K-pop idols’ most epic wedding dresses, from Lee Hyori’s US$120 vintage shop find and Eugene of S.E.S.’ Monique Lhuillier gown, to Crayon Pop singer Soyul’s A-line design with 3D detailing

Dec 20 , 2021

How K-pop stars dressed for their big day: Crayon Pop’s Soyul dazzled in an A-line wedding dress, S.E.S’ Eugene went all out in A-lister-approved Monique Lhuillier, while Wonder Girls’ Hyerim daringly customised her wedding shoes with bright pretty flowers. Photos: @sssssssoyul’ @wg_lim/Instagram; @Bada0228/Twitter

Channelling Angelina Jolie and Scarlett Johansson’s favourite brand, The Penthouse star Eugene chose a Monique Lhuillier luxury wedding dress costing over US$8,000

S.E.S.’ Bada, Lee Na-young and Lee Bo-young all chose veteran Korean designer Ji Chun-hee for their big day – but did Hyerim take inspiration from Rain’s wife, Kim Tae-hee?

OK, we often get to see what our favourite K-drama stars look like in a wedding dress, thanks to the dramatic demands of acting in series where romance most often takes a central theme.

But when it comes to K-pop stars, we have to wait for the real deal. And that can be bittersweet, as fervent fans often do not come away too pleased when they hear their favourite idol is tying the knot (which is why, incidentally, so many stars keep their relationships secret).

Still, a marriage is a beautiful day, and for any observer, the bride’s dress is naturally a prime concern. So from 10 million won (US$8,400) blowouts to thrift store finds costing almost 100 times less, this our pick of seven of the most memorable wedding outfits worn by K-pop brides.

1. S.E.S.’ Eugene went all out in A-lister-approved Monique Lhuillier

S.E.S.’ Eugene has similar bridal fashion taste to Angelina Jolie and Scarlett Johansson. Photo: @Bada0228/Twitter

The first generation K-pop diva, who’s also known as a star of the TV series The Penthouse, married South Korean actor Ki Tae-young in 2011. She walked down the aisle in an A-line wedding dress designed by a renowned American designer Monique Lhuillier. A smart choice, as the brand is also loved by many Hollywood stars including Angelina Jolie and Scarlett Johansson.

According to The Korea Economic Daily, many wedding dress designers competed for the honour, and Lhuillier’s official importer for South Korea said the designer spent months designing the final article. The price? Around 10 million Korean won (US$8,400), according to Sports Seoul.

2. Fin. K. L’s Sung Yu-ri graced her intimate ceremony in an ornate lace-layered dress

Another diva of K-pop’s first generation, Sung Yu-ri – from the group Fin. K. L, which is also known as a “rival” of S.E.S. – chose to have an intimate wedding similar to her bandmate (and celebrity landlord) Lee Hyori. In fact, so intimate was Sung’s marriage to South Korean pro golfer Ahn Sung-hyun that not even her bandmates were invited, with just close family in attendance.

Known as the group’s “visual centre”, Sung stunned at the occasion in a layered lace wedding dress from Zimmermann, notably choosing not a classic gown from an expensive luxury brand, but a modern style. According to The JoongAng, the price of the dress is known to be US$1,800.