Controversy Arises as Netizens Claim LE SSERAFIM’s Kim Chaewon is Copying aespa Winter’s Style
LE SSERAFIM’s Kim Chaewon is accused of imitating aespa Winter’s hairstyle, makeup, and clothing
Recently, on several online communities in Korea, posts suggesting that Kim Chaewon is copying Winter continued to surface. In response, Kim Chaewon’s fans have posted counterarguments, leading to a growing controversy.
When K-pop girl group members start gaining popularity, rivalries often form with members from other girl groups. If they have overlapping hairstyles, makeup, or clothing, fans sometimes argue about who did it first.
However, Winter’s fans argue that the situation with Kim Chaewon is quite different. Whenever Winter showcases a hairstyle, makeup, or styling, it doesn’t take long for Kim Chaewon to adopt a similar look, even accusing her of mimicking Winter’s selfie poses.
There are plenty of comparison photos of their styles. When Winter flaunts a bob haircut with bangs, pink highlights, brown layered cut, hime cut, or braided hair, Kim Chaewon appears with a similar style. Their selfie poses, with lips slightly pursed, are also similar.
In response, Kim Chaewon’s fans responded, “These are all very common styles,” “We don’t know how long Winter has been using that style, but Kim Chaewon tried it before. She had this bob haircut during IZ*ONE.”
Netizens commented, “What Winter’s fans are saying is more about timing than style. Why does Kim Chaewon always seem to follow Winter just a beat behind?,” “I felt like she was imitating Winter every time I saw her,” and “Following a trending style is obvious, so claiming someone is copying is a stretch.”
Others commented, “It’s just a coincidence because of their resemblance,” and “Why does Winter always seem to be the first to do it?”
Source: wikitree
