The many faces of G-Dragon: 8 singular looks that define fashion’s Übermensch
As G-Dragon embarks on his highly anticipated Übermensch world tour across Asia, fashion enthusiasts are witnessing the return of K-pop’s most compelling style chameleon. The BigBang leader has never treated his wardrobe as just clothing, with each outfit serving as a visual note, chronicling his artistic evolution from streetwear pioneer to global fashion icon. Returning with his latest album Übermensch, G-Dragon’s comeback is a style renaissance that reaffirms his status as fashion’s most fearless shapeshifter. Here are some of his most compelling looks through the years.
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The Übermensch era: G-Dragon’s reinvention through romantic rebellion
G-Dragon’s latest tour is called ‘Übermensch’, which means ‘super-man’ or ‘beyond man’. (Photo: @xxxibgdrgn / Instagram)
G-Dragon’s latest tour looks embodies the concept of transcendence that defines his Übermensch era. Whether sporting a rose-covered red jacket or a hot pink double-breasted suit, each look represents his ongoing evolution. The Übermensch mindset—striving toward a stronger, more resilient self—shows up in his fearless styling. By blending romance with rebellion, he shows that true reinvention demands continuous transformation.
G-Dragon as K-pop’s original streetwear icon
G-Dragon has paid homage to his hip-hop heroes through streetwear. (Photo: @xxxibgdrgn / Instagram)
Long before luxury fashion houses courted him, G-Dragon was revolutionising K-pop’s visual landscape through streetwear. In the early 2010s, when groups favoured shiny suits and coordinated outfits, BigBang dared to be different. His look combined red beanies, track pants and statement Nike trainers—a direct homage to his hip-hop heroes like Pharrell Williams and Kanye West. Translating American hip-hop aesthetics for Korean audiences, G-Dragon’s early style established his credibility as a trendsetter who could bridge global fashion movements.
The punk aesthetic that turned attitude into fashion
The K-pop idol drips punk attitude with this look (Photo: @xxxibgdrgn / Instagram)
G-Dragon’s pink-and-black mullet, piled-on gold chains and defiant lip piercing felt less like styling and more like visual autobiography. This wasn’t costume play. Each element fed into his larger creative narrative, where fashion, music and persona exist in constant dialogue.
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From fan to front row: G-Dragon’s Chanel ambassadorship
Chanel named G-Dragon as its first Asian global ambassador. (Photo: @xxxibgdrgn / Instagram)
G-Dragon’s appointment as Chanel’s first Asian global ambassador marked a pivotal shift in luxury fashion. His command of the maison’s codes—tweed jackets, pearl necklaces, quilted handbags—wasn’t imitation but bold reinterpretation. He transformed traditionally feminine pieces into androgynous power statements: a sequined blazer paired with a pearl choker, layers of pearls combined with a classic beret. Through this, he proved that true style transcends gender boundaries, making Chanel feel fresh and modern for an entirely new generation.
Art you can wear: G-Dragon’s fashion as creative canvas
This cape, with its graffiti-style print, shows G-Dragon’s taste for wearable art. (Photo: @xxxibgdrgn / Instagram)
G-Dragon’s philosophy extends beyond wearing fashion to creating wearable art. His dramatic graffiti-style cape exemplifies this approach, transforming his body into a mobile gallery. This philosophy echoes through his other projects, like PeaceMinusOne, which started as a contemporary art exhibition before evolving into a fashion label. The same mindset shaped his Nike “Para-Noise” Air Force 1 collaboration, featuring paint designed to crack and peel away, revealing hidden artwork underneath. For G-Dragon, fashion isn’t just something you wear—it’s another medium for creative expression.
Rewriting the rules of tailoring
G-Dragon upends traditional menswear with personal details. (Photo: @xxxibgdrgn / Instagram)
G-Dragon’s approach to traditional menswear reveals his understanding of fashion’s visual language. Take his pinstripe suit: while the silhouette speaks to formality, rebellious details—red-framed glasses, visible tattoos creeping above the collar, a turquoise tie—subvert expectations. While he favours designers for their architectural tailoring, he personalises each piece with his signifiers. His tattoos and piercings aren’t afterthoughts—they’re deliberate choices that turn classic suiting into a manifesto of self-expression.
Grandma-core goes viral: the power of eccentricity
Dubbed ‘grandma-core’ or ‘auntie fashion’, G-Dragon’s quirky look went viral. (Photo: @xxxibgdrgn / Instagram)
When G-Dragon wears it, even a simple crochet beanie can explode into a viral fashion trend. Paired with quirky wavy-framed glasses and layered pearl necklaces, his look was dubbed grandma-core or ‘auntie fashion’ by style watchers. It sparked fan debates, countless social media imitations and a flood of recreations on Etsy—further proof of his talent for turning the most unexpected pieces into must-have fashion statements.
G-Dragon’s true signature: the attitude that ties it all together
It’s not the clothes, it’s the man: attitude is G-Dragon’s most powerful accessory. (Photo: @xxxibgdrgn / Instagram)
Strip away the shocking colours, luxury labels and elaborate staging, and what remains is G-Dragon’s most powerful accessory: his attitude. His magnetic presence proves that while anyone can purchase and wear designer clothing, no one can replicate his unique charisma. His signature nonchalance remains the unifying thread across all his fashion transformations—the one element that cannot be counterfeited, copied or purchased.
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