Jang Jae In defends bold fashion choices: 'Can't women live comfortably?'

Singer Jang Jae In has expressed her unfiltered convictions regarding the scrutiny directed at her fashion choices. Upon discovering a note in her online profile stating that she "enjoys no-bra fashion," Jang was momentarily flustered but quickly responded boldly, asking, "Can't a woman live comfortably after being born?"

A recent video on the YouTube channel "Singer-Songwriter Jae In" shows Jang handing out flyers for a performance on the streets of Hongdae. Ahead of her guerrilla performance, she expressed a mix of anticipation and anxiety, wondering, "I wonder if there will be people in Hongdae on Monday, if young people will recognize me, or if they will come even if I only sing one song."

While preparing for promotion, Jang looked back at her past activities. Finding a photo of herself busking in Hongdae during her appearance on Mnet's "Superstar K2" in 2010, she reflected on her appearance from approximately 15 years ago, noting, "Don't I look exactly the same?" She showed confidence that while time has passed, her unique aura remains unchanged.

While checking her online profile, she encountered the mention of her "no-bra fashion" preference. After asking, "Is it okay to show this on YouTube?" she quickly added, "Can't a woman live comfortably after being born? Let's live freely. So what?" This demonstrated her attitude of embracing her personal style naturally rather than worrying about the gaze of others.

As she prepares for her new album, Jang is showcasing an even bolder style. Having previously revealed that she lost 7kg in a single month, she teased her return to musical activities by releasing concept photos featuring camisoles and short pants. Her recent steps show she is not hiding her individuality or tastes.

On the streets of Hongdae, Jang faced a more practical concern: being unrecognized. When a passerby did not know who she was, she jokingly said she would introduce herself as "Jang Jae In from Superstar K," mentioning fellow artists John Park, Huh Gak, Kang Seung Yoon, and Kim Ji-soo. She even drew laughter with a bit of self-deprecation, adding, "Because it's been a long time since Jang Jae In was active."

Jang initially expected only about three people to attend her performance, but 11 people actually showed up. "So many people came," she said, expressing her gratitude. While she coolly brushed off the opinions regarding her fashion with a "So what?" attitude, she responded with sincere thanks to the audience who sought out her music after her long hiatus.