Koreans Slam NMIXX's Styling Disaster During "Inkigayo" Performance
NMIXX, a popular K-pop girl group, has recently been promoting their latest comeback with hit tracks like "Love Me Like This" and "Young, Dumb, Stupid." While the group has gained a reputation for their unique outfits and style, their final performance on the Korean music show "Inkigayo" has sparked a wave of criticism from netizens. The members' styling choices have been called into question, and many are demanding answers from the group's stylists.
NMIXX's History of Attention-Grabbing Outfits
NMIXX has always been known for their eye-catching outfits, which usually receive positive feedback for their beauty and creativity. However, the recent styling debacle has netizens questioning the group's fashion choices, and concerns for the members' safety have been raised in the past.
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Outrage Over "Incohesive" Looks
During the final "Inkigayo" performance, the members of NMIXX sported a variety of casual outfits that have been described as "random" and "incohesive" by netizens. Sullyoon donned a long white dress and cardigan, Lily wore a cropped green hoodie, and Haewon had on a dress top. The mix of colors, styles, and textures left fans confused and unhappy with the group's styling.
nmixx with this casual outfits on the last broadcast/promotion of love me like this 🫶pic.twitter.com/rsAJCi4v6q
— nmixx pics (@nmixxpics_) April 16, 2023
Korean Netizens vs. International Fans
Interestingly, the backlash over NMIXX's styling appears to be more intense among Korean netizens as opposed to international fans. Some fans defended the group's casual look, while others expressed disappointment and called for the stylists to be held accountable.
The dissatisfaction with NMIXX's styling during their final "Inkigayo" performance is evident in the numerous comments and reactions from netizens. Many have expressed their disappointment in the group's fashion choices and questioned the stylists' decisions. Some have even gone as far as suggesting that the stylists should return their monthly salaries. A few notable comments include:
"Their debut outfits were so cute... how could they look like this now?"
"Why do they get paid?"
"What's wrong with these clothes?"
"They look like houseclothes, not like stage costumes."
This widespread criticism demonstrates the impact of styling on a group's overall image and performance, and highlights the need for NMIXX and their stylists to take these concerns seriously moving forward.
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The Impact on NMIXX's Image
Despite the group's undeniable talent, this styling controversy has overshadowed NMIXX's final performance, drawing attention away from their achievements. Many netizens argue that the poorly chosen outfits made the members' choreography appear sloppy, further fueling criticism.
A Lesson in Styling for NMIXX and Their Stylists
NMIXX's recent "Inkigayo" performance has made it clear that a group's styling can significantly impact their overall image and performance. As the group continues to promote their music, both NMIXX and their stylists will need to take this backlash as a learning opportunity and strive to deliver cohesive, well-fitting, and fashionable outfits that showcase the members' talents and charms.
