G-Dragon Named Only Asian Artist in Complex's 'Best Dressers of the 21st Century'

Global fashion icon G-Dragon has once again proven his unparalleled class by being the sole Asian artist listed in the 'Best Dressers of the 21st Century' by the renowned American fashion and culture media outlet, Complex.

Complex released its list on November 12th (local time), ranking G-Dragon at 16th place. This places him alongside global fashion trendsetters such as Kanye West, Rihanna, Pharrell, and David Beckham, showcasing his firm standing as a fashion icon on the international stage.

Complex lauded G-Dragon, stating, "He set the standard for fashion before K-Pop took the world by storm. He was always one step ahead of the trend." The publication further elaborated, "Nearly 20 years after his debut, G-Dragon continues to redefine the concept of 'style' in K-Pop, breaking boundaries, and inspiring an entire generation to view fashion as a form of self-expression," emphasizing the pioneering influence of Korean artists across the fashion industry.

G-Dragon has been recognized as a style icon since his early career, thanks to his unique sense of fashion. He blurred the lines between high fashion and streetwear by impeccably styling avant-garde items such as Alexander McQueen's skull scarf, COMME des GARÇONS, and Nike Air More Uptempo. Notably, after becoming Chanel's first Asian male global ambassador in 2016, he has maintained his role and collaborated with brands like Nike and Jacob & Co., releasing products that quickly became global trends, solidifying his unique brand power.

Over the past two decades, G-Dragon has redefined the fashion landscape. His airport appearances created a global cultural phenomenon known as 'airport fashion,' and he popularized genderless styles, which were once considered unconventional for male artists, into mainstream trends. Furthermore, the 'PEACEMINUSONE × Nike' collaboration is considered a pivotal moment that transcended a simple sneaker release, transforming global fashion consumption culture and playing a key role in paving the way for luxury brands to actively collaborate with K-Pop artists.

This inclusion in Complex's 'Best Dressers of the 21st Century' signifies the official recognition of G-Dragon's influence on fashion and culture over the past 20 years in the global market. It serves as a meaningful indicator that his status in the global fashion scene, beyond K-Pop, will continue to expand.

Meanwhile, G-Dragon is preparing for the Seoul encore concerts of his 'G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch],' which has successfully completed 36 shows in 16 cities worldwide. Domestic and international fans are eagerly anticipating his final performances in Korea as a representative style icon and artist of K-Pop.

Korean netizens reacted enthusiastically, commenting things like 'As expected, GD!', 'Undeniable fashion icon status confirmed,' and 'It's amazing how he's led trends for over 20 years.' Many expressed excitement for his upcoming encore concert.