IVE’s Jang Won-young Stuns Fans With Bold Pitch Ceremony Look—Sparks Heated Debate Online

IVE member Jang Won-young has set social media abuzz by sharing a series of photos in her much-discussed pitch ceremony outfit.

On the afternoon of the 13th, Jang Won-young posted several photos on her personal account, accompanied by soccer and heart emojis.

The photos show Jang Won-young wearing the same striking outfit she donned during her halftime performance and ceremonial first kick-off at the ‘2025 Coupang Play Series’ first match, held at Seoul World Cup Stadium on July 30.



IVE captivated the crowd with a dazzling stage, each member sporting a uniquely customized uniform. The members each took part in the ceremonial kick, drawing widespread attention online.

Jang Won-young, in particular, stole the spotlight with her off-the-shoulder top paired with short shorts, creating a mini-dress effect that stood out among her fellow members, who wore more relaxed-fit uniforms and shorts.



The contrast sparked heated discussion among fans and netizens. Some commented, “The outfit is too revealing,” “Not appropriate for a pitch ceremony,” and “It’s uncomfortable even to watch.” IVE’s Chinese fandom also voiced strong disapproval, stating, “The outfit put on Won-young has infuriated fans. It’s too tight and revealing, restricting her natural movement at the event.” This controversy quickly became a trending topic in Korea as well.

However, other fans defended the look, saying the uniquely tailored uniforms were a thoughtful gesture for the audience who came to enjoy the performance. The debate over Jang Won-young’s pitch ceremony style has sparked lively discussions across online communities.



Now, on the 13th, Jang Won-young herself has reignited the buzz by proudly sharing photos in her headline-making ‘pitch ceremony look.’

Striking poses in front of the stadium, Jang Won-young showed off her outfit with playful expressions and poses that melted fans’ hearts.

She even posted a commemorative photo holding a soccer ball, celebrating her participation in the ceremonial kick. Fans responded with adoration: “You were absolutely gorgeous that day,” “Only Jang Won-young could make a uniform look so princess-like,” and “The whole world needs to see how beautiful you are.”

Photo Credit: Xportsnews DB, Jang Won-young

This article is a translated version of the original Korean article published by Xportsnews, originally written by Oh Seunghyun. This article was translated from Korean using AI-assisted tools and human review to deliver an accurate and culturally appropriate version for international readers.