Hyun Bin's Style Evolution: Your Ultimate Guide To His Best Fashion Moments On-Screen
His status as a veteran actor is more than enough reason to keep these TV and film fashion moments within sight.
Hyun Bin has been in the Korean entertainment industry for over 18 years. Time and time again, he has wowed us with his on-screen style transformations as a king, a restaurateur, a CEO, a gang member, a kidnapper, or even as a captain of a North Korean army. Although it's hard to imagine how he managed to embody these roles flawlessly, Hyun Bin has proven through the years that he's got what it takes and that's enough for us to keep on rooting for him! If you've been paying close attention to his career, you would know that his versatility in acting also applies with how well he carries his character's sense of style.
He fell nothing short of charisma even during his career beginnings. His roles in Spin Kick, Nonstop, and Daddy Long Legs gave us a glimpse of how he would look like if he was the boy next door we've been crushing on in high school. His vests, sweaters, and denim looks spoke 2000s fashion from head to toe. Not to mention all the times he wore sporty windbreakers and slightly undone shirts for his roles as a genius or a rebel student. If you think he looked handsome as a student, you'll instantly fall in love with his roles as a king or as a warrior. There might be something about a man in a suit but a man in anything kingly and knightly is also something else! Speaking of suits, do tell us that you also haven't moved on from his roles in Secret Garden, The Swindlers, and The Negotiation. He just knows how to rock them so well even if he's starring as the main character or the antagonist in the series or film. And of course, how can we ever forget of his role as Captain Ri in Crash Landing On You! Hyun Bin gave us dapper military looks and also transitioned to minimalistic outfits towards the end of the series like he was born to play that breakthrough role.
If you want to see his complete TV and film style transformation, make sure to check out the gallery down below! Take your time and read through the captions as you please. If you have more time to spare, you can also check out Son Ye-jin's best on-screen fashion moments here.
Style Evolution: Hyun Bin
Style Evolution: Hyun Bin
Bodyguard (2003)
Don't be fooled by Hyun Bin's good looks here, his role in 'Bodyguard' was a stalker! A handsome stalker perhaps.
Here's a full photo of his summer bod in 'Bodyguard'!
Spin Kick (2004)
Although his role in 'Spin Kick' was stiff, serious, and stoic, Hyun Bin still gave us looks that are to die for!
Even how he styled his uniform fits to his personality in the film!
Nonstop 4 (2004)
Hyun Bin's first appearance in 'Nonstop' was quite memorable. In the series he donned cute 2000s looks like this outfit.
He wore tons of windbreakers, sporty jackets, and denim ones as well!
Ireland (2004)
Even with his role as a bodyguard, Hyun Bin never failed to let his inner artist show.
Hyun Bin first gave us dapper suit looks here and it's still something we refuse to forget.
Daddy Long Legs (2005)
'Daddy Long Legs' has got to be one of our favorite Hyun Bin classics.
This film showed a whole another side of Hyun Bin, character and style wise!
My Lovely Sam Soon (2005)
It wasn't until 'My Lovely Sam Soon' when Hyun Bin first got praise as an actor.
This series definitely helped Hyun Bin skyrocket to fame. Who remembers this quirky casual look on him?
A Millionaire’s First Love (2006)
Hyun Bin plays an arrogant rich kid so well. In this film, he drove sports cars and motorcycles to clubs.
What a heartthrob in a slightly undone ensemble!
The Snow Queen (2006)
Who would've thought Hyun Bin would look so good as a boxer?
Although 'Snow Queen' showed a little bit of Hyun Bin's dark side, his character also came through with a rugged style.
Worlds Within (2008)
Ever wonder what Hyun Bin would look like if he was working behind the scenes? Here's him in 'Worlds Within'.
His role as a director definitely gave us insight on how he would dress if he wasn't in front of the screen.
I Am Happy (2009)
'I Am Happy' talked about a lot of pressing mental health problems in South Korea.
Hyun Bin definitely showed more of his vulnerable side in this film, hence the pared down looks.
Friend, Our Legend (2009)
This semi-autobiographical rough-and-tumble tale is considered a classic! Hyun Bin starred as a bitter gang rival in this series.
Take a look at his bad boy look here!
Secret Garden (2010)
Here's where Hyun Bin's stylishness finally come to play. In 'Secret Garden', he played as a CEO of a high-end departmental store.
His tailored looks were praised by fans and critics alike!
Late Autumn (2011)
Hyun Bin's mystery came off so naturally in 'Late Autumn'.
Talk about this brown coat on him!
Come Rain, Come Shine (2011)
You haven't seen Hyun Bin in his most deep and challenging role yet if you haven't seen him in 'Come Rain, Come Shine'.
In this film, he starred as a troubled husband who doesn't care how he looks or acts.
The Fatal Encounter (2014)
Ever wonder what Hyun Bin looks like as a king? Here's him in 'The Fatal Encounter'.
This white ornate hanbok on him looks divine!
Hyde Jekyll, Me (2015)
Here's when Hyun Bin's suit game starts to level up.
In this series, he plays a third generation chaebol who runs a theme park who's almost always in designer clothing.
Confidential Assignment (2017)
Hands up! Hyun Bin has caught you in the act.
What a charmer even in a simple buttondown!
The Swindlers (2017)
Hyun Bin as a villian? Yes please.
Check him out looking like a smooth-talking, irresistible scam mastermind in this crime comedy!
Rampant (2018)
Another warrior film classic!
Watch him act as the arrogant and current heir to the Joseon throne in ensembles as cool as this.
The Negotiation (2018)
We're starting to think that Hyun Bin is our most favorite when he's starring as the villain.
One look at him, we're dead!
Memories of the Alhambra (2018)
Here's neutral outfitting at its finest!
Nothing can beat a man in a crisp buttondown that's for sure.
Crash Landing On You
And finally, the drama we've come to fully love! 'Crash Landing On You' will forever remain in our hearts.
Hyun Bin's transition from a military man to this!
Take a look at Son Ye-jin's style transformation as well, if you haven't already!
Photos from Hancinema
