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5 Kpop style trends to steal: vintage denim, retro sportswear jackets, statement jewelry pieces

Kpop style trends to steal to channel iconic Korean boy bands such as NCT U, Monsta X, and Exo.

Some of these trends to try include high neck shirts, statement jewelry pieces, and retro sportswear jackets.

1) High neck tops 

High neck tops can be spotted in popular music videos such as NCT U’s “Boss”. The tops are often paired with a denim jacket or puffy jacket (as seen in the image above) in bright, primary colors. At times, lettering or branding can be spotted on the nape of the high necked tops.

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2) Denim jackets 

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BTS pairs vintage denim jackets with matching jeans

The vintage denim trend is huge in Kpop. The jackets are often paired with colorful long-sleeved t-shirts or white t-shirts (as seen in the image above). To keep up with the trend, try to pick faded denim jackets or choose eclectic denim jackets such as white and black.

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3) Fluorescent retro jackets  

Pictured: Taeyong of NCT 127 (center) in a retro Nike jacket

The retro trend is big in the music industry – and everywhere, really. An easy way to pull off a retro fit is to pair a brightly colored windrunner jacket with jeans and a muted colored top. To follow this trend, choose colorful windrunners from sportswear brands such as Nike, Adidas Originals, and Puma.

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4) Statement jewelry  

(From L to R): G-Dragon wears large hooped earrings, Wonho of Monsta X pairs his black ensemble with a drapey chain necklace

Stylish jewelry pieces are no stranger to the men of Kpop. Pieces worn include large hoop earrings, chokers, long chain necklaces, o-ring belts, and chunky rings. If statement jewelry pieces are your thing, click here for a more exhaustive list of stylish earrings you could rock.

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5) Checkered tops and bottoms 

(From L to R): D.O sporting a long-sleeved houndstooth shirt, Sehun in a checkered sweater

Checkered is in! To rock the trend, look for psychedelic checkered pieces including checkered sweaters, dungarees, and shorts. If you’re not a fan of apparel featuring large checkered boxes, you could choose tops that feature the smaller, houndstooth pattern instead.

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Featured image: Twitter/@nctsmtown

Read more: New York Fashion Week Trends to Steal: Puffer Jackets, Overcoats, ’90s Accessories

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