Let’s talk about what happened on July 28, 2025, when Kim Taehyung—also known as V, King of Paris, Human Art Exhibit, and occasional fashion menace in slippers—casually dropped a message on Weverse that broke hearts and lit a fire under fandom feet.
His words? A charming but lowkey heartbreaking “If you guys bring back the purple ribbons, I’ll start wearing suits at the airport again.”
Translation: “If y’all stop stampeding me like it’s Black Friday at Gucci, I’ll dress like I’m walking a Dior runway.”
Yes, Taehyung is now bargaining for basic privacy by offering to bless us with airport suits. He’s literally negotiating safety with fashion. And honestly? That’s not adorable—it’s tragic. Funny in the way that makes you want to scream into a purple pillow.
Here’s what he’s asking for: a revival of the Purple Ribbon Project—an ARMY-led initiative that started back in 2018 at LAX, where fans held purple ribbons to gently guide the crowd and give BTS space to walk safely through airports. You know, like human beings. With limbs. Who don’t want to be flattened by frenzied phone cameras.
But as time passed, the project faded. Why? Because fansites got aggressive, some so-called “fans” couldn’t follow rules, and eventually the volunteers were forced to stop. No more safe zones. Just chaos.
Now Taehyung is practically pleading with ARMY to bring it back. And the fact that he has to use the promise of fashion to get a little respect? It’s absurd. And yet, somehow, deeply Taehyung.
Naturally, fans were equal parts proud and furious. The Weverse post triggered an avalanche of responses:
- “The fact that he even has to BARGAIN with us for PRIVACY is so upsetting.”
- “He’s offering a suit just so he doesn’t get trampled? We don’t deserve him.”
- “Why is he always this polite when people don’t even follow the rules?”
And here’s the kicker: he’s not even mad. He’s not dragging anyone. He’s offering grace wrapped in Gucci. The man is basically saying, “I know some of y’all are out of pocket, but here’s a gentle deal: respect my space, and I’ll reward you with tailored elegance.”
It’s so heartbreakingly sweet. Too sweet. Because at the end of the day, no idol—no person—should have to negotiate their physical safety with a wardrobe promise. And yet, that’s the Taehyung way: lead with love, even when people forget their manners.
But let’s not get it twisted—this is serious. Fans pushing, shouting, shoving at airports aren’t being supportive. They’re being dangerous. And no amount of blurry airport footage or grainy “I saw him breathe!” photos are worth risking someone’s comfort or well-being.
ARMY has always prided itself on being protective, thoughtful, respectful. The Purple Ribbon Project was one of the purest examples of that love in action. It showed the world that we don’t just love BTS—we care for them. We shield them. We meet their energy with the same respect they give us.
So now Taehyung’s gently asking us to bring that back. And all we need to do is say: yes. Not because we want to see him in a three-piece Saint Laurent moment (although, let’s be honest, we do). But because he deserves to walk through a public space without being treated like a walking zoo exhibit.
The suit is cute. The message behind it? Vital.
Taehyung isn’t asking for a red carpet. He’s asking for space to exist. And he’s doing it with love. Always with love.
So ARMY, let’s bring back the purple ribbons. Let’s bring back the pride in being that fandom—the one that doesn’t just scream for BTS, but protects them too. Let’s make the airport a runway of peace again. Not for the suit. For the man who wears it.
