Cover Ejae’s red carpet choices reveal a careful mix of sculptural tailoring, textured fabrics and flowing evening wear that signal a new chapter in her public style (Photo: Ejae/Instagram)
Ejae’s red carpet choices reveal a careful mix of sculptural tailoring, textured fabrics and flowing evening wear that signal a new chapter in her public style (Photo: Ejae/Instagram)
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Ejae’s red carpet moments from the VMAs to the Grammys showcase her evolving approach to contemporary fashion
Ejae’s ascent over the past year has been both industry-defining and highly visible. Long respected within K-pop as a songwriter and producer for acts including Red Velvet, Aespa, Le Sserafim and Twice, she stepped into a broader spotlight in 2025 through her work on Sony Pictures Animation and Netflix’s K-Pop Demon Hunters. As co-writer and performer on key soundtrack tracks and the singing voice of the film’s protagonist, Ejae moved from studio architect to on-screen cultural force. The song “Golden” became a global hit, reaching No 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning major awards recognition, including Golden Globe and Grammy wins and an Oscar nomination.
That momentum carried directly onto the red carpet. From the MTV Video Music Awards and the Oscars circuit to the CFDA Fashion Awards, the Academy Museum Gala and the Grammy Awards, Ejae has approached each appearance with measured precision. Her fashion choices reflect a range of contemporary design languages, from experimental tailoring to sculptural evening wear, signalling an artist fully aware of the visual narrative that now accompanies her music career.
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KWK by Kay Kwok at the 2025 VMAs
Above A sculptural black blazer paired with a bandeau and trousers by Hong Kong designer Kay Kwok (Photo: Ejae/Instagram)
A sculptural black blazer paired with a bandeau and trousers by Hong Kong designer Kay Kwok (Photo: Ejae/Instagram)
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At the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, Ejae arrived on the red carpet wearing a coordinated black ensemble that included an oversized blazer layered over a bandeau top and matching trousers. Rather than a classical gown moment, the outfit played with proportion and texture, pairing the extended cut of the blazer with a minimalist bandeau that revealed the midriff. Photographs from the event show the look alongside similarly dark, leather-inspired outfits worn by her KPop Demon Hunters co-stars Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami, situating her styling within a shared, thematic moment on the red carpet rather than a singular designer showcase.
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Marmar Halim for the Governors Awards
Above A strapless burgundy gown with a drop-waist silhouette and draping by Marmar Halim (Photo: Ejae/Instagram)
A strapless burgundy gown with a drop-waist silhouette and draping by Marmar Halim (Photo: Ejae/Instagram)
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For the Oscars-related event, Ejae attended the 16th Governors Awards in November 2025 wearing a strapless burgundy gown from Marmar Halim’s Spring 2025 collection. The draped taffeta dress featured a drop-waist silhouette and a ball gown skirt. She accessorised with a diamond necklace, earrings and rings and metallic nails.
GapStudio by Zac Posen at the CFDA Fashion Awards
Above A halter-neck blue gown with ruffled tiers and sweeping train by GapStudio (Photo: Ejae/Instagram)
A halter-neck blue gown with ruffled tiers and sweeping train by GapStudio (Photo: Ejae/Instagram)
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At the 2025 CFDA Fashion Awards in New York City, Ejae wore a custom gown by Zac Posen created through GapStudio, the elevated design arm of Gap Inc. The floor-length dress was crafted in a tonal blue built from a textured, deconstructed denim-inspired material rather than traditional satin or silk, giving the gown a surface richness rarely associated with classic formalwear. It featured a halter neckline that sat close to her shoulders and chest, flowing into a fitted bodice that expanded into ruffled tiers down the skirt and a sweeping train, creating movement as she walked.
Amiri at the Academy Museum Gala
Above A metallic bronze crochet‑mesh gown from Amiri (Photo: Ejae/Instagram)
A metallic bronze crochet‑mesh gown from Amiri (Photo: Ejae/Instagram)
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At the 2025 Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles, Ejae attended in an evening look from Amiri, a label known for blending Los Angeles style influences with modern tailoring and elevated evening wear references. Drawn from Amiri’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection, the gown featured a figure‑hugging silhouette in metallic bronze crochet‑mesh fabric that reflected the spring collection’s emphasis on textured, slinky materials and artisanal surface work.
Dior and Leje at the Grammys
Above A one-shoulder amethyst gown with petal accent by Dior for the Grammys (Photo: Ejae/Instagram)
Above For the Grammys pre-show, Ejae wore a halter-neck sequined dress with feather details by Leje (Photo: Ejae/Instagram)
A one-shoulder amethyst gown with petal accent by Dior for the Grammys (Photo: Ejae/Instagram)
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At the 2026 Grammy Awards, where Ejae was among the nominees for her work on the song “Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters, she appeared in a custom gown by Dior’s creative director Jonathan Anderson in amethyst silk. It featured an asymmetrical one-shoulder design, a draped scarf-like element over the opposite shoulder and a gold circular brooch detail. From the waist, a structured hip flowed into a cascade of petals down one side. Jewellery included diamond-and-amethyst pieces that matched the tone of the gown. For the pre- and post-show, Ejae wore pieces from Leje, which was also worn by Blackpink’s Jennie in her “Seoul City” and “Zen” music videos.
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Chonx Tibajia is a senior editor at Tatler Asia’s T-Labs team, where she writes widely on lifestyle subjects including beauty, style, entertainment and travel. She has a long career in journalism, including roles as a columnist at The Philippine Star, and is the founder of the creative platform Pineappleversed. Beyond Tatler, her bylines appear in regional lifestyle and business publications, showcasing a broad portfolio that spans beauty trends, travel guides and culture pieces.
