What Kim Jong Un’s outrageous outfits tell us about his dynasty, his status — and even his attitude toward the US

• Kim Jong Un’s fashion choices give insight into the North Korean leader’s self-perception, relationship with adversaries, and changes in North Korea.
• Kim has favored Mao suits similar to those worn by his grandfather, the country’s first leader.
• “Kim Jong Un’s got some cool clothes. If he were from America, he would be one of these fellas we see in Portland, in Brooklyn, one of these hipster guys. He’s into the vintage look and I don’t blame him,” one analyst told Insider. 

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