All of aespa Giselle’s best music video looks (Photos: Instagram / @aespa_official; stylised by Angela Nicole Guiral)
Cover All of Aespa Giselle’s best comeback looks (Photos: Instagram / @aespa_official; stylised by Angela Nicole Guiral)
All of aespa Giselle’s best music video looks (Photos: Instagram / @aespa_official; stylised by Angela Nicole Guiral)

On her birthday, we revisit Aespa’s Giselle, one of K-pop’s dynamic trendsetters who redefines fashion with every comeback

At just a few years into her career, Giselle has already become a definitive style icon of K-pop’s fourth generation. As a member of Aespa, the group known for its daring and futuristic concepts, she brings more than talent to the stage—she embodies a vision. With a fashion sense that flows between dark avant-garde and high-concept glam, Giselle’s looks are as boundary-pushing as they are memorable, marking the group’s every era with how she pulls off every outfit.

To celebrating her birthday, we delve into some of Giselle’s most stunning comeback looks, where she translates Aespa’s themes into head-turning statements.

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Armageddon Era: Bold Avant-Garde

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aespa Giselle for ‘Armageddon’ promotions (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
Above Aespa Giselle for ‘Armageddon’ promotions (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
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Behind the scenes of ‘Armageddon’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
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aespa Giselle for ‘Armageddon’ promotions (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
Behind the scenes of ‘Armageddon’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)

In the Armageddon video, Giselle turned up the intensity with a striking ensemble that redefined edgy. Styled in a Rick Owens-inspired leather moto jacket and the likes, she brought Aespa’s fierce image to life. This was more than a costume—it was a manifesto for Aespa’s rebellious spirit in this era.

Supernova Era: Galactic Glam

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aespa Giselle during the music video shoot of ‘Supernova’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
Above Aespa Giselle during the music video shoot of ‘Supernova’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
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aespa Giselle during the music video shoot of ‘Supernova’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
Above Aespa Giselle during the music video shoot of ‘Supernova’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
aespa Giselle during the music video shoot of ‘Supernova’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
aespa Giselle during the music video shoot of ‘Supernova’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)

With Supernova, Giselle’s fashion took on an otherworldly tone. Mixing vibrant, interstellar colours with bold patterns, she transformed her look into a blend of galactic glam and K-pop chic. Known for her eye-catching makeup, this era’s igari-inspired blush added an extra layer of daring that cemented her status as a fan favourite.

Drama Era: Dark Romance

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aespa Giselle for ‘Drama’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
Above Aespa Giselle for ‘Drama’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
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aespa Giselle for ‘Drama’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
Above Aespa Giselle for ‘Drama’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
aespa Giselle for ‘Drama’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
aespa Giselle for ‘Drama’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)

In the Drama comeback, Giselle embraced a darker, gothic allure, pulling from designers like Mugler and Rick Owens to create a look that was equal parts edgy and enigmatic. Textured layers made this era her most sophisticated yet, highlighting her growth and versatility as both a performer and a style icon. 

Whiplash Era: Transformative Elegance

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aespa Giselle for ‘Whiplash’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
Above Aespa Giselle for ‘Whiplash’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
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aespa Giselle for ‘Whiplash’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
Above Aespa Giselle for ‘Whiplash’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
aespa Giselle for ‘Whiplash’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
aespa Giselle for ‘Whiplash’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)

In Whiplash, Giselle’s style evolution took centre stage, captivating fans with a refined aesthetic that marked a significant transformation. Her look was chic and polished; indeed, this runway-themed era showcased her flair for reinventing herself—qualities that continue to endear her to fans worldwide.

Savage Era: Playfully Edgy

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aespa Giselle for ‘Savage’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
Above Aespa Giselle for ‘Savage’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
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aespa Giselle for ‘Savage’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
Above Aespa Giselle for ‘Savage’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
aespa Giselle for ‘Savage’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)
aespa Giselle for ‘Savage’ (Photo: Instagram / @aespa_official)

In Savage, Giselle was all about balancing fierce and fun. She delivered a playful yet edgy vibe that perfectly complemented the era’s rebellious energy. Her cool-toned makeup featuring striking blue shadows juxtaposed with the dark concapt showcased her knack for mixing intensity with light-heartedness. 

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Angela Nicole Guiral
Digital Editor, Tatler Philippines
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Angela Nicole Regis Guiral is a digital editor at Tatler Philippines. She studied journalism and has since written features that look closely at how culture, lifestyle and social impact converge, while occasionally wandering into the worlds of style and travel.