Fashion Spotlight: 3 May Trends to Watch
Spring is in full swing, and summer is on the horizon. Fashion trends shift with each new season, and K-pop idols are at the forefront of experimentation. If you want to bring your fashion A-game this month while infusing it with some South Korean style, here are 3 trends you need to keep your eye on.
This model from @covernat_ is sporting Gorpcore pieces from Musinsa.
Gorpcore
Not familiar with gorpcore? While the word may be unfamiliar, the aesthetic is definitely not. You know it when you see it. The term “gorp” is an American slang term for trail mix coined by hikers and outdoor enthusiasts as early as the 1960s. Gorpcore as a streetwear style incorporates elements such as durable outerwear, practical footwear like hiking boots, utility vests, cargo pants, and accessories like backpacks and beanies. It emphasizes comfort while appearing rugged, and is a fusion of outdoor gear with everyday urban pieces.
Hyein of NewJeans sports a Grandmacore tee.
Grandmacore
K-Pop idols often incorporate elements of nerd culture into their stage outfits and music videos to make them feel relatable and average. Think characters from anime, manga, or video games. These can appear on shirts and hats as well as bags and bracelets. Something that feels adjacent to this trend but helps you stand out from the crowd is Grandmacore. Grandmacore involves wearing pieces or prints that are nostalgic and sentimental and feel like something a stereotypical grandmother would love. Instead of blending in by wearing relatable brands or trying to stand out by dressing to the nines, this is a far more cozy and comfortable approach to both distinction and relatability.
SHUHUA of (G)I-DLE at WOOYOUNGMI’s 20th anniversary party.
Denim On Denim
Since the early 2000s, layering denim has been a fashion no-no. A jean jacket over blue jeans? Get outta here. But denim is coming back in a big way. To execute this look, you don’t have to take bold swings like layering denim. Take the collections of WOOYOUNGMI, for example. SHUHUA of (G)I-DLE is seen here wearing a subtle denim skirt over a classy button down and a boldly patterned cardigan. Layering multiple patterns and shades over this simple denim skirt creates a distinct aesthetic that’s bold and classy.