# Padlocked Pants Protecting Indonesian Masseuses By ElGreco | Published 2008-04-19 | Naughty Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-more-sex-padlock-your-pants References: [news.sky](http://news.sky.com/skynews/article/0,,91059-1312608,00.html) To curb prostitution, the Indonesian Government has demanded masseuses [padlock their pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lockable-pizza-boxes) in order to make it very clear to customers they wouldn't be offered any type of sexual services. It may sound a little bit dumb and naive, but the idea actually caught on, so much so that one [massage parlor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bodybar-pilates) in Batu on Java island required all their masseuses to shackle their pants. Oddly enough, an Indonesian version of [Playboy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playboy-metamansion) magazine protested this measure and, as a result, the editor of the publication was charged for violating the indecency law. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Naughty](https://www.trendhunter.com/naughty) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Increased Regulation of Prostitution:** The demand for masseuses to padlock their pants highlights a trend of governments implementing stricter regulations to curb illegal activities. - **Creative Solutions to Social Issues:** The requirement for padlocked pants shows the potential for unconventional approaches to address societal problems like prostitution. - **Controversial Reactions to Restrictive Measures:** The protest by an Indonesian Playboy magazine exemplifies the ongoing debate surrounding the implementation of restrictive policies. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Hospitality and Tourism:** Hotels and massage parlors could explore innovative ways to enforce regulations and ensure customer safety without resorting to intrusive measures like padlocked pants. - **Social Services:** Organizations that support marginalized communities could offer alternative employment opportunities and educational programs to combat prostitution and provide individuals with other viable options. - **Media and Publishing:** Industries related to media and publishing may face increasing scrutiny and legal challenges as they navigate controversial topics and find a balance between freedom of expression and adhering to local laws. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Locking Lotion Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lotion-lock.md) - [Protective Snacking Pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreida-totprotecting-pants.md) - [Menstrual Product-Celebrating Jeans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/u-by-kotex-maximalism-jeans.md) - [Sexual Wellness Underwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lorals-for-protection.md) - [Inclusive Undergarment Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/primark-1.md) - [Creative Ad Responses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiehls-response.md) - [Respectful Nudist Beach Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tradition-of-nudism-in-catalonia.md) - [Lawnmower Lingerie Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lawngerie-set.md) - [Women-Focused Digital Safety Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-durex-blocker.md)