15 August,2023 03:59 PM IST | Seoul, South Korea | Harshita Kale
BTS` Kim Taehyung for his W Korea photoshoot, Pics/Instagram
BTS have been paving the way in more ways than one. Apart from being a global music and cultural sensation, they have also raised awareness about the stigma surrounding mental health and illness, especially amongst youth. They have also been flagbearers of celebrating inclusivity and diversity - and one way they do this is by embracing gender-fluid fashion.
BTS members Kim Taehyung aka V and Park Jimin are especially at the forefront of flaunting their unique, eclectic and gender non-conforming sartorial choices. Taehyung's stunning visuals and sensual deep baritone is enough to woo ARMY - but an integral part of his self-expression and personality is his sometimes neutral-palleted, at others, bold and edgy wardrobe.
Taehyung is set to embark on a highly anticipated solo journey with his forthcoming album "Layover," slated for release on September 8. The announcement revealed BigHit music triggered a wave of excitement among fans eager to witness V's individual artistic expression.
Taehyung has been engaging in several promotional activities leading up to the big release of the album. One of them included a cover photoshoot for W Korea where he once again embraced fashion celebrating the spectrum of gender fluidity. The video opened with a shot of Taehyung's slender hands, adorned with thick silver rings (with a reptile crawling along it, no less!)
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ARMYs then got to see Kim Taehyung in his full glory - his blond hair slicked back and styled in a cut-out oversized black leather dress. The embellished cheetah silver earring in one ear definitely caught our eye as did his nail art! V recently flaunted his nails in a livestream, sharing that he was attempting to follow in J-Hope's fashionable footsteps - and this video proved that the nail salon definitely took up V's look another notch.
V also celebrated gender fluidity in another recent photoshoot for Arena Korea, labeled 'The Kim Taehyung era' by BTS' ARMY, showcased V in two distinctive outfits. In one image, he appeared shirtless, accented only by an animal-printed bandana and tousled hair. Another frame captured him in a sequined sleeveless cropped top paired with skinny pants and a statement leather belt. A final standout ensemble included a red leather jacket mesh shirt, black pants, and heeled Chelsea boots.
His music video for 'Love Me Again,' one of the lead singles of his album 'Layover' also featured him in gender-defying clothing such as a glittering gold ensemble with ear cuffs and a red fishnet top. We can't wait to see what more the artist has up his sleeves!
