IU shuts down relationship rumours over “matching” hoodies with Lee Jong Suk

IU clears relatioship rumours

• IU clarified that her hoodie and Lee Jong Suk's were not matching.
• Fans praised IU's honest response, turning speculation light-hearted.
• IU and Lee Jong Suk are both set for major TV drama comebacks this year

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Singer and actress IU, also known as Lee Ji Eun, recently gave fans a gentle reality check after a small fashion coincidence spiralled into full-blown relationship speculation online.

The buzz began when photos surfaced showing IU and actor Lee Jong Suk wearing what appeared to be matching zip-up hoodies from luxury fashion house Balenciaga, each reportedly priced at around ₩3.00 million KRW (approximately $2,060 USD).

Given that the two are publicly dating, it didn’t take long for fans to read deeper meaning into the similar outfits, with many wondering if it was a subtle couple-style moment.

IU’s hoodie was spotted in images shared on actor Lee Yeon’s social media on the 5th, while Lee Jong Suk was seen wearing a similar design in a video uploaded to actress Ryu Hye Young’s YouTube channel on the 8th.

While some eagle-eyed fans pointed out that the designs were not exactly the same, screenshots and side-by-side comparisons quickly flooded social media, keeping the speculation alive.

As the conversation grew louder, one fan shared the images directly with IU through her official communication app, admitting a mix of curiosity and mild disappointment over the supposed “matching” look.

IU’s response, however, was as calm and straightforward as ever. With a single line, she shut down the rumour, replying, “They’re different clothes..?”

The comment instantly resonated with fans, spreading rapidly across online communities. Many reacted with affectionate amusement, saying, “That’s so IU,” praising her for her honesty, simplicity, and refusal to overdramatise what was, at heart, just a fashion coincidence. Once again, IU’s grounded personality turned a potential online frenzy into a light-hearted moment.

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Meanwhile, both stars are staying busy on the professional front. IU is set to return to television with the MBC drama Perfect Crown, which is scheduled to premiere in April and has already generated strong anticipation.

Lee Jong Suk, on the other hand, is preparing for his acting comeback through the Disney+ original series The Remarried Empress, marking his return to the small screen after a break.