MIN speaks out about performance outfits: Don't treat safety shorts as women's underwear.
Singer MIN criticized inappropriate comments about her outfit. Protective underwear is not just underwear, but also protects women.
Vbiz recently witnessed a fierce response from singer MIN to inappropriate comments about her performance outfit on social media. More than just a matter of nitpicking, the incident sparked a broader discussion about the existence of protective underwear and the uncivilized behavior of some male viewers.
MIN openly expressed her frustration at being scrutinized by men.
The controversy began with a specific comment (allegedly from a man) deliberately spreading a "wardrobe malfunction" moment of MIN on stage. Immediately, MIN posted a story with an extremely angry attitude, screenshotting the comment as evidence, and writing a long post both explaining and criticizing the lack of understanding and tact of the commenter.
For those who don't know, female singers and dancers all wear protective underwear. It's a matter of courtesy when we perform. It's just as simple as men's boxers. I've read too many comments like this already, so guys, please normalize this. We girls don't bother discussing men's underwear. Okay ?
The singer's story and strong words are receiving widespread attention and support.
Immediately after MIN's actions gained attention on social media, a large number of women voiced their support for her reaction. They argued that this inappropriate behavior should stop and should not be tolerated. In particular, many netizens commented that there are still many men out there who are unaware (or pretend not to know) about the existence of safety shorts. Perhaps that's why, whenever something is seen peeking out from under a female artist's shorts or short skirt on stage, people hastily jump to conclusions and spread the information as if they've captured a shocking moment.
"Explaining the existence of safety shorts to these people is more tiring than performing," "Nowadays, nobody wears a dress without safety shorts, so why scrutinize?", "Even if I intentionally wore safety shorts, now that they're visible, I still get criticized.".
Women also unanimously expressed the view that protective underwear is an item that should be recognized and normalized.
From a fashion perspective, safety shorts are not simply underwear, but a sophisticated layer of "armor" for women. These are short, form-fitting shorts, often made from stretchy material, worn under skirts or short shorts to prevent accidental exposure and to boost confidence during strenuous activity. From an undergarment, safety shorts have become so popular that they've become an indispensable part of performance costumes.
Typically in K-pop, female idols even openly wear safety shorts, sometimes their length even exceeding that of an A-line skirt. The clearest example is Rosé (BLACKPINK). Whether wearing ripped denim shorts or high-slit evening gowns, Rosé always normalizes the fact that her safety shorts are visible. Instead of trying to hide them awkwardly, revealing a portion of her safety shorts is a smart way to handle the situation, allowing the female artist to completely control the stage and prevent any inappropriate intentions from the outset.
Protective shorts are allowed to be seen publicly by Kpop idols as part of their outfits.
By deliberately revealing her safety shorts, like Rosé did, she also managed to deter those with less civilized stares.
Returning to MIN's story, her outrage is not just a personal reaction but also a necessary reminder of how the public views stage costumes. In stage fashion, every detail has a reason, and protective shorts are part of professionalism, not something to be scrutinized or misinterpreted.
It's time for functional items like these to be recognized for what they truly are, instead of being lumped together with outdated stereotypes about "underwear" or revealing clothing. When artists are respected in their choice and control of their attire, they can fully focus on their performance, which should be the sole focus on stage.
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