Karina of girl group AESPA is drawing attention as a prime example embodying the direction and sensibility of 2025’s fashion trends.

On the 25th, Karina revealed behind-the-scenes photos from the 2025 Hanteo Music Awards via her social media, showcasing a black metallic dress styling that commanded instant attention.

The silver straps cascading over her shoulders traced organic curves reminiscent of liquid metal, creating a dramatic tension in harmony with the dress’s structural silhouette. This approach, featuring a simple outline adorned with bold details, aligns closely with the ongoing experimental movement of futuristic modernity that has swept through high fashion. Industry experts speculate that this style may have its roots in avant-garde designer brands such as Ottolinger or Dion Lee.

Karina’s intention shines through in her choice of accessories. The double choker, densely set with crystals, provided perfect visual balance with the metallic accents of the dress, while the small earrings maintained an air of refined minimalism without overwhelming the overall look.

Her makeup, featuring a dewy base, sharp eyeliner, and a clear pink lip, softened the metallic edge for a subtle interplay between boldness and fluidity. Her hair, slicked back into a sleek ponytail, accentuated her facial contours and contributed to the futuristic minimalism of the ensemble.

This styling was far more than a collection of aesthetic elements. Blending Y2K nostalgia with a distinctly forward-looking sensibility, it encapsulated the essence of the futurism trend. Notably, the mix-and-match of blue sheer tights with tall boots delivered an unexpected collision of textures, invigorating Karina’s look with fresh energy and demonstrating that celebrity fashion is once again embracing experimentalism as its core value.

The transparent sculptural object in her hand further deepened the emotional resonance of the style. Shaped like an ice sculpture, the objet d’art functioned as a visual icon, elevating Karina’s fashion statement into a full-fledged visual performance—reinforcing once more the power of fashion as a vehicle for storytelling and messaging.

This exemplifies the essence of awards ceremony styling in 2025: one outfit, artfully bridging a star’s identity and current trends, can become a mood board—an entire narrative in itself. Karina’s look will be remembered as a vivid, real-world case of this possibility.

Meanwhile, Karina is set to perform at the ‘2025 aespa LIVE TOUR - SYNK : aeXIS LINE’ concert, running from August 29 to 31.

Note “This article was translated from the original Korean version using AI assistance, and subsequently edited by a native-speaking journalist.”

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