posted by admin on Jun 29
The controversial ordinance issued by the city council officials of Yakima, Washington affected the sales of lingerie in the city and nearby towns. According to reports, the sale of thong bikinis dropped following the prohibition of the so-called “cleavage of the buttocks” in public areas.
The phrase was coined following the increase of individuals showing off their behind and giving the views a full view of the thong.
The issue reportedly started following the hype caused by baristas wearing these thong bikinis or see-through attires at a local coffee store. There has been reported increase of complaints of indecency. This prompted the officials to do something about it.
Earlier this month, the council approved an indecent exposure law which gives stiffer fines to violators of the dress code.
Yakima Mayor Dave Edler earlier expressed that he wanted changes to be made on the adult business ordinance of the city to include coffee stands in the law. However, legal officers said that there might be difficulties that would be encountered if this is pushed through.
A lingerie shop in the neighboring town of Kennewick reported a decline in thong bikini sales after customers heard about the ordinance.
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