7 reasons why G-Dragon is still K-pop’s ultimate fashion icon, 20 years on
K-pop star G-Dragon continues to influence global fashion trends two decades into his career, maintaining his status as a major cultural icon. His ongoing impact is reflected in his high-profile brand partnerships and the rising global interest in K-pop style.
Why it matters
G-Dragon's enduring influence demonstrates the significant role that K-pop artists play in shaping global consumer behavior and the luxury fashion industry.
From becoming Chanel’s first Asian global ambassador to creating sold-out Nike sneakers, G-Dragon has spent two decades breaking fashion rules – and inspiring a generation of K-pop stars to do the same.
G-Dragon, the undisputed fashion king of K-pop. (Art: Jasper Loh; photos: instagram/8lo8lo8lowme)
Chin Chih Lin 09 Oct 2026 07:27AM Bookmark Bookmark Share WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Email LinkedIn Set CNA as your preferred source on Google Add CNA as a trusted source to help Google better understand and surface our content in search results. Read a summary of this article on FAST. Get bite-sized news via a new cards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FAST In 2015, the influential platform Business of Fashion included G-Dragon in its BoF 500, an annual index of the people shaping the global fashion industry.
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