IVE Wonyoung’s Recent Outfit Draws Mixed Reactions

IVE‘s Wonyoung is getting split opinions on her recent look.

In a new Instagram post, she posted a series of photos in a lacy white outfit.

The look featured a white corset-style crop top with a transparent white lace skirt over a small white pair of shorts. She accessorized with a headband, bow necklace, and tall socks.

Netizens had mixed reactions to the look as some felt the outfit resembled the outfits of ILLIT and other 5th gen girl groups that were hit with backlash for being similar to Lolita fashion and create a problematic “sexualized juvenile” appearance. However, others simply felt Wonyoung’s look was a twist on balletcore, an age-appropriate look for her as an adult idol.

• “I like Wonyoung, but her clothes are too much in the Japanese style.”
• “Princess.”
• “She’s just insanely pretty.”
• “She’s pretty, so what’s the problem? Just passing by and seeing the comments… Well, idols wear idol-like outfits, that’s just how it is.”
• “Why am I only noticing the background… The scenery doesn’t match the princess vibe at all.”
• “The princess is beautiful, but the clothes are a bit off.”
• “Not an easy outfit to pull off.”
• “What’s with that outfit… Is it reflecting male desires, like a maid outfit? Kind of gives me Bang Sihyuk vibes.”
• “I’m not particularly a fan of Jang Wonyoung, but after reading the comments, it makes me realize how much Japan used to make a lot of money. No wonder they were at the top… but the overreaction about her clothes is just too much. It’s a stage outfit after all.”
• “It’s a balletcore look. Ugh… I scrolled down to leave a comment after seeing the photos, and I almost cursed. The criticism of her appearance is too much. Take it easy.”

Whether you are a fan of her look or not, Wonyoung is still a visual queen!