Mixed Reactions to 2NE1’s New Concert Merchandise: YG Entertainment Faces Blame for ‘Outdated’ Design

2NE1's New Concert Merch Faces Criticism for Being 'Outdated,' YG Entertainment Under Fire: 'They Did Them Dirty' — (Photo : Instagram, Instiz)

When 2NE1 revealed its comeback tour for 2024, excitement surged within the K-pop community, as one of the most iconic girl groups prepares to light up the stage for their 15th anniversary. However, fans expressed dissatisfaction with YG Entertainment’s concert merchandise for the group.

On September 18, netizens engaged in a discussion on an online thread, dissecting 2NE1’s concert merchandise. The original poster shared multiple images showcasing various merch items, including shirts and caps emblazoned with the 2NE1 logo.

2NE1’s 15th Anniversary World Tour [WELCOME BACK] Merch limited edition🎀 • MUSINSA DROP 23/9/24 (MON) 12PM pic.twitter.com/4r9pEVjAXX

— 🇮🇳🍒 (@memealuvzCLx) September 18, 2024

However, fans were not pleased with the merchandise’s aesthetics, labeling it “outdated.”Both Korean netizens (K-Netz) and international fans voiced their disappointment with the lackluster design of the items, questioning YG Entertainment’s commitment to quality.

Here are some notable fan comments:

“The ‘I Love 2NE1’ design is absurd.”

“Isn’t this just a copy of ‘I Love NY’? What’s going on?”

“It’s YG. Are we surprised by this?”

“They really did them dirty; I hope fans choose not to buy this merchandise.”

“This feels like knock-off merchandise from a random K-pop vendor’s stall.”

“I don’t care if it’s ‘camp’; it feels lazy. I can picture myself wearing the first shirt for cleaning around the house.”

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