K-Drama summer looks to try in the UAE this season: Yoona's iconic dresses, Lovely Runner pastels and more

K-dramas aren’t just feeding our hearts — they’re feeding our closets. In 2025, it's less about shock value and more about soft power: Breezy pastels, thoughtful layering, and silhouettes. We've got some ideas, so regardless of whether you're an heiress or time-traveling high schooler, the summer looks are wearable, whimsical and heatwave-approved.

Here’s how you can survive the UAE heat in style.

Breezy blazers

Seen in: Queen of Tears, Doctor Slump

Tailored but lightweight, the K-drama summer blazer is your new best friend. Think linen fabrics, pastel tones, or oversized cuts casually thrown over tank tops or slip dresses. Hong Hae-in (Kim Ji-won) in Queen of Tears might cry in the boardroom or in private, but she looks good while doing it.

Get the look: Look for single-breasted pastel blazers in breathable fabrics. Style with gold hoops and wide-leg trousers.

Puff-sleeve blouses and summer dress

Seen in: Lovely Runner, Marry My Husband, King The Land

A K-drama staple that’s not going anywhere. Puff sleeves are softening every scene — whether it’s a confession on a pedestrian overpass or a dramatic rooftop breakup. They’re romantic, vintage-tinged, and ridiculously flattering.

Get the look: Choose blouses with square necklines or lace trim. Pair with high-waisted jeans for instant drama (of the good kind). Or, take a cue from Yoona in King The Land, and go for light dresses.

Tennis skirts

Seen in: High School Return of a Gangster, Crash Course in Romance

Tennis skirts are back and less school-uniform, more street style. Styled with oversized hoodies or tucked-in tees, they're sporty, flirty, and perfect for ice cream outings.

Get the look: Go for pastel or plaid skirts, and throw on chunky sneakers or ankle socks.

Sling bags

Seen in: My Demon, A Killer Paradox

 Forget bulky totes. Everyone in K-dramas right now is wearing sleek sling or crossbody bags — compact enough for city strolls, cute enough for Instagram. My Demon’s Do Do-hee even makes murder-adjacent drama look stylish with hers.

Get the look: Choose structured mini bags with a gold chain or leather strap. Neutral tones mean instant versatility.

Pastel co-ords

K-dramas are really into pastels this year — butter yellow, powder blue, and lilac are ruling wardrobes. Matching pastel sets, which could mean shorts and shirts, or skirts and blouses) make getting dressed basically foolproof.

 Get the look: Find a pastel linen set and dress it up with strappy sandals or down with white sneakers.

Bucket hats and visors

Seen in: Lovely Runner, Nothing Uncovered

Sun protection but make it cute. These retro accessories are making cameos in summer episodes — paired with beachwear, park picnics, or those moody flashback scenes.

Get the look: Try pastel cotton bucket hats or sporty visors with contrast trim.

Sheer everything

Seen in: Marry My Husband, My Demon

Soft mesh tops, sheer skirts, even barely-there cardigans — this trend is for the brave (and those who live near a fan). Sheer pieces add layers without bulk, and K-drama leads are mastering that balance between sultry and sweet.

Get the look: A sheer blouse over a crop top or a mesh cardigan tied over a cami dress , which just means instant drama.

Boxy graphic tees

Oversized tees with cheeky prints or vintage logos are perfect for lazy Sunday scenes and casual friend-group hangouts. They’re often paired with biker shorts or skirts — comfy but cool.

Get the look: Thrift some old-school graphic tees or grab Korean streetwear brands for edgy ones.

 It's all about looking put together without trying too hard. Whether you're walking into a boardroom, running from an ex, or saving the world with a demon boyfriend — these trends will have you main-character-ready in every scene.