I offered a powerful performance to Coupang game series Kickoff event on July 30th, but it was not only their music that made people speak. The women’s group found himself at the center of an online storm after theirs Game day outfits He aroused a ferocious debate between fans and Netizen.
The group took the field at the Stadium of the Suwon World Cup to perform as “Heya”, “Love Dive”, “Rebel Heart” and “I Am” during the show halfway through the match between Team K League and Newcastle United. However, some spectators were more concentrated on what the members wore compared to what were singing.
“Too much exposure” against “Netizen are reacting excessively”
The controversy focused mainly on Jang Wonyung, whose dress – a Mini clothes clothes dressed Above the shorts – he raised criticism to be “too revealing” and “unsuitable for a sports place”. While his members have opted for relatively freer styles, Wonyung’s gaze has distinguished himself for his fit and form.
Some fans have questioned the adequacy of such a dress for a public sporting event, suggesting that he limited his movement and made the The kick -off looks like embarrassing. Others went further, accusing the entertainment of astronavians of forcing a sexy concept on the 20 -year star.
On the other hand, many defended Ive and rejected the repercussions as an “exaggerated”.
- “They wore sneakers, not heels – which is already caring for the place. And it’s summer. What do people expect?”
- “It’s a performance, not a school ceremony. Dresses reflect their personalities.”
To clarify the situation, Ive’s Rei faced the problem directly on a communication platform of the fans: “Our uniform ive is not super cute? Each of us customized it as we wanted.” This statement confirmed that the Styling decisions were made by the members themselvesnot from their stylists or agency. Despite this, the debate continues to infuriate online especially in international fandoms.
Inappropriate for a young role model?
In particular, Jang Wonyung’s Chinese base issued a formal protest on July 31st, condemning the dress as excessively sexualized and limiting to its movement.
- “Wonyung, not yet 21, has always represented a healthy and safe image for girls.”
- “But this dress has undermined this – narrow, short and unnecessarily suggestive.”
They further criticized what they perceived as a prejudice, stating that the only Wonyung was pushed into a “sexy” concept while others wore more modest clothes.
“Palcoscenic dresses should improve performance, not to serve from marketing tools”, The added declaration. “Let it shine in comfort and authenticity, not through forced sex appeal.”
While Ive’s performance has been widely praised, the debate on their clothes highlights the persistent tension in the k-pop between artistic expression, fans’ expectations and public control. With the return of the group scheduled for the end of August, the spotlight remains firmly on how them and their agency navigate on issues of image and autonomy in the eye always seen by the public.
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