A "wardrobe malfunction" refers to an unexpected and often embarrassing failure of clothing to function as intended. This can include items like zippers, buttons, or seams that break, as well as clothing that shifts or slips out of place, revealing more skin than intended. Such incidents can occur during everyday activities or public appearances, often drawing attention. These malfunctions gained significant media attention after high-profile incidents, such as the Janet Jackson Super Bowl performance in 2004. The term has since become widely recognized, often used humorously to describe any clothing mishap, regardless of its severity.