ILLIT Faces Criticism Over Police-Inspired Outfits for New Song

ILLIT has drawn criticism from some Korean netizens over the police-inspired looks unveiled for the group’s new song, “You’re Under Arrest.” The outfits are part of the song’s concept, which presents the members in stylized uniforms rather than standard police attire.

The costumes include short skirts, fitted tops, knee-high socks and garter-like details. Critics have argued that the styling, and the agency HYBE’s approach to the concept, makes female police officers’ professional uniforms appear unnecessarily sexualized. The criticism centers on how the uniform theme has been adapted for the group’s image.

Uniform-inspired costumes have appeared in K-pop performances for a long time, according to the source. In this case, however, some netizens believe the specific design choices go too far. The discussion focuses on the contrast between police attire as professional clothing and the more feminine presentation used in ILLIT’s concept. The source does not provide a response from the group or its agency.