Kai (EXO), Taemin and 10 male idols broke stereotypes and confidently wore crop tops despite the controversy

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The fashion side of the K-Pop industry is constantly pushing boundaries and creating new, unique designs/styles/ Although crop tops in general have been around for a while but only for years Recently, it has become more common for male idols to wear them.

Here are 12 male K-Pop idols who aren't afraid to break the gender barrier and sport bold crop tops.

1. Yeosang (ATEEZ)

Kai (EXO), Taemin and 10 male idols broke stereotypes and confidently wore crop tops despite the controversy - Photo 1

Kai (EXO), Taemin and 10 male idols broke stereotypes and confidently wore crop tops despite the controversy - Photo 2

Yeosang is known for putting a lot of energy into working out, and it shows that, from his muscular arms to his toned abs, fans love seeing him look so confident in non-woven tops. Anyone dare to try this!

2. Taeyong (NCT/SuperM)

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Kai (EXO), Taemin and 10 male idols broke stereotypes and confidently wore crop tops despite the controversy - Photo 4

Taeyong wears a short crop top like female idols but it's not offensive. Also because the guy has a small waist, looks "weak" but is toned, without any excess fat. Fans "fall in love" with Taeyong not only because of his majestic muscular body, but also because of his admiration for the ant waist that is more beautiful than the sisters.

Taeyong's style is also unique and bold at times, so it's not surprising that fans have caught him wearing a crop top on a few occasions.

3. Kang Daniel

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Kai (EXO), Taemin and 10 male idols broke stereotypes and confidently wore crop tops despite the controversy - Photo 6

Although Kang Daniel may have worn many different outfits, the image of the "national center" wearing a crop top showing off his toned abs as if wanting to "claim for his life" is one of the moments that left a deep impression. best.

Originally, when wearing a croptop, fans would drown in the charm of the idol, but across the forums, many netizens commented that Daniel looked extremely pure and pure. His perfect body proportions and six-pack abs made him the center of the concert.

4. Wonwoo (SEVENTEEN)

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Wonwoo "blessed" Carats by wearing a crop top during SEVENTEEN's performance of "Left & Right", showing how his hard work has paid off!

5. San (ATEEZ)

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Kai (EXO), Taemin and 10 male idols broke stereotypes and confidently wore crop tops despite the controversy - Photo 9

San made the hearts of ATINYs go crazy by pursuing this style in ATEEZ's "Fireworks (Im The One)" and fans of course love to see how confident and strong he looks in the dress. That unique crop top!

6. Byeongkwan (ACE)

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Kai (EXO), Taemin and 10 male idols broke stereotypes and confidently wore crop tops despite the controversy - Photo 11

Most, if not all, of the ACE members have worn a crop top and Byeongkwan has wowed fans many times over!

7. Seungwoo (VICTON)

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Kai (EXO), Taemin and 10 male idols broke stereotypes and confidently wore crop tops despite the controversy - Photo 13

Seungwoo took it a step further when he included a belt underneath his crop top, which left countless fans holding their breath!

8. Wonho

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Kai (EXO), Taemin and 10 male idols broke stereotypes and confidently wore crop tops despite the controversy - Photo 15

Called the "croptop boy" because of the frequency with which he wears croptops everywhere, the Monsta X member not only burns fans' eyes with his powerful dances and hip wiggles, but also makes fans' hearts flutter. Few girls are jealous of her white skin and neat little waist.

9. Donghun (ACE)

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Kai (EXO), Taemin and 10 male idols broke stereotypes and confidently wore crop tops despite the controversy - Photo 17

Another member of ACE wore cutting edge crop tops, Donghun's pink hair in this period really brought a fun, youthful look.

10. Moonbin (ASTRO)

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Kai (EXO), Taemin and 10 male idols broke stereotypes and confidently wore crop tops despite the controversy - Photo 19

Moonbin's already impressive and charming dancing looks even better in this style. Perhaps even female idols must be envious and even envious of the sexy but equally powerful image of the ASTRO member with a crop top.

11. Taemin (SHINee/SuperM)

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Kai (EXO), Taemin and 10 male idols broke stereotypes and confidently wore crop tops despite the controversy - Photo 21

Taemin isn't shy about experimenting with genderless looks and styles, so it's no surprise that he's confidently worn a crop top a few times! Unisex is the style that Taemin has pursued so far, exploding strongly through each solo product. Right from the "MOVE" era, he affirmed that he wanted to remove the gender boundary.

12. Kai (EXO)

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And finally, any list of male idols wearing crop tops wouldn't be complete without mentioning Kai. The "dancing machine" is considered the king of crop tops! The guy has worn them many times in his career and looks better than anyone.

After Kai (EXO) wore a crop top while promoting the song "Tempo" in 2018, the crop top has become a new trend among male idols.

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"The recent change is encouraging in that it is breaking down images that are considered taboo in stereotypical thinking," famous music critic Kim Yoon Ha told Kuki News.

Kai (EXO), Taemin and 10 male idols broke stereotypes and confidently wore crop tops despite the controversy - Photo 24

According to critic Kim, certain features of the K-pop industry help idols transcend gender boundaries while tapping into their full potential. Critic Kim said that this movement to break gender stereotypes will help strengthen the Kpop music industry.

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