Why did the old Chinese prostitutes always tie a red thread at the waist?

During the feudal period, Chinese prostitutes used their beauty and talent in singing and dancing to entertain guests. In the barn, some prostitutes only sell their art, not their bodies.

When learning about the life of a prostitute, many people are surprised and curious to know that they have a habit of tying a red thread at their waist. According to historical researchers, the red thread tied around the waist of a prostitute has special meanings.

Every prostitute has sad stories related to the circumstances that pushed them into the brothel.

Most of the girls do not volunteer to be prostitutes in the green room. They are often sold to the brothel by their families because of their poverty. Meanwhile, some became prostitutes because the whole family was convicted. Every prostitute has sad stories related to the circumstances that pushed them into the brothel. Therefore, they must find a way to survive here.

Many prostitutes tie a red thread around their waists and use it as a good luck charm in the hope of helping them have a better future. According to folk beliefs, red is the color that wards off evil spirits. Living in a brothel is considered a lower class in society, and every day prostitutes come into contact with all kinds of people. Therefore, the courtesan hopes that the red thread can help them stay away from evil and bad things. They even wish they could leave the brothel to start a new life.

The prostitute can only leave the brothel when there is enough money to redeem herself or someone gives a huge ransom to the mistress so that they can be free.

Besides, the red thread for prostitutes is also considered as a psychological therapy to help them find some peace in their souls. Thanks to that, they will be braver and more resilient when facing the "dark" days at the brothel.