Netizens are nostalgic over iconic 2nd and 3rd Gen K-pop moments. Photos and GIFs that went viral in the late 2000s and 2010s are trending again. Fans shared their favorite snapshots on an online forum, sparking a flood of memories.
The nostalgia includes everything from fashion trends to memorable performances. Here’s a quick roundup of highlights:
Krystal’s blonde hair—"This was everyone’s profile pic back in my days."
Sulli’s lip mask selfie—"After this photo, everyone bought that lip mask."
Jiyeon’s classic headband look—"Dream High kids all knew this, right?"
Suzy’s Ceci pictorial—"This is still a legend."
Xiumin’s flower petals GIF—"Xiumin was the Muggle king."
Sehun’s parrot hair—"It was definitely a sensation."
D.O.’s Rudolph nose—"This was also a popular profile photo."
Hyeri’s short blonde hair—"This haircut became a huge trend."
More nostalgic reactions flooded in:
"Ha, the memories."
"Wow, insane."
"I want to go back to that time…"
It’s a nostalgic wave that showcases just how impactful these idols have been on K-pop culture. What was your favorite moment?
