K-pop stylists often face criticism for disregarding sensitive issues, and the latest incident involves TWICE’s Chaeyoung who fell victim to their negligence.
It is not uncommon to see K-pop stars wearing shirts that bear offensive and vulgar messages. Since they are dressed by their stylists, the artists often do not have any knowledge of what is printed on their clothes.
The controversy surrounding TWICE’s Chaeyoung’s QAnon shirt
The stylist team of the popular K-pop group TWICE is being criticized following the emergence of a photo of member Chaeyoung wearing a t-shirt with the QAnon logo during a rehearsal for their upcoming concert. The photo has been widely shared on social media, causing anger among both fans and the general public.
What is QAnon?
QAnon is a political conspiracy theory that promotes the belief of a hidden plan by a supposed “deep state” against former US President Donald Trump and his supporters. The group gained prominence during the 2020 US presidential election and has been associated with various violent incidents and domestic terrorism.
Why is Chaeyoung’s shirt controversial?
The controversy over Chaeyoung’s QAnon shirt centers on the fact that the group has a significant fan base, particularly among young people, who may not be aware of the harmful implications of the conspiracy theory. Many fans and social media users are worried that the shirt may be perceived as a subtle endorsement of QAnon and its beliefs.
Although it is unlikely that the TWICE members were aware of the significance, the stylist is being criticized for not conducting thorough research. This is especially concerning as the incident occurred during the promotion of TWICE’s new album ‘READY TO BE’, which is generating a lot of interest in the United States.
JYP Entertainment’s stylists are facing criticism for dressing their artists in inappropriate shirts. Just a week ago, the music video for NMIXX’s ‘Young, Dumb, Stupid’ had to be edited because Haewon was wearing a shirt with a vulgar word.
Although it was not done intentionally, the incident serves as a reminder of the need to be cautious about the messages that clothing choices convey, especially in today’s social media era, where images can spread rapidly and have lasting effects.
In general, the incident is a warning that even apparently harmless decisions can have unintentional effects, particularly when handling delicate topics like politics and ideology. Stylists, famous people, and influencers need to recognize the meanings communicated through their clothing choices and practice discretion and empathy while picking out their outfits.