Balloon fetish

Balloon fetishists (colloquially "looners") may be divided into two categories: those who are sexually inclined to pop balloons, possibly alongside other activities (called "poppers"), and those who are sexually inclined exclusively to non-popping activities, such as blowing up balloons and deflating them (called "non-poppers"). Some "non-poppers" are greatly distressed by the idea of popping balloons, possibly even to the point of tears. Others enjoy blowing up balloons or sitting and lying on them.

"Looner" Culture

Within balloon fetish circles, some "looners" categorize themselves as "poppers" (those who experience sexual thrill from bursting balloons) and "non-poppers" (those who avoid bursting balloons). One hallmark of the distinction between poppers and non-poppers may be in seeing balloons' bursting either as a metaphor for orgasm, or as a metaphor for death.

Media Depictions

Geiru Toneido, a fictional homicidal clown and balloon artist from Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Spirit of Justice, developed online notoriety with the advent of the "clussy" concept, the artwork of which has a very strong focus on the sexualisation of balloons, per her character design.
In 2019 the stylist Christopher Kane presented a collection inspired by looners. A tematic t-shirt and a sneaker were released.
SexTV season 9 episode 23, 9 June 2007.
Taboo, 2012 episode on National Geographic Channel.