced up with subtle or even statement accessories.

The Legend Of The Blue Sea

In another supernatural series The Legend Of The Blue Sea, mermaid Shim Cheong (Jun Ji-hyun) didn’t let her humanized figure go to waste by featuring striking clothing pieces. She quickly learned how to meet and even exceed society’s fashion standards by mixing distinct clothing details with finesse.

For her first avant-garde look, she wore a loose sequined dress in pink that made her an instant head-turner. Furthermore, her attire’s jeweled neckline added a more luxurious feel, which is a plus for fans of intricate detailing. The word ‘sparkling‘ would be an understatement for this elaborate outfit.

On the other hand, Shim Cheong also stunned us with a monochromatic three-piece outfit in bright yellow. She experimented with various shades of yellow as well as a matching printed top for stylistic variety. Both beginners and veterans in the fashion realm will appreciate this timeless and fashionable technique.

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Penthouse

This list of the best Kdrama outfits wouldn’t be complete without a fabulous villain like Cheon Seo-jin (Kim So-yeon) of Penthouse. To best describe her intimidating aura, she is known for her dark attires with bold elements in the series.

One of her bewitching outfits was a black form-fitting dress with embroidered mesh sleeves. However lovely this ensemble was, it nailed the job of presenting a wicked villain with its accompanying mysterious aura.

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For a less formal engagement, the antagonist rocked a faux leather corset dress in brown over a loose white top. While leather leans towards an edgier style, even mature looks have started to incorporate it for a bold yet effortless ensemble.

If you want to know more about other characters’ fool-proof style, check out our dedicated article on Penthouse fashion.

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True Beauty

The school drama True Beauty frequently displayed Lim Ju-gyeong (Moon Ga-young) in everyday outfits that are still exceptionally chic. With or without makeup, she exemplified beauty through her trendy teenage fashion sense.

Speaking of trends, she sported a quintessential neutral-toned attire with a long coat and knitted sweater. Balancing both comfort and style is the key feature of this casual getup. Furthermore, this palette is popular among teenagers for its versatility.

Leaning toward femininity, she also spiced up her school uniform’s vest by layering it over a chic blouse in pink. Combining it with a matching ribbon brooch created a youthful and elegant charm.

For more teenage casual looks from the drama, take a look at our post on True Beauty fashion.

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Our Beloved Summer

Our Beloved Summer highlights Kook Yeon-su’s (Kim Da-mi) modest but imitable fashion taste using multifunctional wardrobe staples. Her usual office and outdoor wear have us wishing we were just as fashionable daily with simple pieces.

For example, she displayed a sleek and minimalist professional outfit using a white button-down shirt and pinstripe slacks. Without elaborate prints, designs, and other flashy accessories, she managed to look fresh and stylish with little effort.

For a more distinct design, one of the last scenes also showed Yeon-su in a plaid black and white coat over a plain white sweater. Using these infallible colors is ideal for almost any type of occasion, so it’s clear why it often serves as a foundation in most closets.

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Itaewon Class

The last of the best Kdrama outfits on this list is Jo Yi-seo’s (Kim Da-mi) up-to-date wardrobe in Itaewon Class. As a social media influencer, it makes sense that the female lead knows all the latest sensations and sports both edgy and casual styles effortlessly.

Jo Yi-seo was known for her several statement leather jackets in the series. For example, she displayed a burgundy leather jacket that gave her a total ‘badass’ vibe.  Pairing it with a versatile black turtleneck was a simple yet fool-proof to flaunt a cool and edgy look.

On the lighter side, she was also seen wearing a beige turtleneck under a cozy white fur coat. Topping off this heavenly look is a gold accent necklace that guarantees a hint of elegance while remaining subtle.

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And that sums up the best Kdrama outfits we’ve come across! Given that the best Kdrama fashion is actually subjective, feel free to comment down other Kdramas which you think served the best looks!

In the meantime, you can also check out our posts focusing on the most popular Kpop concepts for more Korean fashion inspiration.

Thanks for reading and happy shopping!