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Jeon Somi’s Style Evolution Into A Solo K-Pop Style Star

She’s loved for her bubbly personality and stylish fashion taste.

by India Roby

Jeon Somi, better known as Somi, has transformed from teen television star to a rising K-pop singer over the years. The Dutch-Canadian and Korean solo artist has garnered a global fanbase for her bright and bubbly personality that shines on and off the screen.

After Somi’s buzz-worthy solo debut with “Birthday” back in 2019, the 20-year-old is finally releasing her first full-length album (and a new single) titled XOXO, and with that, she’s taking her fashion sense to the next level, too.

Celebrate Somi’s latest solo project as we walk through her style evolution from her I.O.I days to her most recent looks, ahead.

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2017, High1 Seoul Music Awards

During her days in the 11-member project band I.O.I, the girl group was seen wearing black gowns to the 2017 High1 Seoul Music Awards.

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2017, HERA’s Hugo & Victor Collaboration Launch

The K-pop star attended the launch for HERA’s collaboration back in 2017, opting for a white mini dress and heels.

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2017, Somi Autograph Session For Jambangee

Somi promoted her fashion campaign with Jambangee in a white turtleneck paired with a denim mini skirt and a plaid flannel. She also wore a mauve coat and white sneakers.

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2019, MCM Fall 2019 Collection Launch

Somi arrived on the red carpet in an oversized black sweatshirt dress paired with MCM monogram thigh-high boots and a matching mini bag.

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2019, Hanlim Arts School Graduation

Wearing a white collared top under a black sweater, paired with a gray skirt and a cropped blazer to her graduation ceremony at Hanlim Arts School. She finished her uniform with a bowtie and white sneakers.

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2019, “Birthday” Showcase In Seoul

At her first single “Birthday” showcase in a Alexandre Vauthier dress with a giant tartan bow with sheer tights and lace-up boots.

2020, Mnet Peformance For “What You Waiting For”

Wearing a red mini dress by Raisa Vanessa to her Mnet performance of “What You Waiting For.”

2020, Wearing The Dior Bobby Bag

Wearing a floral smocked mini dress from For Love And Lemons while promoting Dior’s Bobby shoulder bag.

2020, Halloween

Somi gives fans the ultimate throwback by dressing up as a red Teletubby for Halloween 2020.

2021, Louis Vuitton Photoshoot

As a global ambassador for Louis Vuitton’s eyewear, the singer posted a behind-the-scenes look at her new shades in a green turtleneck paired with track pants and lilac sandals.

2020, Having Baskin Robbins

Somi is keeping the corset trend alive in a hot pink corset paired with gray bottoms while promoting Baskin Robbins’ new flavors.

2021, Out During The Summer

Posing next to a tan macramé handbag in House of Sunny’s green Hockney dress and an embroidered cap by Korean brand Depound.

2021, SBS Inkigayo Performance for “Dumb Dumb”

Wearing a matching knitted set by Alessandra Rich to her performance for “Dumb Dumb.”

2021, Shooting The “XOXO” Music Video

The K-pop star gave fans a sneak peek for her latest music video “XOXO,” where she wore an embellished beret with a white graphic tee and a choker necklace.

2022, Winter in Seoul

Back in January, Somi posted her snow day outfit on Instagram, keeping warm in a large fur coat from Khaite over a white tee and black pants.

2022, Somi in the Studio

While in the studio back in February, the K-pop solo star wore a black Edward Scissorhands tee with red pants and shoes from Rick Owens x Converse.

2022, Somi’s Upcoming “Special Day”

Just a couple of days before the singer’s 21st birthday, Somi announces an upcoming surprise wearing a colorful white graphic tee and a black R13 cap.

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