From Seoul To The World: Inside The Horological Worlds Of K-Pop Icons

Over the last decade, K-pop has risen from a regional music phenomenon into a global cultural powerhouse, effortlessly transcending borders as it moves from Seoul’s sound stages to commanding influence across the world. In doing so, it has not only rewritten the rules of contemporary entertainment but also dictated fashion, reshaped luxury consumption, and consolidated a new form of cultural capital. Earlier this year, G-Dragon, one of K-pop’s most influential figures, unveiled his collaboration with Jacob & Co., signalling the consolidation of the industry’s authority within the rarefied world of high horology. 

G-Dragon, one of K-pop’s most influential figures, unveiled his collaboration with Jacob & Co., signalling the consolidation of the industry’s authority within the rarefied world of high horology.

1. BLACKPINK: Jisoo
2. BLACKPINK: Lisa
3. Girls’ Generation: Tiffany And Taeyon
4. I-dle: Minnie
5. SEVENTEEN: S.Coups, Jeonghan, DK, Wonwoo, And Mingyu
6. MAMAMOO: Hwasa
7. Stray Kids: Hyungin
8. Got7: BAMBAM
9. EXO: Suho
10. BTS: RM, Jimin, V And J-Hope

From Cartier icons at Buckingham Palace to Patek Philippe on sold-out tours, K-pop’s biggest names have become collectors in their own right, curating watch wardrobes as compelling as their discographies. This curated list of K-pop idol watch collections showcases how these timepieces reflect both personal style and the broader influence of K-pop on luxury fashion.

BLACKPINK: Jisoo

As Cartier’s global ambassador, Jisoo navigates the maison’s legacy with discernment, her collection reflecting both historical significance and contemporary expression. Jisoo’s most memorable watch moment came at Buckingham Palace, where she wore the Cartier Crash, a surrealist icon whose “melted” case remains one of horology’s most coveted designs.

As Cartier’s global ambassador, Jisoo navigates the maison’s legacy with discernment, her collection reflecting both historical significance and contemporary expression.

Her collection extends beyond this icon with the Panthère de Cartier, which functions as both jewellery and timepiece, while the Tank Must introduces a modern, colour-driven minimalism. Santos de Cartier, a steel model with QuickSwitch straps and a deep-blue dial, reflects her nuanced appreciation for functionality and classic form. Jisoo’s selection navigates the full spectrum of Cartier’s influence, blending artistry, technical sophistication, and stage-ready presence.

Panthère de Cartier watches for women at Second Movement.

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BLACKPINK: Lisa

BVLGARI x Lisa limited edition piece bridges Maison’s legacy with personal branding, articulating a balance between streetwear sensibility and refined haute horlogerie.

If Jisoo plays with Cartier’s archive, Lisa has staked her territory at Bvlgari. Her BVLGARI x Lisa limited edition piece is both a collaboration and personal emblem, appearing across her social channels styled with anything from a pared-back white tee to statement accessories. The watch bridges Maison’s legacy with personal branding, articulating a balance between streetwear sensibility and refined haute horlogerie. It is, in essence, an extension of her persona, demonstrating how contemporary luxury can be woven seamlessly into an idol’s visual and cultural identity.

Girls’ Generation: Tiffany And Taeyeon

For K-pop veterans Tiffany Young and Taeyeon, timepieces operate as punctuation marks to their polished styles.

For K-pop veterans Tiffany Young and Taeyeon, timepieces operate as punctuation marks to their polished styles. Tiffany pairs a black Cartier Tank with tonal whites and pearls, allowing geometry and proportion to dominate. Taeyeon, meanwhile, adopts the Ferragamo Elliptical Diamond Watch, its softened case and mother-of-pearl dial harmonising with her polished preppy aesthetic.

I-dle: Minnie

I-dle Minnie’s Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra in baby-pink dial positions itself as a technical diver-inspired model within a space of playful femininity.

(G)i-dle Minnie’s Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra in baby-pink dial positions itself as a technical diver-inspired model within a space of playful femininity. The watch underscores Omega’s ability to balance heritage with stylistic adaptability — pivoting from its oceanic DNA to become a symbol of fashion-forward horology.

SEVENTEEN: S.Coups, Jeonghan, DK, Wonwoo, And Mingyu

Seventeen proves that a single group can cover the entire spectrum of high watchmaking. Leader S.Coups goes bold with a Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Huracán, a 45mm titan in titanium with green accents, a natural fit for someone whose presence is built on intensity. Jeonghan, on the other hand, gravitates towards understatement, often wearing a Patek Philippe Ellipse in rose gold with a black alligator strap. 

Seventeen proves that a single group can cover the entire spectrum of high watchmaking.

Wonwoo brings TAG Heuer into the mix with an Aquaracer in blue and black, while Dokyeom keeps Cartier in circulation with a Tank Must. Mingyu splits his time between his Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore in pink gold and his ambassadorial piece, the Bvlgari Octo Roma.

MAMAMOO: Hwasa

Hwasa of MAMAMOO personifies confidence, with her Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas acting as a natural extension of her commanding persona.

Hwasa of MAMAMOO personifies confidence, with her Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas acting as a natural extension of her commanding persona. Equal parts bracelet and timepiece, the Serpenti wraps around her wrist with a sinuous charm that mirrors her stage presence. Unlike more straightforward watches, the Serpenti thrives on duality, much like Hwasa herself.

Stray Kids: Hyungin 

Among the new generation of K-pop idols embracing horology, Stray Kids’ Hyunjin stands out for his cultivated Cartier collection.

Among the new generation of K-pop idols embracing horology, Stray Kids’ Hyunjin stands out for his cultivated Cartier collection. His Tank Louis Cartier in yellow gold, paired with a striking red dial and strap, communicates boldness within a disciplined frame. Meanwhile, his Santos-Dumont, distinguished by a black lacquered bezel, speaks to his appreciation for Cartier’s evolution of its aviation roots. 

Santos de Cartier watch at Second Movement.

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Got7: BAMBAM

Where some K-pop idol watch collections lean toward subtlety, BamBam of GOT7 makes spectacle his signature with collection reading like a theatre of excess.

Where some K-pop idol watch collections lean toward subtlety, BamBam of GOT7 makes spectacle his signature. His collection reads like a theatre of excess, led by the Jacob & Co. Casino Tourbillon, a roulette table rendered in mechanical artistry. Another standout is the Astronomia Solar Zodiac, a kinetic constellation encased in sapphire, which he was spotted wearing courtside at an NBA game. He complements these with an iced-out Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and a Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5719, saturated with over 1,300 diamonds. BamBam’s horological collection is unapologetically loud, reflecting a philosophy that luxury should dazzle, provoke, and command attention. 

EXO: Suho

EXO’s Suho leans into quiet modernism, favouring watches that articulate refinement through precision rather than spectacle. His Bvlgari Octo Finissimo is celebrated for its razor-thin profile and architectural lines.

EXO’s Suho leans into quiet modernism, favouring watches that articulate refinement through precision rather than spectacle. His Bvlgari Octo Finissimo, celebrated for its razor-thin profile and architectural lines, mirrors this approach perfectly, complementing a polished, almost academic style. The watch’s clean geometry and subtle presence allow it to function as both a statement of taste and a study in restraint.

BVLGARI Octo watches for men at Second Movement.

BTS: RM, Jimin, V And J-Hope

No conversation about K-pop is complete without the mention of the worldwide phenomenon BTS. RM, often described as the group’s intellectual compass, gravitates toward Patek Philippe: a rose gold Nautilus Moon Phase and a platinum World Time underscore his penchant for heritage and complexity. Jimin has been spotted with a platinum Patek 5905P and a steel Nautilus, both aligning with his refined but understated persona. 

BTS’s horological identity elevates the genre itself, situating K-pop not as a peripheral participant but as a credible force within global watch culture.

V (Kim Taehyung) is more eclectic, wearing Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Master Eight Days and Duomètre Quantième Lunaire alongside vintage Cartier Tanks. J-Hope leans toward fashion-driven references with a frosted yellow-gold Audemars Piguet Royal Oak. Collectively, BTS’s horological identity elevates the genre itself, situating K-pop not as a peripheral participant but as a credible force within global watch culture. 

Patek Phillippe Complications at Second Movement.

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The Curated Watch Collections Of K-Pop Icons

From BLACKPINK’s Jisoo to BTS’s RM, each idol brings a distinct perspective to their timepieces, merging heritage, artistry, and personal expression. These curated kpop idol watch collections not only highlight the idols’ unique tastes but also position K-pop as a formidable influence in global watch culture, proving that these watches are as integral to their identity as the music they create.