After the teaser release of SEVENTEEN's latest lightstick, CARATBONG Ver 3, the design was finally revealed on February 18, 2023, and fans aren't happy about it. SEVENTEEN is known for having one of the prettiest lightsticks, especially the second version of CARATBONG. Fans felt that the design of the third version was not only a step back, but also alienated them from the group's core personal idiom.Many aspects of the second version, such as the diamond-shaped dome on top of the lightstick and the use of SEVENTEEN's official colors, rose quartz and serenity, throughout, as well as the glittery body, best represented the group and their aesthetic. With CARATBONG Ver 3 lacking all these features, fans believe it no longer screams SEVENTEEN.HYBE FAMILY Official@HYBE_FAMILY_twtSEVENTEEN (세븐틴) Official Light Stick Ver.3 Concept Teaser#SEVENTEEN #SVT_Official_Lightstick_Ver38512SEVENTEEN (세븐틴) Official Light Stick Ver.3 Concept Teaser#SEVENTEEN #SVT_Official_Lightstick_Ver3 https://t.co/uExbuCd7rPFans felt that everything about it, from its black color to its lean shape, is unlike a CARATBONG, and the diamond inside the dome is the only indication that it is the 13-member group's lightstick. They continued to express how the upgrade wasn't necessary and liked the second version far better.While some are reluctant to accept the design of the new version, others feel that it could be an allusion to a new concept that the group is experimenting with.Jian is finally saw SVT 🌸@dkwonms17I'm gonna be very honest, I'm kinda disappointed, the design is basic and its like anew BP lightstick. The caratbong ver 3 doesn't suit svt's rose quartz and serenity colors anymore like I don't see any resembles of SEVENTEEN and Carats other than the diamond! #세븐틴5312I'm gonna be very honest, I'm kinda disappointed, the design is basic and its like anew BP lightstick. The caratbong ver 3 doesn't suit svt's rose quartz and serenity colors anymore like I don't see any resembles of SEVENTEEN and Carats other than the diamond! 😭😭😭 #세븐틴 https://t.co/xfIj5eGu9iFans react to SEVENTEEN's new lightstick design, CARATBONG Ver 3While fans were ecstatic when Pledis Entertainment released a teaser for CARATBONG Ver 3 given their track record of promising lightstick designs, the reveal disappointed many. Although the first and second versions contained many SEVENTEEN-related elements, the third version did not feel like it belonged to the group.The second version of CARATBONG also stood out majorly from the huge crowd of K-pop lightsticks with its grandness, color scheme, and extravagance. It was difficult to find lightsticks that resembled a CARATBONG, and fans adored it. However, CARATBONG Ver 3, has presented itself as just another lightstick with its simplicity, dull color scheme, and toned-down look.vnondk lockdown 📌 csd@verno6nthe black just doesn’t suit seventeen’s brand at all like the diamond is the only thing that screams svt in that lightstick take the diamond out and it looks like any other lightstick from any other fandom226the black just doesn’t suit seventeen’s brand at all like the diamond is the only thing that screams svt in that lightstick take the diamond out and it looks like any other lightstick from any other fandomLibby@libibiyabbayThe thing is the lightstick isn’t even ugly it’s just not svt it’s not representative at all it could literally be anybody’s lightstick if it didn’t say seventeen on it105The thing is the lightstick isn’t even ugly it’s just not svt it’s not representative at all it could literally be anybody’s lightstick if it didn’t say seventeen on it5HINee 오이니💎 `ㅂ´@shawolzenli don’t think seventeen need a version 3 lightstick at all actually… cause 1) the black is not fitting for them at all and 2) even if they did make it their normal colours, it would look too similar to their other ones. it’s just totally not needed imo621i don’t think seventeen need a version 3 lightstick at all actually… cause 1) the black is not fitting for them at all and 2) even if they did make it their normal colours, it would look too similar to their other ones. it’s just totally not needed imoJiwoo -따뚜씨 🌈 C:ARA7@CoupsurileaderIt’s not that I would never accept it, is that (other that they were our og colors) our lightstick was even going against the toxic masculinity some lightstick tend to have. It was genderless and that was so beautiful.@pledis_17 #SEVENTEEN #SVT_Official_Lightstick_Ver35911It’s not that I would never accept it, is that (other that they were our og colors) our lightstick was even going against the toxic masculinity some lightstick tend to have. It was genderless and that was so beautiful.@pledis_17 #SEVENTEEN #SVT_Official_Lightstick_Ver3 https://t.co/SoFDhTsLJMAdditionally, the uniqueness of SEVENTEEN's lightsticks stems from their unconventional approach to their creation. Unlike the typical lightsticks put forth by K-pop boy groups, CARATBONGs were not simplistic. The new version's departure from what fans were proud of has irked them.While many fans have expressed their criticism of CARATBONG Ver 3, some have tried to see the bright side of the same. Some fans are also happy with the design and trying to understand the reasons behind the drastic change in the group's latest lightstick design. The change in aesthetics could refer to a shift in concept or representation of their growth from the previous design, and fans strive to support it to the best of their abilities.Atinymoon@Atinymoon4@yeosangels_ @pledis_17 Ngl the v3 kinda reminds me of the fear mv concept3@yeosangels_ @pledis_17 Ngl the v3 kinda reminds me of the fear mv concept☾⋆ 𝕭𝖞𝖊𝖔𝖑 ⋆☽ will see Treasure 💎@nahidaraiden22Oh Pledis I see the pattern here. And what if we got a black version of Sogo Drum in next Caratland Merch or next tour?#SEVENTEEN #세븐틴#SVT_Official_Lightstick_Ver3358127Oh Pledis I see the pattern here. And what if we got a black version of Sogo Drum in next Caratland Merch or next tour?#SEVENTEEN #세븐틴#SVT_Official_Lightstick_Ver3 https://t.co/Diy6KmcUncice ◠‿◠@jjeongsshujiwhen we say seventeen has the prettiest lightstick we ain’t lying tho — just look at these;4211when we say seventeen has the prettiest lightstick we ain’t lying tho — just look at these; https://t.co/GiW1r1fIUGvi | 218 DAY !!@vernotonlinei just know none of the members probably had a hand in this bc the lightstick literally lost all meaning?? like the only thing left is the diamond in the middle and the lettering ‘seventeen’.. they got rid of the cute button, the diamond like dome and most importantly THE COLOUR?16633i just know none of the members probably had a hand in this bc the lightstick literally lost all meaning?? like the only thing left is the diamond in the middle and the lettering ‘seventeen’.. they got rid of the cute button, the diamond like dome and most importantly THE COLOUR?However, given that members rarely contribute personally to the creation or construction of these lightsticks, the situation perplexes fans as well. It's also difficult to ignore the fact that many new lightstick editions have become more minimalist and simple as many agencies try to modify their previous designs into a more compact design.While many fans are trying to cultivate an optimistic perspective on the new CARATBONG Ver 3's design, some also wish to get their hands on the second version instead.