EXO's Kai, The Only K-pop Male To Enter GQ's Best Dressed Men

Kai EXO (Instagram Kai @zkdlin)

JAKARTA - UK GQ Magazine announced a list of 50 Best Dressed Men. This is a symbol of appreciation given to men who are increasingly tough showing their fashion style. Men are often described as lazy in managing clothes, but not the 50 men from various industries.

According to GQ Chief Editor, Dylan Jones, this list is so well-curated that no one has the right to protest. The fashion industry that is getting bigger will strengthen the competition to be fiercer for the next year. The men on this list are also reading fashion and conquering the red carpet, grabbing massive attention on social media and fashion lines glancing at them is no exception.

Of the 50 names that appeared, there was one that caught the attention of K-pop fans. Kim Jongin, otherwise known as Kai from the K-pop group EXO, is the only K-pop man on the list. For EXO-L fans, the name Kai might not be a surprise. You see, Kai has never missed attending fashion week events abroad from the Gucci label. He also always comes up with a breakthrough appearance that sets him apart from other K-pop men.

GQ wrote; “Thanks to millions of YouTube views and a fan base, Kai, the lead singer and dancer of phenomenon group EXO, is ranked as one of the biggest and most influential pop stars in the world. It represents all that is interesting about contemporary Korean style; great suits, layered use, and accessories styled in a futuristic manner. Experimental and bold, but also elegant and sophisticated. This summer, at the Gucci Resort 2020 event in France, Kai appeared in a deep red wool suit with a fringed crystal mask. After that, Rocky Smoke started a conversation with him. Maybe the two of them exchanged fashion tips. "

Meanwhile, GQ Fashion Director Luke Day wrote a note: “I was very attracted to Kai when I worked with him; his personal style is very inspiring and unique. He's a true pioneer and made bold choices that resonate with me. "

Appearing at Gucci Resort 2020 is not the first time for Kai. Kai's relationship with the Gucci fashion brand is indeed close. He has attended Gucci fashion shows since 2018. His eccentric appearance has received responses and attention from outside media. Likewise, when Kai appeared with EXO, he often experimented with the clothes he was wearing. For example, when he wore a crop top for Tempo's music videos and promotions. Although he admitted that he was embarrassed, the response he received was positive so that he became more confident.

He returned to wearing half-body clothes for the Obsession music video. Regarding dances, contemporary dance has become a champion. It's only natural that GQ sees Kai as a K-pop guy who is different from the rest. Last September, Gucci inaugurated Kai as the first Korean man to become a global ambassador following in the footsteps of Ni Ni and Harry Styles.

Apart from Kai, there are a number of new names that have entered GQ's 50 Best Dressed Men. Among them are Brad Pitt, Lil Nas X, Keanu Reeves, Troye Sivan, Bill Skarsgard and many more. Meanwhile, the names that have appeared and returned are Harry Styles, David Beckham, John Legend, Travis Scott, and Ryan Gosling. Congratulations to the winners!