Maxim Korea 2023 Review

The magazine’s "Best Dressed Men of 2023" list (published in December) went viral for including non-celebrities: a Buddhist monk who wears designer robes, a blind fashion professor, and a webtoon artist. This inclusivity signaled a maturation of the brand, suggesting that in 2023, Maxim was less about "girls next door" and more about "cultural gatekeeping."

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The April issue, featuring singer-actress Kim Se-jeong, broke pre-order records. The photoshoot moved away from overt sensuality, instead focusing on "power elegance"—sharp suits, wet-look hair, and minimalist jewelry. The accompanying interview, titled "The Uncanny Confidence," detailed her transition from I.O.I to a solo powerhouse. This issue became a collector's item, with resale prices tripling on platforms like Bunjang. The magazine’s "Best Dressed Men of 2023" list