EXO Closes the Olympics With a Gold-Worthy Menswear Moment

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You don’t have to be a competing athlete to win big at the 2018 Winter Olympics. At tonight’s closing ceremony in Pyeongchang, the world watched as K-pop supergroup EXO delivered a successfully coordinated style moment. Stepping on stage in matching Gucci suits adorned with personal touches, they presented a unified front while maintaining their individuality. White jackets contrasted with navy and red piping provided a uniform base, but each member added their own twist to the look. Variations abounded, with a few going for truly dramatic neck gear; Chen added on a navy tie adorned with the Tiger-wing symbol, while Sehun opted for the minimalism of a skinny tie in black and white. Stealing the show was D.O., who wore an ornate necklet detailed with crystals. Their unique looks took Gucci designer Alessandro Michele’s aesthetic to the next level.

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Though their on-trend suiting wouldn’t have been out of place at the brand’s otherworldly Fall 2018 show, the outfits were more than just stylish. Nodding to the colors of the Korean flag, the group paid tribute to their nation and the triumph of the Pyeongchang games. With fans turning #EXOOlympics into a global trending topic and dissecting every detail of the look online, it’s clear the menswear moment—and their high-energy performance—was appreciated, but the deeper meaning of their ensembles is what makes it truly worthy of gold.