Ghostly pale foundation doesn't help either, man looks like he just had a date with a hungry vampire.

Also - is it just me or his sleeves are really way too long? Was that a thing during a certain period in Joseon, like at some point in China, or stylist is trying to make some statement I cannot grasp yet?

@Gikata we will probably have to wait for the drama to air to see what "statement" the stylist makes.
Just going by the posters and promotional stills released for now there does seem to be a lot of care taken in the styling and the kaleidoscopic colors used.
The color palette is very interesting - lots of different colors in every scene but all harmonious and soft.
If nothing else at least it will be a visual treat.

@Kurama you said that pink hanboks were worn by high ranking officials. Can you also please guide us about the sleeves being extra long was really a thing or is a stylistic choice. Thank you in advance. 😀

@Seeker I don't know. But overall, the comments of the netizen are that they're very happy with the costumes because they look very authentic and even the gat is worn like it should...

I can't see the differences personnaly.

Thank you @Kurama. Even I cannot make out any differences. Just seems like a lot more colors than usual, but beautifully done outfits. I am looking forward to analyzing the outfits as much as Ro-swooning!!

The Royal Tailor was good but I don't think Queens were wearing this kind of dresses on the other hand.

The inspiration for the pink hanbok : https://images.app.goo.gl/EdDpWTn65rwqnVFW8

If I remember corectly, the length of the sleeves of hanboks were discused in the movie.
He is the widow of a princess, right? In that context I think that they look basic, the colors l like.
I will give it a try, for sure.

Perhaps his austere style reflects his grieving status? Wouldn't be surprised if rigid Joseon laws had some regulations regarding that too.

As a princess (almost) consort it is perhaps expected for him to maintain a rather austere appearance but eight years? Also the wedding was never solomenized and he has been petitioning for annulment of the marriage.
Hopefully, we will get cleverer woven answers from the writer and not loose threads. 😀

We absolutely want Rowoon to look his best!

@seeker yes, 8 years is quite a lot, I believe a standard expected period of heavy mourning was either 1 or 3 years, depending on the statuses of people involved. But he could've been pressured into doing it for longer by either royal or his own family since performative grief over a dead spouse was a big thing in that era. Or he's doing it willingly in self-irony, his character is described as extra grumpy and bitter about his unfortunate circumstances after all.

I think we all collectively agree that ultramarine and black warrior uniform from DWY flashbacks is RW's best sageuk look to date. High bar to beat for this one...

Rowoon literally shines (irrespective of makeup) in bright colors and hanboks make him look really good.
Going by the care and detailing in the poster I am hoping for a visual treat!

We will soon find out, seems like we will have, quoting @seeker, a treat with this one. And you are right, maybe those were the rules in Joseon at that time, do we know when the story is taking place?

Not great, but not bad also. It's ok to watch it if you're into sageuks and need to fill an hour or so when you're stuck with nothing to watch.