The internet is buzzing about the "Thai Bikini Barbershop" which is a hot mess! The barbershop became an instant hit on the internet because of the female hairdressers who dressed in cool clothes to provide haircutting services to their customers, attracting countless curious babies to visit the shop. So, can Filipino business owners follow suit and open a similar store in the Philippines?
Let's start with Thailand. Because of the female hairdressers dressed cool, behavior bold, and enthusiastic haircutting services, this barbershop has become a Netflix hit spot, customers are endless.
In the face of such a hot scene, many owners in the Philippines are beginning to be moved, thinking that they can also open the same model of barbershop in the local.
However, we have to face the reality: this is an illegal business in the Philippines!
Under Article 201 of the Revised Penal Code of the Philippines, any act deemed indecent and contrary to good customs is punishable.
In other words, if a similar bikini barbershop were to open in the Philippines, Ms. Tony's bikini outfits would probably be considered "indecent" or "offensive to public morals," which could lead to legal problems.
In Thailand, the bikini barbershop this creative marketing although bold and novel, but also has its specific cultural background and market demand as support.
In the Philippines, on the other hand, a business model such as the bikini barbershop is likely to be viewed as contrary to public morals, which could lead to legal problems, as the society's moral and legal standards are more conservative and place more emphasis on the protection of public order and morality.
For owners who are jumping at the chance to open a similar store in the Philippines, it is important to understand and comply with local laws and culture.
If you really want to have fun in the Philippines, you are welcome to contact Philon Law for a consultation to ensure that your creativity will not step on the red line of the law!