The phenomenal K-pop band BTS is currently serving their mandatory military service. However, their unwavering dedication to their loyal fans, the ARMY (the adorable MCs who represent the youth), remains unchanged. The seven-member group has been meticulously preparing for their inactivity with multiple music releases and posts. As much as their music captures people’s hearts, their fashion also grabs attention. Whether onstage or on the red carpet, BTS are fashion chameleons who always dazzle with their top-notch outfits.
The world’s biggest fashion brands eagerly outfit them and try to sign sponsorship deals. In 2021, Louis Vuitton appointed them as its official brand ambassadors, and now the members are sponsored by various luxury brands as their solo activities flourish. J-Hope serves as a global brand ambassador for Louis Vuitton, while Suga is sponsored by Valentino. As the face of Bottega Veneta, the group’s leader RM enjoys a realm of quiet luxury. Jimin represents Dior, and V has taken on the role of global brand ambassador for Celine. Jungkook joins this group of style icons by stepping into the realm of Calvin Klein. Whether at award ceremonies or on the streets, BTS is effortlessly conquering the fashion world with coordinated styles that are as impressive and influential as their music.
Coordination styles that bring out BTS’ fashion personas
White House visit in 2022
In 2022, US President Joe Biden invited Jin, J-Hope, Suga, RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook to the White House to discuss the critical issue of the sharp increase in anti-Asian hate crimes. The members looked sleek and stylish in classic tailored black suits and ties from Korean menswear brand Tailorable. Their sharp and sophisticated looks were the perfect match for the powerful words they spoke from the podium.
Grammy Awards 2022 Red Carpet
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Post-COVID, BTS made a stylish appearance on the red carpet at the Grammy Awards 2022. With their appearance, they once again proved why they are pioneers of men’s fashion. Dressed in coordinating dark brown, white, tan and dark slate blue outfits and custom Louis Vuitton suits with floral pin badges, the septet emerged as one of the most stylish members at the show. Kim Taehyung, aka V, went a step further, accessorizing his brown suit with a bouquet of giant floral pin badges. Their custom wool and cashmere suits were inspired by the Inspired Men’s Fall 2022 collection, complete with matching LV shoes. They changed into all-black suits during their performance.
Billboard Music Awards 2021
BTS set a new high in eveningwear at the Billboard Music Awards in stylish black and grey suits, not only solidifying their reputation as fashion legends, but also showcasing their unmatched charisma in the music world by winning all four awards they were nominated for.
Louis Vuitton’s Fall/Winter 2021 Men’s Collection
After being appointed as Louis Vuitton brand ambassadors in 2021, the members of BTS took to the stage to photograph legendary designer Virgil Abloh’s Fall/Winter 2021 Men’s Collection. Each of the seven members — RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook — graced one unique look from the iconic collection, further solidifying their status as big names in the fashion world.
Grammy Awards 2021
BTS delivered a spectacular performance at the 2021 Grammy Awards in their first solo appearance on the show. The boy band performed their hit song “Dynamite” in colorful suits and heeled boots custom made for the performance by Korean brand LEMETEQUE. They graced the show’s red carpet dressed from head to toe in Virgil Abloh’s Louis Vuitton Fall/Winter 2021 collection.
MTV Broadcast 2021
For their first live performance of the track “Telepathy” from their BE album, the seven Korean boys decided to show off Alessandro Michele’s Gucci Disney collaboration. The cute and colorful looks complemented their individual personal styles while also keeping BTS’ coordinated fashion game in check.
After performing “Telepathy” from the BE album live on MTV Unplugged, BTS once again captivated the stage with a performance of “Life Goes On,” this time embracing a more classic style with the help of Polo Ralph Lauren. Wearing matching outfits in matching hues of brown, the members seamlessly incorporated the timeless elegance of Ralph Lauren’s designs into their own fashion repertoire.
Dynamite performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon 2020
BTS wowed the crowd with their funky and fun performance of “Dynamite” on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in 2020. While it’s unclear what brand of outfits they were wearing, their outfits were just as colorful and fun as their choreography.
Grammy Awards 2020
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BTS made a strong impression on the 2020 Grammy Awards red carpet, once again raising the bar for male awards style. They set a new standard with beautiful trench coats in neutral tones that oozed elegance. Dressed by Bottega Veneta, they radiated undeniable fashion sense. Despite not being nominated that year, BTS took to the stage alongside Lil Nas X to perform “Old Town Road,” and undoubtedly stole the show with their stunning performance.
Golden Disc Awards 2020
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BTS made an unforgettable appearance on the red carpet at the 2020 Golden Disc Awards in Seoul, South Korea, showcasing their coordinated fashion sense in Givenchy outfits. Clare Waight Keller, artistic director of the famous French luxury fashion house, dressed all seven members of the K-pop band. Each member wore a different look from Givenchy’s Spring/Summer 2020 collection, highlighted by Jin’s pastel pink blazer and wide-legged white pants, and V’s eye-catching floral overcoat adorned in various shades of green and yellow.
Mnet Asian Music Awards 2019
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BTS made a stylish appearance on the red carpet at the 2019 Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) in Celine by Hedi Slimane. Jungkook stole the show in a colorful, oversized animal print topcoat, while Jin and V went for a more relaxed style, completing their outfits with pants and blazers. Leader RM donned an acid-wash denim jacket, while J-Hope, Jimin and Suga opted for gold metallic looks.
Melon Music Awards 2019
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BTS turned the red carpet into a stunning runway at the 2019 Melon Music Awards, showing off individual looks inspired by Prada’s Fall 2019 menswear line. Suga wore a fluffy V-neck gray jumper over a white shirt and gray pinstripe slacks with a double-wrapped black belt, while V donned a dark gray pinstripe suit with a thick red knit cardigan. Jin and Jungkook wore double-breasted black jackets and trousers.
RM looked great in a greyish-brown long coat with matching trousers and stacked heart pins, Jimin looked great in a double-belted black suit, and J-Hope looked amazing in a grey double-breasted suit with a cinched waist. This Melon Music Awards appearance stands out as one of BTS’ most coordinated fashion moments.
Billboard Music Awards 2019
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The septet looked stunning in Alexander McQueen suits at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards. All members — V, Jungkook, Jimin, Suga, Jin, RM, and J-Hope — wore pieces by the designer, but each added their own personal touch to the outfits, like V’s patterned suit and RM’s long jacket. The band performed “Boy With Luv” with Halsey, wearing friendship bracelets that she gave them at the event.
Mnet Asian Music Awards Japan 2018
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BTS strayed from their usual coordinated fashion at the Mnet Asian Music Awards in Japan, opting for different ensembles from Dior’s Spring/Summer 2019 menswear line. A bright bubblegum pink suit and shiny jacquard-print overcoat were unexpected choices, but the group’s experimental choice was a big hit on the carpet.
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