Power Dressing Looks We Loved From K-Drama "Hyena" Character Jung Geum-Ja
Time to start making our back-to-work power looks list with these!
A work-from-home setup is the new normal now as we live under quarantine due to COVID-19. For office ladies like ourselves, one of the things we definitely miss is dressing up—planning the outfits, pairing them, accessorizing them, and putting on makeup to match the looks.
What replaced our trendy, stylish, and well-coordinated ensembles are "half-dressed" attire that only look good from the waist up (business on top, leisure on bottom).
So when we came across the recently concluded K-Drama Hyena, we found ourselves obsessing over female lead character Jung Geum-ja's fabulous, statement-making corporate outfits. Immediately, we knew she means business.
Hyena, which used to be on the SBS time slot now occupied by The King: Eternal Monarch, revolves around two competitive lawyers (Kim Hye-soo as Jung Geum-ja and Ju Ji-hoon as Yoon Hee-jae) who work for an elite clientele. In the midst of an intense legal battlefield, where they constantly try to outdo each other, love blooms.
As we were glued to our screens, waiting for the next case they'd work on and the tough competition that'd ensue, we couldn't help but look forward to Jung Geum-ja's outfits, too. The character's personality is confident, aggressive, and rebellious, but she has a cool, fun, and playful side, too. And these show through her bold color combo choices, smart pairings, her athleisure spin to power dressing, and her take on accessorizing. Every exciting, action-packed scene, she had the powerful attire to match its intensity.
In the gallery below, we break down her style, for your inspiration:
Power Dressing Inspo
Power Dressing Inspo
1. Oversized pantsuits
A staple in this character's wardrobe is an oversized pantsuit in a wide range of colors. The silhouette may be relaxed but the structure still looks smart. There's an androgynous feel to it but, here, check out how the inner silky button-down she paired it with lends a subtle sexiness to her overall look.
Photo Credit: SBS
2. Bold color combos
What a way to make a statement! A tailored suit worn confidently is enough to turn heads, so imagine how much more attention-grabbing it'll be when you mix and match bold colors together. Take your cue from Jung Geum-ja's bold color combos: red on orange, red on red, green on green, purple on red, or blue on blue.
Photo Credit: SBS
Photo Credit: @hs_kim_95
Photo Credit: Dramabeans
Photo Credit: Dramabeans
Photo Credit: SBS
Photo Credit: Dramabeans
3. A play on neutrals
Office-appropriate pieces in black, white, or beige are wardrobe staples. They're classic and timeless yet they can look modern too. See how her use of overcoat and a punchy red briefcase (a Chanel bag, no less) make her attire look very "now."
Photo Credit: @hs_kim_95
4. Neutral blazers or pantsuits with pastel or- bright-colored button-downs
Create an eye-catching pairing by introducing a visually striking color combination that's refreshing to look at at the same time.
Photo Credit: @hs_kim_95
Photo Credit: @hs_kim_95
Photo Credit: @hs_kim_95
5. Bold prints
Go for stripes, checkered, or plaid, and complement it with solid-colored inner tops or bottoms for a cohesive feel.
Photo Credit: SBS
Photo Credit: @hs_kim_95
Photo Credit: SBS
6. Tracksuits with blazers/coats
Who knew tracksuits can be dressed up to look this cool? We love the creativity in playing up the athleisure style with structured coats or blazers. Comfy yet chic!
Photo Credit: @hs_kim_95
Photo Credit: @hs_kim_95
7. Accessories of choice
Jung Geum-ja has signature looks that she always accessorizes with oversized black sunglasses, a rope cord crossbody phone case, a gold necklace, and a gold ring.
Photo Credit: Netflix
Photo Credit: SBS
Photo Credit: SBS
Lead photos @sbsdrama.official and @hs_kim_95
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