Belgian designer Benjamin Voortmans of the emerging label Judassime has publicly apologized and cleared BLACKPINK member Jisoo of any wrongdoing in a brief but intense online controversy over loaned garments.
The story began earlier this week when Voortmans took to Instagram Stories, posting videos in which he claimed that outfits sent to South Korea more than six months ago for Jisoo’s album photoshoot had not been returned. He used strong language, at one point stating that “Jisoo from Blackpink (team) stole my garments,” which quickly spread across social media and drew significant backlash from the global BLINK fandom.
Within days, Voortmans issued follow-up statements walking back his initial accusations. He clarified that neither Jisoo nor her personal team (often referred to as Blissoo) had stolen, mishandled, or kept the items. The designer emphasized that the delay appeared tied to communication gaps, possibly involving the magazine or production team handling the shoot rather than the artist herself. “I never intended to directly accuse her,” he stated, adding that he named Jisoo primarily to prompt a faster response from those responsible.
In his latest update, Voortmans confirmed that Jisoo’s representatives had reached out promptly after the posts gained attention. Arrangements are now underway to retrieve the garments, with a staff member reportedly being dispatched to Korea. He also urged fans to stop leaving malicious comments, acknowledging the power of online communities while asking for understanding.
This episode highlights the challenges independent designers face when collaborating with high-profile global stars, where logistics across continents can lead to misunderstandings. For Jisoo, who continues building her solo career after BLACKPINK’s group activities and made waves at recent high-profile events like the Met Gala, the quick resolution protects her reputation for professionalism in the fashion world.
Industry observers note that such loan arrangements are common in celebrity photoshoots, but clear contracts and timely follow-ups are essential to avoid public spats. Both sides now appear focused on moving forward amicably, with no further action expected. Jisoo’s team has not issued an official statement, letting the designer’s clarification speak for itself.
