Written by Mel (Mel-Bell (@Th3MelThatFell) / X)
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Whether going into the discipline of composition, kinesthetic motion, or vocal prowess, ATEEZ are no strangers to the arts and the unique, wondrous world it creates. And as we continue into Milan Fashion Week and approach Paris Fashion Week, ATINYs have been excitedly posting to see which ATEEZ members may be attending and who they would be brushing shoulders with in the more recently traversable fashion world. Several of the members have already made their grand debut at various events spanning last year and are rumored (or basically completely confirmed: i.e. San at Dolce & Gabbana) to attend some of the shows over the course of the next week or so, while others have yet to make an appearance and will hopefully be able to make their first show. In anticipation of this, I’ve thought over some brands set to walk the physical and digital runways that I think would vibe well with the personal aesthetics for each member.
Now that Seonghwa has become the official face for the men’s line for Isabel Marant’s 2025 collection, it’s obvious that this brand and its intentional genderless styling across both the men’s and women’s wear lines is a perfect blend for Seonghwa to find a home in. True to form, I think the reason this partnership is so successful is because Marant’s vision of fashion finds a true home with Seonghwa’s personal style.
Obviously, Marant is one of the best brands for Seonghwa to work with, though they are definitely not the only ones that I could envision him finding agreement with. Pressiat, a contemporary addition to the fashion world, is a phenomenal alternative that I think Seonghwa would perfectly embody. Each garment carries a sharpness, yet there are also distinctive feminine attributes to the pieces, whether in draping or cut of the fabric, that I think would intrigue Seonghwa and provide a playground for his creativity.
In a similar vein, designs by Francesco Murano would be a bold, but fitting choice as well. The artistry of each article is almost handcrafted to express curves, whether in intricate ruching or elegant fabric excesses, which applies a softness to even clothes that carry a more masculine shape. Allowing Seonghwa these options that transcend gender itself are the smartest choices for allowing him to pursue a brand that speaks to his own spirit.
Other designers such as Edis Pala and MaxMara would also be great candidates for collaboration, as they all present varying levels of avant garde elements to fashion in a way that I think could allow Seonghwa a lot of creative and sartorial freedom.
Balmain has already credited Hongjoong as being a muse towards the brand’s fashion goals, and both Hongjoong and Balmain’s creative director Olivier are friends outside of their professional bond. Hongjoong has still made sure that his interest in fashion design is something he explores by frequently attending various shows, such as the Vivienne Westwood show last season. I think that he would be quite at home with various styles, but especially those with bold choices of patterns and cuts such as Rabanne. While the designs carry more of a statement that the potential for everyday wear, I think that speaks to Hongjoong’s creative spirit more and could be a great bit of inspiration for his own design process by allowing him to see the beauty of further smashing the boundary of what a piece needs to be. Designs by brands such as Jarel Zhang could also provide a fun framework for creative interpretations, especially in the layering and combinations of textiles in a single garment to create the appearance of texture throughout the piece in an almost intentionally tattered or stained manner.
Other brands such as Maitrepierre could help Hongjoong explore more geek-injected takes on classical fashion, while opting to work with brands such as Kenzo could allow more of a trend into the more casual fitting and more playful styles.
Either way, these styles I think would provide that educational experience that I feel Hongjoong is taking a stab at as he brings himself into the fashion world.
Boyfriend-coded as ever, Yunho marks the first in the list of ATEEZ men who hasn’t formally attached himself to a brand. While he attended Seoul Fashion Week early last September, ATINY have been vocal about their hopes for a team-up with Ralph Lauren after a photoshoot he dropped last month. Obviously, I do hope that he can work with Ralph Lauren for a project in the future. In addition, I do hope that he can attend similar, preppy-inspired brands that also help draw attention to his phenomenal proportions. A brand like ACNE STUDIOS would be a great pick, and one that members of ATEEZ have worn before. While still adding intrigue through bold patterns, the classically romantic flow of clothing on the masculine silhouette do wonders for his tall frame.
While not quite as flowing as the previous brand, I think that some of the warm colors and tones present in recent Brunello Cucinelli looks would also be a homerun for nailing Yunho’s fashion and I think have a range that could really flatter his features. The more traditional take with regard to the formalwear are offset with rich colors and exquisite materials that I believe could look downright regal on him.
Some of the silhouettes that come with Hermes’ Fall 2025 collection could also be a great area for Yunho to show off the timeless glamour of the classic men’s clothing shapes. While the clothes lack pops of color that I think could highlight Yunho’s sunny disposition, I think the general aesthetic fits in, just shy of a purely academic look that gives a learned and warm feeling. On the other hand, I do think that Kiton would be an interesting brand for Yunho to partner on account of the vibrant colors used in tandem with the more straightforward and traditional shapes of the menswear.
While looking through the brands in attendance for both Paris and Milan Fashion Week, Yeosang definitely had the most that I believe would suit his aesthetic. Between classic brands like Christian Dior and Valentino, his soft-yet-muscular frame is something that could be very easily highlighted with the right clothing. Specifically the Resort 2025 of the latter brand has a creative application of maximalism combined with a fun, yet subdued neutral color palette that coupled with Yeosang’s striking beauty creates something akin to a modern Renaissance sculpture brought to life.
In a similar vein, I would also love to see Yeosang modeling some of the looks from N.21’s Fall 2025 menswear. The eccentric, yet polished styles have a boldness that I don’t think many immediately associate with Yeosang’s first impression. However, his soft-spoken nature does belie a playful, even mischievous nature, which I think he lets come through with many of his fashion choices: a sort of under-the-surface cheekiness that really explains how he and Wooyoung became such close friends. The tailoring allows for him to have a more fitted look while allowing a looser, yet still-slim fit pants would serve to elongate Yeosang’s frame and add a lot of power to his overall stance in a bright and modern manner.
While I do think that Valentino or N.21 would be the most ideal fits between the long list of brands on account of their more playful use of eccentric looks, I do think that more subdued styles would also look effortlessly elegant on his as well. Some of the shapes and trailing of some of the Nehera coats from the Fall 2025 men’s collection would suit Yeosang and the way that clothes fall on him I think would be flattering. On a more statement-piece path, I would also like to see Yeosang in something like the Printemps/Été 2025 collection from Enfants Riches Déprimés, which provides more rigidity and restriction through modern pieces.
It’s really hard to talk about San’s place in the fashion world without bringing up Dolce & Gabbana, as the two have become intrinsically intertwined. San’s marblesque physique and striking facial features lends themselves to becoming the perfect model for the Italian brand. And with San’s confirmed attendance for D&G’s Milan Fashion Week on Saturday marking his third consecutive show since his debut into the fashion scene, it’s a given at this point that he will continue to be tied with the grand. Should he choose to explore other brands as well, I think that additional brands that focus on structured takes on classic masculine shapes will benefit his shape and allow for him to feel the most confident. I could see him wearing many pieces of the Saint Laurent Spring 2025 collection well, as it provides more of the classic elements that also help sculpt broadness in the shoulders and could help further exaggerate San’s broad build.
While San trends towards more of the traditional shapes present in men’s fashion, hear me out as I say that I’d love to see him try out more experimental styles like those of Lorenzo Seghezzi. The Italian designer incorporates the punk elements with hyper-stylized shapes with the artistic inspirations of the 70’s-era. The common trend of broad shoulders and corseted waists would fit like a glove with San’s proportions and while it is certainly out of the realm of his current fashion choices, I think it would be a bold, but fitting choice and allow him to push the bounds of his own fashion preferences.
As an alternate way to emphasize San’s features could be to trail into more leatherwork, such as the work done by Jitrois. The fitting of the pieces could further tailor San’s already enviable silhouette and plenty of the clothes allow chest windows if San was to opt into a more tongue-and-cheek approach rather than foregoing the shirt altogether.
Mingi is someone who I feel belongs in the fashion scene, yet I struggled to find diverse areas that I could see him in. Despite the collab he had with Calvin Klein for their holiday line, I find that Mingi’s personal style really fits best with more contemporary brands. In the same breath, I don’t see him with some of the more bold designers as I would with Hongjoong, nor do I see him following in Seonghwa’s shoes into more of the genderless stylings (even though he would easily pull it off). Rather, I feel he would be most at home in more of the streetwear side of the fashion world, much like Wooyoung. This fits nicely with the potential of Mingi attending the Off-White show next week, who do bridge the gap between streetwear and high-end fashion. I think Mingi could be ideal for other brands such as Undercover, as the Japanese brand meshes the streetwear aesthetic with that of punk inspiration in a way that I think does wonders with Mingi’s outward persona.
And, while it’s perhaps the low-hanging fruit of options, I think that Mingi and Diesel go hand-in-hand in terms of overall aesthetic. The snug fits help shape Mingi’s frame well, adding more length to his already long limbs as well as create effortless definition. The brand definitely exudes confidence with each piece, as the pieces are certainly unforgiving without the exact shape and musculature.
Additionally, I could see collaborations with Yohji Yamamoto being a great meld of creative expression. Yamamoto’s pieces reflect a level of raw emotion that I do think could add a cathartic freedom for Mingi, allowing him to make a declaration without needing further explanation.
To round out the list of those who are now veterans to fashion week, Wooyoung definitely has the most solid concept of both what his personal style is and, in my opinion, how he wants it to evolve to continue representing his own authenticity. As a result, I do believe that Courreges is a phenomenal choice for him and I’m so happy that he’s gotten the opportunity to attend them previously. Additionally, I think that there are plenty of brands that would allow him to express himself in just that manner, some of which he’s already worn or otherwise shown interest in. I would be remiss to not bring up Balenciaga, who Wooyoung has frequently worn across multiple comebacks and who ATINY have consistently wished would extend interest to. The more avant garde shapes and modern monochrome aesthetic suit both Wooyoung’s more adventurous and curious nature, allowing him to seamlessly play “what if” with his fashion choices.
A brand like Domenico Orefice could also prove to be a smart combination for Wooyoung to pursue. The marriage of sportswear and streetwear make a perfect complement to Wooyoung’s effortlessly casual looks in a way that could just scream “high-fashion” without confining him into a set tradition. Wooyoung desires to be seen, at a fundamental level, and I think that these high-interest concepts suit him extremely well.
Speaking of more experimental “what if”s, another designer that I think would fill this particular niche in Wooyoung’s fashion would be that of Rick Owens. While it was Seonghwa who modeled the outrageous Porterville inflatable boots, I could very easily see Wooyoung also making the look both vogue, but also somehow wearable in a way that few people could. Rick Owens’ works I think would provide Wooyoung with sartorially progressive staples that few could even dream of following in the footsteps of.
Compared to his other group members, Jongho is arguably the most classical masculine clothing proponent. And I do see the argument, as I think that the more relaxed fitting is something that allows him to feel the most confident and powerful. And I think that brands that tie into that quiet power would pair best with Jongho’s fashion, regardless of if the clothes fall into more formal-wear or a more casual fit. This definitely makes more household luxury brand names great contenders for him to partner with. Given some of the options, I feel that Louis Vuitton’s menswear could offer a modest, yet sexy styling for Jongho to assert his presence even amongst the veterans of fashion week. The brand has managed to earn its place amongst the fashion house elite, having been in business for well over a century and continues to make itself one of the biggest brands to watch.
Additionally, I found a collaboration within the Milan Fashion Week between MAX&Co. and Pietro Terzini that I think could find a home within Jongho’s more casual outfits. MAX&Co. typically offers more of the everyday, yet still attention-grabbing articles while Pietro Terzini offers up his poignant, poetic modern art that I think would add a literal statement to Jongho’s wardrobe in a unique manner.
Jongho could definitely merge the combination of formal articles with a softer color palette with clothes from a designer like Loro Piana, which could express a brighter tone to offset Jongho’s usual dark and/or monochrome ensembles. The brand adds a bit more playfulness to classic closet essentials and, with the right accessorization, could create an incredibly fashion-forward look that could captivate the world.
Curiosity is going to have me waiting patiently each day for any updates from ATEEZ’s social media about who may be attending which events as well as what looks we can expect to see them gracing us with.
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