BTS’s V made a striking appearance at Vogue World: Hollywood, held on October 26, following his personal invitation from Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour.
The star turned heads in a sophisticated grey ensemble that blended modern tailoring with subtle cultural elements, featuring a long overcoat, a wide-brimmed hat, and a traditional Korean-inspired belt detail.
While many fans and fashion enthusiasts praised his look for its elegance and cultural representation, reactions online were far from unanimous.
Some lauded V for proudly incorporating Korean influences into a Western high-fashion setting, calling it a refreshing and meaningful choice amid the event’s celebrity-filled lineup.
I love when people wear things that reflect their culture. https://t.co/1SRUzHJhb7 pic.twitter.com/I3EFFcxFW1
— crazyslittlebitch (@crazyslittle) October 27, 2025
Notice how he embraced his culture?
He truly represents Korea’s pride.
I love when people wholeheartedly embrace who they are it’s such a beautiful thing. https://t.co/Ndrv7tDEM5
— 🧜🏼♀️ (@vitchescoven) October 27, 2025
Others even compared it to the iconic outfits from KPop Demon Hunters‘ fictional boy group Saja Boys.
Bro looks like he’s about to perform THE IDOL. https://t.co/7CsKFkffW5 pic.twitter.com/Zlq6Lsm6SU
— isa (@solmerv) October 27, 2025
hes here to be my idol https://t.co/YNZcCRYZ8L pic.twitter.com/LJBzLV6rDC
— ⋆˚ mia ⁷｡⋆౨ৎ˚ (@sweetcandyjin) October 27, 2025
Unfortunately, the look has drawn a lot of backlash and criticism at the same time. It seems like not everyone was a fan of V’s take on the theme.
He thought he ate pic.twitter.com/3iUnvAvR2N
— Sabrinator 🦄 (@karmaspeaknow) October 27, 2025
V stuns at Vogue World. pic.twitter.com/dfNwYaKEyO
— Pop Base (@PopBase) October 27, 2025
This will probably be the last year they let him in it’s making the whole Vogue world look cheap https://t.co/I8FD10vHxU pic.twitter.com/7WaTzsqz6G
— ♱ (@rosejnk_) October 27, 2025
why did they dress him like that? https://t.co/vsYgSfqLjv
— j.m (@jmprettiest) October 27, 2025
Whether viewed as bold or unconventional, his Vogue World appearance has once again solidified his position as one of K-Pop’s most daring and conversation-driving style idols.
