In a remarkable turn of events, the highly anticipated girl group ILLIT, under the banner of BELIFT LAB within HYBE Group, made a splash at Paris Fashion Week before even stepping onto the K-Pop stage.
The group's debut at the renowned fashion event has sparked a flurry of reactions from netizens worldwide.
A Dazzling Debut
On February 28, ILLIT graced the stage at the show for Acne Studios, a prominent Swedish fashion brand. Their arrival was met with resounding cheers from the crowd, with some enthusiasts even calling out for individual members-an unexpected display of their burgeoning influence.
Unveiling Unparalleled Talent
Despite their rookie status, ILLIT exhibited remarkable poise and professionalism throughout their Parisian debut.
From swiftly adapting to their surroundings to seamlessly following photographers' cues at the media wall, the group showcased a level of proficiency that belied their newcomer status.
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Sartorial Synchronicity
Sporting distinct yet harmonious outfits, the members of ILLIT exuded a fresh and youthful aesthetic, perfectly aligned with the group's image.
Their front-row presence exuded an air of seasoned idols, garnering admiration and attention from both attendees and onlookers alike.
Photographs capturing ILLIT's Paris Fashion Week debut showcased each member's unique style and charisma, further amplifying the anticipation surrounding their impending K-Pop debut.
The images exuded an ethereal quality, hinting at the star power awaiting the group upon their official introduction to the music scene.
Netizens' Mixed Reactions
Following their high-profile appearance, netizens took to social media platforms to express a spectrum of emotions. While many lauded ILLIT's achievement and the significant impact it signifies, others raised concerns regarding perceived privileges associated with their affiliation with HYBE Group.
ILLIT gained 6K followers on Instagram and 4K on TikTok in less than 24 hours of attending the show.
— Loxem🧩 (@yass_minju) February 29, 2024
Kpop fans think being loud is affecting the girls ,lol you are promoting them😂😭 . pic.twitter.com/pyjoe66DBW
"POV: You're trying to get the best shot of 5th gen K-pop princesses ILLIT at Acne Studios show"
— jiwon ✨ (@illieseom) February 29, 2024
OH THEY SAID THAT!🤩#ILLIT #아일릿 pic.twitter.com/3smHWQRtq9
this is quite literally the definition of big company privilege and payola 😭 https://t.co/rjzUsn4RFO
— ˚ʚ♡ɞ˚ (@kyoongfairy) February 28, 2024
this group has no music, no campaigns, no appearances, not debuted, but just hybe hiring actors for some media play https://t.co/CM0OrWogv5
— c✦s (@cuntrs) February 28, 2024
In the face of detractors, supporters of ILLIT rallied to defend the group, highlighting their talent and the substantial fanbase garnered through previous engagements like R U Next?.
Twitter users realizing the world dosent end on twitter .
— Loxem🧩 (@yass_minju) February 28, 2024
They came from a survival show ,ofocurse some of their fans will be inside that crowd .You can hear some people literally screaming their NAME ILLIT☠️☠️. https://t.co/WRchnMbjqW pic.twitter.com/b9CMfw155d
That’s how you properly promote a group. Well done girls https://t.co/JEWa8VHjju
— minime 🦋 (@bunnieparis) February 28, 2024
Furthermore, the overwhelming positive reception from the event attendees underscored the widespread recognition and support for the budding idols.
With ILLIT poised to make their official debut at the end of March, their successful foray into the world of high fashion at Paris Fashion Week serves as a testament to BELIFT LAB and HYBE Group's commitment to nurturing and promoting their talents.
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Written by Cassidy Jones.