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K-Dramas are a global phenomenon for a number of reasons. Be it the handsome actors, gorgeous actresses, creative storylines, or even the breathtaking backgrounds; there are many reasons to love them. One of many K-Drama lovers' favorite pastimes is paying attention to the characters' outfits. Sometimes K-Drama viewers will even seek out the very clothing items worn by the character, eager to recreate the look. However, sometimes K-Dramas have faced backlash for lacking realistic K-Drama fashion styling.
You might find that after a K-Drama has aired, a debate sparks about whether the styling choices made for the K-Drama character are realistic or not. For example, you might see a college student with a middle-class background wearing designer luxury brand clothes throughout the drama. In most instances like this, the actors in the drama may be sponsored by these brands or the styling may have been chosen for aesthetic purposes. However, the average K-Drama viewer who can relate to the character might find their attire unrealistic.
So, this raises the question, does K-Drama fashion styling have to be realistic? Does it matter if stylists prioritize the actors' aesthetics over the realism of their characters?
We'll be exploring all of this in today's article.
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Factors That Stylists Have To Keep In Mind When Styling K-Drama Characters
Stylist & Designer's Perspective When Styling K-Drama Characters
Firstly, it may be most important to consider K-Drama stylists' perspectives when they have to make fashion choices for a character.
The renowned costume designer Jo SangGyeong ha
