#Trending: 10 Outfits To Begin Your Chic Korean Fashion Journey

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For a couple of years now, everything Korean, from K-pop, fashion to television has been in vogue. When it comes to fashion, we're big fans of the aesthetic, which looks classy, sleek, and super chic. It is the perfect blend of practicality and style with figure-flattering ensembles and distinctive statement pieces. If you're someone who is a fan of Korean fashion and want to bring that into your wardrobe, here are ten Pinterest-approved outfits for you to recreate the looks!

Outfit 1: Street Style 101

The first thing that comes to mind when someone mentions Korean fashion are the cool, well-dressed people we see walking the streets of Seoul on our Instagram pages. Korean street style, popularised by K-pop idols, is a distinct sense of style that looks super comfortable but also super fashionable. To channel this style, we'd suggest throwing on a pair of cargo pants, a figure-fitting crop or ribbed top with a pair of comfy sneakers. When it comes to accessories, you can play around depending on the colour of clothes or the amount of stuff you have to carry. For a look like this, we'd suggest carry a moon bag. For hair accessories, never shy away from claw clips for the summers. 

Cargo Pants By Iki Chic

Black Drawstring Detailed Mid-rise Oversized Cargo

Black Drawstring Detailed Mid-rise Oversized Cargo

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Abstract Crop Top By Mixt

Pink Abstract Round Neck Fitted Crop Top

Pink Abstract Round Neck Fitted Crop Top

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Moon Bag By Modern Myth

SAIL Black Ribbed Half Moon Shaped Handbag

SAIL Black Ribbed Half Moon Shaped Handbag

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Sneakers By Reebok

WMN'S Club C Double Geo Shell Purple Shoes

WMN'S Club C Double Geo Shell Purple Shoes

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Outfit 2: Day Date

When it comes to a low-key, no-fuss day date, we'd suggest wearing a tennis skirt with a collared top for a more breezy yet "dressed up" look. Pair this up with casual sneakers, long socks, and a bag to match! It's a look that can be flattering on everyone and channels a very 'Mean Girls' vibe, which we love. 

Pink Pleated Skirt

Tennis Skirt

Tennis Skirt

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Solid Collar Crop Top

Cropped Skipper Short Sleeve Polo Shirt

Cropped Skipper Short Sleeve Polo Shirt

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White Sneakers By London Rag

Solid White Sneakers

Solid White Sneakers

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White Sling By Flying Berry

Womens White Sling Bag

Womens White Sling Bag

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Outfit 3: Work Wear But Make It Fashion

For a casual work wear outfit, you can never go wrong with baggy pants and a top. We're in love with the viral Korean baggy pants by Off Duty and cannot thing of a better formal yet chic and comfortable cut for pants. Pair this up with shoes of your preference, though if your office is all about dressing casually, we'd suggest you pair your fit with the comfiest of Birkenstocks. Complete the look with a huge tote bag that can your whole world. 

Pro Tip: Alternatives to Birkenstocks, and alternatives to the Dior tote bag

Korean Baggy Pants By Off Duty

Off Duty Korean Baggy Pants Camel Nude

Off Duty Korean Baggy Pants Camel Nude

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Black Ribbed Knit Bodysuit

Black Solid Ribbed Knit Fitted Bodysuit

Black Solid Ribbed Knit Fitted Bodysuit

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Two Strapped Sandals By Birkenstocks

Blue Arizona Solid Regular Width Sandals

Blue Arizona Solid Regular Width Sandals

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Forest Print Canvas Tote Bag

Peach Forest Print Canvas Tote Bag

Peach Forest Print Canvas Tote Bag

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Outfit 4: Light Academia

We're huge fans of anything that is related to the academia fashion! This fit easily reminds us of a light academia look with a flowy checkered dress paired with a a cool denim jacket and a cap to match. It's perfect for a coffee date, college, or a trip to the mall. With summers knocking on our doors, we love how comfy and airy this look is while also looking super polished and chic. 

Pro Tip: Channelling summer black, dark academia, 5 approved outfits. 

Monochrome Checkered Dress

Cotton Checkered Shirt Dress

Cotton Checkered Shirt Dress

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Denim Jacket By Levi's

Women Shirt Collar Blue Denim Jacket

Women Shirt Collar Blue Denim Jacket

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Boots By MIXT

Black Round Toe Ankle Length Combat Boots

Black Round Toe Ankle Length Combat Boots

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Ferrari Black Unisex Cap

Ferrari SPTWR Style BB Black Unisex Cap

Ferrari SPTWR Style BB Black Unisex Cap

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Crossbody Bag By Kleio

Quilted Travelling Crossbody Sling Bag for Women Girls Black

Quilted Travelling Crossbody Sling Bag for Women Girls Black

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Outfit 5: Casual Chic

Korean fashion itself is a style sensibility that is defined as casual chic. In our heads, this outfit comes closest to the perfect blend of casual and chicness. We'd suggest pairing a white or solid-coloured T-shirt with a flowy maxi dress that can be worn pretty much everywhere. It's flattering on all body types, and is easy to style too! 

Solid White T-shirt By Twenty Dresses

Basics White Solid Round Neck Fitted Crop T-shirt

Basics White Solid Round Neck Fitted Crop T-shirt

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Cut Out Maxi Dress By Cider

Cut Out Maxi Dress (XS)

Cut Out Maxi Dress (XS)

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Textured Beige Cross Bag

Textured Stylish Beige Sling & Cross Bag

Textured Stylish Beige Sling & Cross Bag

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Canvas Shoes With Piping By Truffle Collection

White Solid Sneakers

White Solid Sneakers

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Outfit 6: Formal Work Wear

When it comes to formal wear, you can never go wrong with a crisp white oxford shirt, and a well-tailored blazer with pants to match. This is not particularly Korean, but more of a globally recognised look, hence we chose to make it a complete Uniqlo look owning to how similar the fashion silhouettes of Korean and Japanese clothes are. Pair this look up with snazzy loafers and you'll be sorted. For your hair, opt for a sleek look. 

Plaid Tailored Jacket

Tailored Jacket (Glen Plaid)

Tailored Jacket (Glen Plaid)

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Plaid Ankle Grazers

Smart Ankle Pants (Glen Plaid)

Smart Ankle Pants (Glen Plaid)

2990

Oxford White Shirt

Oxford White Shirt

Oxford White Shirt

2990

White And Grey Loafers

Sensei White & Grey

Sensei White & Grey

2990

Oversized White Tote

Delight In White Tote

Delight In White Tote

3995

Outfit 7: Date Night

We get it, date nights are exciting but they're also just as stressful when it comes to deciding what to wear. A quick scroll on the internet for Korean date night fits, we noticed a ton of black, with fit and flare silhouettes. Hence, for this look we've chosen a stunning mesh detail top from Baesic, and a flared faux leather skit. Pair this up with softer feminine heels and the look is complete! To add more pizazz, we'd suggest carry an accent wallet that is either black or something funkier. 

Sheer Detail Polo Neck Top

Black Sheer Detail Polo Neck Top

Black Sheer Detail Polo Neck Top

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Flared Fuax Leather Skirt

Black Fit And Flare Faux Leather Midi Skirt

Black Fit And Flare Faux Leather Midi Skirt

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Black Solid Sandals

Black Solid Sandals

Black Solid Sandals

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Accent Wallet

Trudy Metallic Accent Wallet - Black

Trudy Metallic Accent Wallet - Black

4999

Outfit 8: Street Style 101 2.0

We're all aware that Korean fashion truly popped off because of its impeccable street style. So, we I guess we owed it to add another super cool street style look to the mix. For street style 2.0 we'd suggest you keep it simple with some oversized joggers, a white crop top, sneakers, and of course, to add that extra oomph, a super cool belt bag from Haands Free. 

Pro Tip: Read more about Haands Free here

Oversized Joggers

Women's Black Oversized Joggers

Women's Black Oversized Joggers

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Box Neck Crop Top

Women White Box Neck Slim Fit Smart Crop Top

Women White Box Neck Slim Fit Smart Crop Top

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Hands Free Belt

Camel Day To Night Strap With Round Pouch & Flip 2 Pouch

Camel Day To Night Strap With Round Pouch & Flip 2 Pouch

7500

White Sneakers

Blktop Rider Soft Women White Sneakers

Blktop Rider Soft Women White Sneakers

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Outfit 9: K-Pop Idol Fit

There's no doubt that Korean street style was popularised by K-pop idols, making it a super striking sense of style that looks fashionable, and is also comfortable. Taking inspiration from the OGs themselves, for a K-pop idol-inspired look we suggest a cute pleated mini skirt with a blingy top. Pair this with buckled shoes along with socks or stockings and you'll be sorted. You can easily wear this for a night out, be it for casual drinks or even a date! If it gets chilly, don't shy away from an oversized denim or leather jacket. 

Denim Pleated Mini Skirt

Denim Solid Pleated Mini Skirt

Denim Solid Pleated Mini Skirt

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Glitter Cross Wrap Top

Glitter Cross Wrap Cami Crop Top

Glitter Cross Wrap Cami Crop Top

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Buckle Block Heel Shoes

Freddie Mr. Bad Guy

Freddie Mr. Bad Guy

3990

Outfit 10: Autumn Ready

Since we're already in the second leg of the year, it's only fair that we also dress the part. For an autumn, slightly nippy weather situation, we suggest going for an all neutral beige look with an oversized sweater and an oversized shirt underneath. For the paints, you can never go wrong with baggy Korean pleated pants that not only look super cool, and are comfortable, but also are very fashionable. This look can literally be worn everywhere from work to a trip to the mall. Pair this with a moon bag or an oversized tote depending on where you're going. For the shoes, boots or sneaks will do the trick. 

Pro TipBags like the Dior book tote. 

Oversized Shirt

Women White Pure Cotton Solid Oversized Casual Shirt

Women White Pure Cotton Solid Oversized Casual Shirt

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Oversized Beige Sweater

Waffle Crew Neck Long Sleeve T-Shirt

Waffle Crew Neck Long Sleeve T-Shirt

1990

Korean Baggy Pants

Korean Style Trending Baggy Offwhite Trouser

Korean Style Trending Baggy Offwhite Trouser

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