JoJo Siwa magazine cover in jockstrap draws mixed reactions
JoJo Siwa’s Glittery Jockstrap Outfit Sparks Mixed Reactions
JoJo Siwa’s latest fashion choice has ignited a wave of reactions online. On Monday, a photoshoot for Ladygunn magazine featured Siwa sporting a glittery jockstrap and a rhinestone-encrusted chest plate designed by Sparkyle Studio in New York City. The look, paired with gold combat boots, was described by Siwa as something so bold it could be a “Halloween costume.”
At just 21, Siwa continues to push fashion boundaries. In her interview with Ladygunn, she explained that simply doing a “cool photo shoot” wouldn’t cut it. “It has to be like, what … is she wearing now?” she said. Siwa added that she aims for her outfits to be memorable enough to inspire Halloween costumes.
The outfit immediately sparked mixed reactions after Siwa shared the images on social media. While many praised her boldness, the Instagram post attracted some negative comments. One of the most popular comments, with nearly 29,000 likes, expressed dislike for the look, with others echoing confusion. “No hate, I’m honestly just confused,” another user shared.
Some fans blamed Siwa’s management, with one commenter accusing them of “ruining her career.” However, not everyone was critical. One fan suggested that if Lady Gaga had worn the outfit, the reaction would have been overwhelmingly positive.
Despite the backlash, Siwa is no stranger to criticism. She responded to the reactions by reposting a fan’s message on X (formerly Twitter) that read, “Loving your balls JoJo. Always a showstopper. Never change, girl.” Siwa seems to have embraced her controversial choices, making it clear that public reactions, whether positive or negative, are part of her strategy.
This isn’t the first time Siwa has faced polarized reactions to her fashion choices. In June, she performed at LA Pride in a similarly bold look, and last year, she chopped off her signature long hair as part of her edgier rebrand. Since coming out as queer and pansexual in 2021, Siwa has embraced a more daring and authentic image, gaining attention for her unapologetic style.
Her approach to fashion and fame seems influenced by social media icons like Jake and Logan Paul, known for stirring controversy to remain in the public eye. Siwa admitted that “any attention is attention” and that part of her success comes from her ability to keep people talking, regardless of whether the attention is good or bad.
While Siwa’s outfit drew comparisons to Oscar-nominated actress Kristen Stewart, who faced similar backlash earlier this year for wearing a non-bejeweled jockstrap on the cover of Rolling Stone, Siwa has shown she’s unbothered by the opinions. Stewart defended her look at the time, pointing out that male celebrities often get away with similar styles, and hinted at a double standard in how women are judged.
Siwa, on the other hand, seems to thrive on being a conversation starter. She admits that she doesn’t mind whether people are laughing with her or at her, as long as they are entertained. “My favorite thing to do on this earth is to entertain and make people smile and laugh,” she told Ladygunn. “Whether or not they are laughing with me or laughing at me.”
Though not everyone is on board with her latest look, Siwa appears to enjoy the role of provocateur. She understands that her fans don’t want to see her be “boring,” and she’s willing to take risks to keep her image exciting.
As Siwa’s rebrand continues, it’s clear she isn’t afraid of the spotlight or controversy. Whether people love or hate her bold fashion statements, one thing is certain: JoJo Siwa knows how to keep people talking.
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