Here are the K-Pop idol groups with the best stage outfits for the year 2021. Please note that in this article we will be mentioning male K-Pop idol groups who in our opinion, wore outstanding stage outfits for specific comebacks and stages. All comebacks of the year and all the stage outfits of one comeback are NOT included.
1. ATEEZ - ‘I’m The One’ & ‘Deja Vu’
Just like their music, we have always seen significant growth in their fashion style and stage outfits that befits the storyline and concepts of their comeback EPs. ATEEZ has always taken a great risk and challenged themselves with their stage outfits and it has always paid off beautifully well. Leather crop tops, bold accessories, long jackets, velvet tailored pieces, ATEEZ delivered something unique and different for every stage performance of their hit songs ‘I’m The One’ and ‘Deja Vu’, somehow topping the level of awesomeness of their last stage outfits. Fun, sensual, appealing, charismatic, these are some of the words we can use to describe their iconic stage outfits this year.
2. SF9 - ‘Tear Drop’
With each comeback and stage performance, the group SF9 stays true to the meaning of their name “Sensational Feeling 9” as each member with his own novel beauty and presence, thrills the senses of fans and viewers. With their incredible physiques and visuals that could rival gods like Hercules and Venus, and also like trendy models straight off the pages of a fashion magazine, for each stage outfit during their ‘Tear Drop’ comeback performances, the idols served us a tailored to perfection style with so much poise, elegance, and dazzling charisma.
3. MONSTA X - ‘Rush Hour’ & ‘Gambler’
Vibrant, vivid, and dashing, MONSTA X took their style to a whole new level with both comeback stage performances this year. A feat we are used to by now, their style and outfit choices flawlessly embodied the theme of their songs. Not only were their stage outfits for ‘Gambler’ and ‘Rush Hour’ stages iconic, but it was also the sense of confidence and ease they possess that made every outfit they wore on these stages look effortlessly stylish and simply majestic.
4. ASTRO - ‘After Midnight’ & ‘One’
The word “Perfection” might be synonymous with the K-Pop group ASTRO. While everyone on this list gave us extremely fashionable looks and outfits, ASTRO especially stands out in this category. For their comebacks this year, their outfit choices were remarkable and the only word we can use to describe it would be “Top-Tier”. From the bright and refreshing colors of ‘After Midnight’ stage outfits that made us feel like we were on a tropical island sipping Mai Tai and laughing away to the dark and sexy concept of ‘One’ that evokes an appeal that plays through with their undeniable charm. They came as ‘One’ and that unison delivered nothing but absolute perfection.
5. ONEUS - LUNA’
ONEUS is the definition of “Performance Art” in K-Pop. Just as we see their level of creativity and musicality grow throughout the years, their stage outfits also leave a positive and striking impact on our minds. Like a beautiful conceptualized art brought to life, the idols looked extremely charming, handsome, royal, and trendy in these outfits for the stage performances of their comeback title track ‘LUNA’.
6. WEi - ‘All Or Nothing’ & ‘Bye Bye Bye’
We cannot stop swooning over how incredibly fashionable and pleasing the members of WEi looked in these stage outfits. They presented very contrasting styles for each stage comeback performance, simple yet dignified outfit white outfit for ‘Bye Bye Bye’ and the bold and dark outfit for ‘All Or Nothing’, the group proved they can effortlessly deliver and look amazing in any concept or style.
7. SHINee - ‘Heart Attack’, ‘Don’t Call Me’ & ‘Code’
We believe it is quite safe to say SHINee understood the assignment and rightfully deserves an A+ for their incredible stage outfits this year. Their style was just as impressive and iconic as their music and stage performances. SHINee might say ‘Don’t Call Me’ but K-Pop idols might just have to as they’ve got the ‘CODE’ to what it takes to present an outstanding stage outfit that leaves viewers in awe. Beautiful colors, stylish combinations, well-tailored pieces that amplified their remarkable visuals, SHINee gave fans a ‘Heart Attack’ with love in these stage outfits while performing their songs, radiating a magical glow that made them look even more iconic.
8. NCT 127 - ‘Sticker’ & ‘Favorite (Vampire)’
Royalty is the term we would use to describe the group’s stage outfits this year. Their aura and personality suit this style so well, the confidence and stage presence were so dominating, fascinating, and charismatic during the stage performances of ‘Sticker’ and ‘Favorite (Vampire)’ NCT 127 will always look incredible in anything they wear and they have the confidence to pull off any look and style.
9. NCT Dream - ‘Diggity’ & ‘Hot Sauce’
If NCT 127 served “Royalty”, then NCT Dream gave us the quintessential cute and adorable boy next door vibes during the performances of their songs ‘Diggity’ and ‘Hot Sauce’ and we couldn’t help but be captivated by their charms as well as their styles which shone just as bright as their cheerful and colorful personalities on stage this year.
10. Stray Kids - ‘Thunderous’
Sometimes, it is all about the details, and this year, Stray Kids were perfectionist as every layer, every button, every accessory had a distinct purpose and came together to give us one of the best stages looks this year. Each stage performance outfit for their song ‘Thunderous’ topped the previous one in style. They have never come short when it comes to their stage outfits and this year they delivered accordingly. Simply put, they were completely iconic this year.
11. TXT - ‘LO$ER=LO♡ER’
TXT was a prime example of androgenous in this outfit for their ‘LO$ER=LO♡ER’ stage performance. Seeing them in this out-of-the-box look was so refreshing and thrilling causing a wave of excitement and comments of compliment for their confidence and creativity from both fans and viewers. We can expect a host of idols following suit with this style.
12. THE BOYZ - ‘Thrill Ride’ & ‘Maverick’
THE BOYZ took our hearts on a ‘Thrill Ride’ and proved they were the true ‘Maverick’ this year with their sensational and unique stage outfits this year. Their cutting-edge style for both comeback stages added an extra layer of freshness and distinction to their performances, traits that have always made them stand out in the crowd.
13. TO1 - ‘Son of Beast’
TO1 proved they were definitely one to watch with their incredible songs and stage performances this year but also their outfits added another reason why you might want to pay close attention to them. Their outfit choices were absolutely brilliant, stunning, and captivating and these looks for the stage performance of their song ‘Son Of Beast’ gave them a refreshingly cool vibe that left us in admiration and made us want to be on stage performing along with them.
14. BTOB 4U - ‘Outsider’
BTOB 4U members looked dashing and dapper in suits and refreshingly cool and energetic in casual wear during their stage performances. The ‘Outsider’ we have always loved thrilled fans and viewers with not just their remarkable performances but also their striking visuals and appeal.
15. Ciipher - ‘Blind’
Ciipher looked luminous in blue during their stage performance of their hit debut song ‘Blind’. We were clearly blinded by their charms and incredible performance that was greatly highlighted in this stunning outfit. With style like this, we cannot wait to see what next they bring to the stage.
16. PENTAGON - ‘Do Or Not’
All we can is yes we “Do” as the idols trot the question ‘Do or Not’ while looking magical in these outfits. The glow and shine on their faces during the performance made this look even more special as we can completely see that they enjoyed their performance which added another value to the stage.
17. KINGDOM - ‘Excalibur’
We were teased with incredible teasers early this year for the hot debut of the new boy group KINGDOM. The spectacular concept and outfits added to the intensity of our curiosity and when the group released ‘Excalibur’ we were beyond impressed with not just the song but the incredibly and brilliantly well thought out outfits that befitted the title and their message. Dressed like Knights from the middle ages, they brought this grand concept to life in these stage outfits that represented a sense of grandeur and style that was just as iconic as it was awe-inspiring. Kpopmap K-Pop & K-Drama Highlights of 2021 Kpopmap Highlights 2021|Dec 2, 2021
