Style Evolution: JJ Lin
While his talent and success have remained consistent, JJ's style and physique sure have changed over the years.
JJ Lin has come a long way since he made his singing debut more than 19 years ago. Not only is the homegrown singer-songwriter now one of the biggest stars in Mandopop, but he is also a successful towkay and is raking in the big bucks. While his talent and success have remained consistent, his physique and style sure have changed over the years. As he turns 41 today (Mar 27), we look back at his evolution from boy-next-door to Hypebeast.
1 of 42Debut: 2003
Fresh off his debut, JJ wooed the crowd with his flawless vocals as well as an oh-so-trendy outfit consisting of a summer scarf, a sleeveless black shirt, and river wash denim.
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2 of 422004
We completely forgot that JJ once sported spiky hair.
3 of 42Pre-2010
JJ’s “Cao Cao” era was perhaps his most stylistically experimental, as he tried everything from waistcoats with sleeveless shirts, to fedoras, to feathered locks.
4 of 422010
JJ’s tartan shirt, silky suit, and Bieber hair might have blended in with the photo wall, but considering how each of those elements have aged, that’s probably a good thing.
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5 of 422010
At a Red Cross charity event championing single-parent families, JJ wisely threw on a black blazer over a khaki top and pants.
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6 of 422011
JJ celebrated the New Year, as well as the success of his album, She Says, in a festive sequinned scarf.
7 of 422011
We’re not sure which is louder — JJ’s tight red pants, or that luxury sports car.
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8 of 422011
Again, we’re not sure what’s going on with those pants, but JJ sure can rock a skinny tie.
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9 of 422011
This phase of JJ Lin’s style choices is all but forgotten. Probably for the best.
10 of 422012
When knights in shining armour are in short supply, then crooners in head-to-toe gingham will have to do.'
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11 of 422012
Hot off the heels of his ninth studio album, Lost N Found, JJ appeared on stage wearing an embellished suit jacket with what appears to be a cape.
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12 of 422012
JJ attended the Spring Wave Music and Art Festival press conference in a dapper waistcoat with princely boots.
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13 of 422012
You know what they say about real men and pink. We’re not sure about the penguin-esque effect of those high-waisted pants and black waistcoat though.
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14 of 422013
Who wears vaguely Christmassy outfits in mid-August? Only JJ.
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15 of 422014
JJ showed off his bad boy side at the press conference of Hong Kong’s Spring Wave Music and Art Festival.
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16 of 42Madame Tussauds figure (2014)
For the unveiling of his Madame Tussauds wax figure, both JJ and his likeness donned apparel from his own streetwear label SMG. No better way to promote your own line.
17 of 422015
GO FOR THE GOLD: We love how JJ not-so-subtly coordinated his shoes and his sweater.
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18 of 422016 Hito Music Awards
JJ looked more like a rock star than ever in his shiny statement overcoat at the Hito Music Awards in Taipei.
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19 of 42Paris Fashion Week (2018)
JJ, who usually sticks to trim silhouettes, tried a baggier aesthetic at the Louis Vuitton Menswear Fall/Winter 2018-2019 show during Paris Fashion Week.
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20 of 422018 Golden Melody Awards
JJ cut a suave figure at the 29th Golden Melody Awards.
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21 of 42Sanctuary World Tour show (2018)
While much has changed over the years, JJ's love for plaid remains consistent — as evidenced by this stage costume from his JJ Lin's Sanctuary World Tour show.
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22 of 422018
JJ flaunted elevated street style in an Off-White jersey, distressed jeans and Undercover x Nike kicks.
23 of 42Mnet Asian Music Awards (2018)
When attending a K-pop music awards ceremony, you have to look the part, and JJ is giving us the perfect blend of flamboyant and sharp.
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24 of 422019
JJ was all nerdy chic in his geeky glasses, tousled hair, and preppy yet quirky getup. Love the Dior bee pants!
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25 of 42Paris Fashion Week (2019)
We’re pretty sure JJ turned heads when he showed up at Paris Fashion Week in this dapper Louis Vuitton white suit and harness.
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26 of 422019
Nothing to say here, just plenty to see. In case you're wondering why JJ is half-naked, the singer promised to take his shirt off if he hit the milestone of 50 million followers on Weibo.
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27 of 42Wimbledon (2019)
JJ dressed the part when he attended the Wimbledon in this dashing school uniform-inspired suit by Polo Ralph Lauren.
28 of 422019
Posey pose aside, JJ looked pretty dapper in this cream houndstooth suit by Ralph Lauren.
29 of 42Sanctuary 2.0 World Tour (2019)
JJ looked like he walked straight out of a sci-fi movie in his futuristic outfit complete with visor and metallic hair.
30 of 422020
This kimono jacket over a striped shirt look gets a kimoYES for us!
31 of 42Golden Melody Awards 2020
JJ looked as dreamy as the clouds on his Louis Vuitton suit while performing at the Golden Melody Awards.
32 of 422020
The OCD in us is itching to untangle those chains.
33 of 422020
JJ has always been experimental with his outfits, and it looks like he was all about exuding an air of dark mystery and understated luxe in this street style-worthy getup.
34 of 422021
We never thought we'd see JJ in a leopard preenz but he looks kinda cool in it.
35 of 42Chinese New Year (2021)
Creepy face paintings aside, we like how JJ's CNY outfit features a bottle of hand sanitiser — a nice reminder to everyone to stay safe and clean when visiting.
36 of 42A Night Of Disney+ showcase (2021)
Dressed in a black tailcoat for the recent A Night Of Disney+ showcase, but we think JJ looked much like Tuxedo Mask from Sailormoon — in a good way. All that’s missing are a top hat and eye mask to complete the look.
37 of 422021
He's pretty well-dressed for someone who's in quarantine.
38 of 422021
Part explorer and part warrior, JJ’s utilitarian-inspired OOTD looks anything but conventional. It's a daring look that needs confidence to pull off.
39 of 422021
Pairing a baseball cap and tie dye hoodie, which kinda reminds us of Paddle Pop ice cream, with Louis Vuitton logomania jeans, JJ's streetstyle-meets-luxury look is young, fun, and energetic.
40 of 42Gucci Marina Bay Sand’s re-opening party
Clad in a star-print feather-trimmed suit, JJ stood out with his quirky getup (perhaps he took a page out of Sir Elton John’s stylebook?) at Gucci Marina Bay Sand’s re-opening party. Love!
41 of 42202
JJ skipped the dad fashion trend and went straight to grandpa style with this clashing Gucci look.
42 of 42After The Rain concert
Suits don’t necessarily have to look boring. JJ's wrap shirt and kimono-style blazer from Louis Vuitton make him look avant garde without being too OTT.
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