At the 30th Busan International Film Festival (BIFF 2025) opening ceremony held on September 17, actress Kim Yoo-jung surprised audiences with a strikingly bold red carpet appearance that quickly became one of the most talked-about fashion choices of the night.
The actress, who has been steadily shedding her child-star image, appeared in a navy draped long dress with an extremely high slit reaching up to her waistline. The daring cut revealed the curve of her hip, while the thin, flowing fabric left her upper body silhouette visibly outlined.
To complete the look, Kim paired the dress with chunky black boots, aiming for a “dress + boots” mix-and-match style. However, the bulky footwear drew criticism for creating a jarring effect on the otherwise sleek ensemble, leaving what some called an “overly aggressive” impression for the red carpet.
Her wet-look hairstyle with bangs and heavy makeup also drew debate, with critics saying they clashed with the boldness of the dress. Despite minimizing accessories, the combination of sheer fabric, deep draping, and rugged boots left an impression of being “too much” rather than polished.
Netizen reactions were divided:
- It’s daring, and I like that she’s experimenting.
- Too shocking for my taste.
- Everything looks mismatched — I don’t even know where to start.
While red carpet fashion often celebrates risk-taking, Kim Yoo-jung’s choice this year highlighted how easily bold experimentation can tip into controversy. Her attempt to break away from her youthful image with a powerful fashion statement has sparked both admiration and disappointment in equal measure.
Sources: Netizenbuzz
You must be logged in to post a comment.