Blackpink’s Jennie Sparks Buzz Over Unusual Airport Footwear Choice

BLACKPINK Jennie caused quite a stir recently—not just for her usual trendsetting style but because of an unexpected footwear choice spotted at Incheon Airport. As she headed to the U.S., Jennie’s outfit got people talking, but it wasn’t just the eye-catching ensemble; it was her shoes that really caught everyone’s attention.

Stepping out in a bold look, Jennie wore a bright red bra under a blue-and-white crochet vest paired with relaxed gray sweatpants. The mix was edgy and casual, perfect for travel style. But the real conversation starter was what she wore on her feet.

At first glance, it looked like Jennie might not be wearing shoes at all—just toe socks. But it didn’t take long for fans and netizens to realize she was rocking a pair of the trendy Vibram V-Soul toe shoes. These shoes, which mimic the shape of toes and give the feel of walking barefoot, are currently quite popular. Priced around $110 USD, they’re so in demand that the model Jennie wore has already sold out online.

Not surprisingly, once the airport photos circulated, people flooded online spaces with their reactions—mostly confusion and surprise over the unusual footwear choice.

"I’m not usually someone who zooms in on other people’s feet, but Jennie-unnie, what on earth are those shoes? ㅜㅜ"
"I’m more concerned about those pants"
"No, but those… I thought they were yoga socks or socks for someone with athlete’s foot ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ But I think that type of shoe was trendy in the past too ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ"
"It really looks like a pair of toe socks…"
"Won’t the soles of your feet get too hot? Won’t it hurt if you step on a rock?? I’m so curious about thisㅋㅋㅋㅋ"
"It looked like she was only wearing socks…"
"Her pants are so long, they might as well be the soles of her shoes"
"That was shocking to see"
"It’s almost the same as walking barefoot"
"Please don’t let this become a trend"
"Even if it becomes trendy, I don’t think I’ll ever spend money on something like this ㅋㅋ"
"Don’t her feet hurt in those…?"
"Aren’t those just socks??"
"I don’t think those are good for your foot health"
"I wonder if they are really meant to be worn outside, or just for indoor exercise"
"Oh my, it seems like her pants are going to pick up all the dirt and dust from the street;;;"
"Even with Jennie wearing those, they still don’t look cute. Are they just really practical or something?"

While toe shoes have had their moments of trendiness before, Jennie’s airport look took that vibe and made it headline news. Whether fans love or hate it, there’s no denying she’s getting everyone to notice.

What’s your take on Jennie’s new shoe pick? Would you ever try out the barefoot-style toe shoes?