Ian Chan from Mirror wearing the 2024 Louis Vuitton Fall Collection (Photo: Instagram / @iancychan)
Cover Ian Chan from Mirror wearing the 2024 Louis Vuitton Fall Collection (Photo: Instagram / @iancychan)
Ian Chan from Mirror wearing the 2024 Louis Vuitton Fall Collection (Photo: Instagram / @iancychan)

Best known for his lead singer role in Hong Kong boy band Mirror, Ian Chan is often praised for his unique vocals and incredible dedication at work, whose sartorial strength deserves a special mention, too. Here, we take a look back at some of our favourite looks from Ian of all time

From dominating the music charts to delivering stellar performances and serving brand ambassadors for all kinds of businesses, the 12 members of Hong Kong boy band MirrorFrankie Chan, Alton Wong, Lokman Yeung, Stanley Yau, Anson Kong, Jer Lau, Ian Chan, Anson Lo, Jeremy Lee, Edan Lui, Keung To and Tiger Yau—have proven themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the local entertainment scene ever since the group’s debut in 2018.

And it’s not only the music industry where the boys are making waves. When it comes to commanding sartorial prowess, the group has talent in spades as well, with members fronting campaigns for luxury labels including Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Cartier, Chaumet... the list goes on.

Today, we’re putting the spotlight on Ian Chan, Mirror’s lead singer. Excellent vocals and good looks aside, the young talent is also good at sports and has a penchant for fashion, always expresses his sense of style on social media and through his own clothing brand, idpt.

Read on to see Ian’s best outfits over the years.  

Don't miss: Hong Kong Boy Band Mirror’s Best Fashion Moments

1. Statement suit looks

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Above Ian's outfit for Louis Vuitton Men's SS22 show (Photo: @iancychan/Instagram)
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Above Ian at Mirror's “One & All” Live 2021 Concert (Photo: @iancychan/Instagram)
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When we think of Ian’s style, suit ensembles that highlight his tall stature spring to mind. The simple yet eye-catching black suit he wore for Louis Vuitton Men’s Spring/Summer 2022 campaign was unforgettable. The loose fit silhouette, bold aeroplane motifs and black boots—all get big ticks from us.

Ian sometimes surprised us with colourful suit looks too. During Mirror’s “One & All” Live 2021 Concert, he was spotted wearing a brightly hued suit from Alexander McQueen which was hard to pull off but it worked on him, giving us major prince vibes. 

2. Sweater weather

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Above Ian starred in Chopard's campaign for Mille Miglia Classic Raticosa (Photo: @iancychan/Instagram)
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Above Ian Chan in a blue sweat in May 2024 (Photo: @iancychan/Instagram)
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There’s one thing Ian does like no other, and that’s his bold approach to styling sweaters. From rocking the winter wardrobe staple in vibrant hues, to elevating the outfit with statement accessories and keeping things stylish by layering a sweater vest on top of a hoodie, he surely knows how to make any sweater look feel instantly stylish.

Read more: Introducing the Rising Hong Kong Boy Band: Mirror

3. Bold colours

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Above Photo: @iancychan/Instagram
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Above Ian Chan for Ferragamo Spring Summer 2023 Pop-Up (Photo: Instagram / @iancychan)
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Ian may look cold at first glance because of his relatively quiet personality, but really, you only have to look at his warm smiles and the way he expressed gratitude to his fans, to see the sweet side of him. You can observe how Ian’s charismatic personality shine through in whatever he wears, especially pieces featuring bold colour palettes and patterns. And this head-to-toe Fendi and Ferragamo looks are just one of the many examples.

See also: Mirror's Edan Lui: 7 of the Hong Kong Singer’s Most Stylish Looks

4. Classic denim look

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Above Ian Chan in a cafe in Octobre 2023 (Photo: Instagram / @iancychan)
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Above Ian Chan for Montblanc’s Explorer Ultra Blue fragrance campaign (Photo: Instagram / @iancychan)

To anyone who thought denim was boring, look at this outfit Ian wore for Montblanc’s Explorer Ultra Blue fragrance campaign. The classic light blue denim jacket and white t-shirt combo is simple yet so fashionable.  

5. Flawless in black and white

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Above Ian Chan relaxed, in black and white, in April 2024 (Photo: Instagram/@iancychan)
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Above The outfit Ian wore for Jimmy Choo's fashion event (Photo: @iancychan/Instagram)

Ian raised the stakes on black and white fashion with the outfit he wore for Jimmy Choo’s event last month. He went for a classic look but kept to his personal fashion formula, pairing an oversized white shirt with slim-fit black trousers, swapping out sneakers for chunky loafers instead to add a touch of drama to the outfit.

Ian's casual take on the timeless black and white colour combination is equally impressive. We love the way how he styled a Valentino jacket with a white shirt neatly tucked into black trousers.

Read more: Mirror’s Anson Lo: 8 of the Hong Kong Singer’s Most Stylish Looks

6. Cool streetstyle

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Above Ian Chan with a street style look in May 2024 (Photo: Instagram/@iancychan)
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Above Ian Chan with a street style look (Photo: Instagram/@iancychan)

We don’t see Ian wear bucket hats as often anymore—but can we take a moment to appreciate how cool his street style looks were last year when he was very into the trend? Off-duty, he often sported white or black t-shirts, sneakers and bucket hats from his own clothing label for a minimal look that feels runway ready.  

7. Stylish hoodies

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Above Ian wears a hoodie in March 2024 (Photo: @iancychan/Instagram)
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Above Ian wears a hoodie from his own fashion brand, idpt. (Photo: @iancychan/Instagram)
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Ian understands that great style and comfort can go hand in hand. Whether it’s a bold yellow logo-print piece, or a classic one featuring a relaxed fit and dropped shoulders, he can always make a classic hoodie outfit looks so chic.

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Helen Yu
Former Digital Editor, Tatler Hong Kong
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As the Digital Editor of Tatler Hong Kong, Helen Yu covers all things lifestyle including beauty, dining, arts and culture. When not exploring some of the city’s best new places to eat and drink, Helen is likely reading books and trying out the latest beauty trends. She also enjoys watching movies, buying too many earrings and she'll never turn down a drink, or two.