Photo Credits: Big Hit Music. W Korea

In the October 2025 W Edition of W Korea, CORTIS steps into a world of moody sophistication and daring expression, presenting a series of looks that highlight their evolving artistry both as performers and as fashion icons. The pictorial is layered with strong contrasts—structured silhouettes paired with delicate detailing, muted palettes interrupted by accents of rich color—that create a narrative of transformation and ambition.

Rather than simply modeling the clothing, CORTIS uses each frame as an extension of stage presence, embodying movement even within stillness. There’s a sharp confidence in the gazes, a quiet strength in the postures, and an undeniable synergy between the styling direction and the group’s identity. The editorial feels less like fashion on display and more like a visual dialogue—between K-pop’s theatricality and the avant-garde tendencies of high fashion.

From oversized tailored pieces that suggest versatility, to slim, sculptural outfits that emphasize sleek refinement, the styling choices give layers of interpretation to CORTIS’s image. Accessories are used strategically, amplifying standout details while never overwhelming the clean lines of the ensembles. The overall message balances restraint and boldness—a calm but magnetic presence that suggests longevity within both music charts and print editorials.

Released at a time when K-pop’s influence on global fashion is more pronounced than ever, this pictorial underscores why CORTIS continues to be positioned as part of the new wave. Fans are not only invited into the stylized visual landscape but are also given subtle glimpses of CORTIS’s maturity as they rewrite what modern idol presentation can look like in the pages of an established fashion magazine.

By merging the drama of stage-ready charisma with the elegance of gallery-worthy styling, the W Korea October spread solidifies CORTIS as more than performers—they are participants in fashion’s ongoing push toward transformation and cultural exchange.

Looking ahead, CORTIS is poised to expand their influence beyond music and fashion, emerging as cultural trendsetters who bridge the worlds of art, style, and performance. With continued collaborations like the W Korea pictorial, their trajectory points towards global recognition that transcends typical idol boundaries. Fans and industry insiders alike anticipate innovative projects that will showcase not only their musical versatility but also their unique voices in shaping fashion narratives. As CORTIS evolves, they are setting the stage for a new era of idols who command attention both on and off the stage, redefining what it means to be a multifaceted artist in the contemporary K-pop landscape.

패션 에디터 | 김민지
피처 에디터 | 전여울
포토그래퍼 | 애니청, CORTIS
스타일리스트 | 박지연, 박상욱
헤어 | 이현우
메이크업 | 조혜미
어시스턴트 | 김수림, 박예니

Fashion Editor | Kim Min-ji
Feature Editor | Jeon Yeo-ul
Photographer | Annie Chung, CORTIS
Stylist | Park Ji-yeon, Park Sang-wook
Hair | Lee Hyun-woo
Makeup | Jo Hye-mi
Assistant | Kim Su-rim, Park Ye-ni