This isn’t the kind of tattoo I would like for myself, but it sure is interesting! Don’t think I would really date a girl with a tat like this!
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What would you say to your daughter if she came home with a ‘tramp stamp’ tattoo like this one?
(Look Closely at the Butterfly Wings)
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Tattooing is something of a controversial subject in Japan, given its rather uneasy connections and associations with Japan’s native criminal syndicate, the Yakuza who are renowned (indeed infamous) for their full body tattoos (typically located on their back). In fact, the situation is so bad, that certain public places specifically ban any people who have such tattoos from entering the place, in an attempt to avoid trouble. The Yakuza are a group that attract a schizophrenic approach from the Japanese public, for some they are dashing Robin Hood figures, romanticised mobsters with glamorous styles and a sense of “gangster chivalry”. For others, the perception is somewhat more cynical, regarding them a rabid menace to the fabric of society. Another clear link between crime and tattoos in Japan was the practise whereby criminals would find that they had their crimes tattooed onto their bodies as punishment!
What makes Japanese tattoo artists particularly unique is that for a considerably long period of time, they were actually illegal in Japan and were only finally re-legalised in 1945 although it should be noted that their connection with the Yakuza had a great deal to do with this and even today, are regarded with no small measure of suspicion by officialdom.
Despite the major campaigns brought to eradicate them completely, Japanese tattoo artists have produced some of the world’s premium tattoo work and which is frankly, visually stunning. That said, it is extremely important that you take proper precautions before committing yourself to a particular design.
Given that Japanese is a language that is based on signs and symbols (in that regard it is very similar to Chinese, hardly surprising given that Japanese was derived from China) and so phrases that may make sense in English may not translate particularly well into Japanese. They may lose their impact upon translation or may become completely garbled as a result.
Just like choosing a Chinese character tattoo, please ensure that you are aware of the actual meaning of the symbol that you have chosen to be your tattoo, as the last thing you want is to choose a word and then discover that it actually means nothing at all! Japanese is a bewildering language to both native speakers and non-native speakers alike and is crucial therefore that you choose a tattoo expert who has extensive familiarity with the different styles and dialects of Japanese (as there is several.)
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If you want a clear cut example of how cultural and societal factors impact and influence just about every aspect of our lives including fashion and creativity then look no further than tattoos, as the tattoo world despite attracting both men and women has managed to clearly segregate certain designs. There has been no rule or law ever passed concerning what gender can wear what tattoos, and yet there is a very clear divide concerning what tattoos are socially “acceptable” for each of the genders to wear.
Who devises and enforces these rules is well beyond the scope of this article, but it should be duly noted that for every rule, there is invariably an exception and for tattoos, this is no exception. Angel tattoos have become increasingly popular among men, whereas once upon a (not too distant) time they were once the almost exclusive domain of females only. Often associated as a Christian thing, angels are actually prevalent within a number of cultures and world faiths and so Islam and Judaism have their own equivalents as well.
Given their religious connotations, people often assume that an angel tattoo would only ever be worn by someone who is profoundly devout, or whose faith means a great deal to them. Whilst there would is a wealth of evidence to suggest this theory, it is by no means exclusive nor dominant.
An oft-cited reason many people give for them wanting an angel tattoo is that for them, it is the physical representation of their “guardian angel” i.e. a benign entity that will gently watch over the person and spare them from misfortune and harm. For some, the angel tattoo does not become quite so much as a mass of delicately placed ink but rather, an actual physical talisman which will ward off ill feeling. For many, the mere presence of their angel tattoo can have a calming effect.
Angel tattoos are extremely versatile although they tend to fall into one of two very broad categories. The first is the “gentle/passive” mode whereby the angels will be present either holding their hands open in a come hither gesture, or playing a harp. The other will involve the angels in a more assertive and dramatic pose, often equipped with a sword and ready to fend off danger and evil.
For some, an angel is often used as a representation of their conscience.
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It is nothing short of amazing how concepts and objects are treated in different ways within different cultures, succinctly articulated in the rather pithy maxim of “one man’s poison, is another man’s meat.” A particularly clear example of this which exemplifies this is the example of dragons. Here, in the Western world, the dragon is a common creature encountered within Greek and Celtic mythology usually depicted as malicious and rather trollish creatures which existed for no other purpose other than to harass and intimidate. Whether it was jealously guarding a vast pile of treasure or eating young maidens, dragons were despised creatures with a temperament as ugly as their appearance and given their large stature they were never depicted as agents for good.
Curiously, there is a total inversion within the Eastern World, with dragons revered and respected, and typically depicted as majestic creatures that actively sought to help and protect, rather than plunder and pillage. Used to denote a number of positive concepts such as prosperity, wisdom and strength, dragons are deified within Japanese and Chinese culture and are so are often a very common choice of tattoo especially among younger people. Given that dragons are regarded as the sacred protector of Kings and Emperors, who wouldn’t want to invoke the protection of such a remarkable creature?
Dragons have unisex appeal and a particularly common design is to have the dragon tattooed onto the forearm, with it winding around the arm. Be warned though, whilst this is a very impressive form of tattoo it is important to note that this is an especially popular design and so you may find that there are already several people who sport exactly the same thing!
A common misconception (particularly among Westerners) is that a dragon is a dragon. The reality is however, that the Chinese have several hundred different dragons, many of which are actually classified and regarded as gods and thus are responsible for a particular part of the natural world and so this may have a direct impact upon the type of dragon you choose. You may want to devote sometime before actually committing yourself to a particular colour scheme, style of dragon.
Be careful if you choose to use a Chinese style of dragon as your tattoo because if it becomes disfigured in any way then this will cause a great deal of offence to native Chinese who revere dragons.
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Often cited as the most challenging and difficult foreign language for Westerners to learn, Chinese is a language with an exceptionally rich and diverse history, and is one that would certainly put our own background to shame. One of the most demanding and taxing aspects of learning Chinese is the writing of the Mandarin characters, (Chinese does not have an alphabet but simply words) and so Chinese calligraphy has became something of an art form in of itself. Even native Chinese speakers often struggle to properly write the traditional style of Chinese symbols and as a direct result this meant that the Chinese government brought in an alternate form of Chinese, the “simplified Chinese” or pinyin.
Traditional Chinese characters however are far from being an extinct species and are have enjoyed something of a surprise revival within the tattoo world and industry, with ever increasing people wanting to use the traditional characters as a template. Curiously, given the rather ornate style of the original Chinese characters this means that words that mean rather mundane things in Chinese have became the latest and greatest shown off by a celebrity. Whilst words such as love, hope and faith are all quite “trendy” even words such as sky and water have been used!
It may sound like a rather unusual precaution, but please make sure you that have double checked that you:
-actually understand what your desired Chinese character translates as
-The correct symbol for your chosen idea.
The problem with many of the Chinese characters is that they can mean something totally different due to a slight variation in the basic shape, whether this is the omission or addition of a dot or stroke. The same issue also rears its head in relation to the pronunciation, within pinyin, words can sometimes have up to four different meanings dependent on how you pronounce them. A good example of this is the Chinese “ma” can mean mother/linen/horse/to swear dependent on the grammatical accent placed on it. The last thing you want is to have a Chinese tattoo designed to forever honour your mother only to discover that you are instead paying homage to a horse!
Make sure you choose a Chinese symbol, not on the basis of how it looks, but on the basis of the level of significance it has for you, after all this is a permanent decision and as such should not be taken lightly
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In ancient Rome, the citizens of these fair cities would be at the mercy of their respective Gods, ever dependent on their commands, and seeking to satisfy every whim. In these tightly regimented societies, with clear class divides, one step below them would be the aristocracy (patriarchs) who would lead the way for fashion and culture. Countless are the historical tales which state that a seemingly mundane item of clothing soon became the latest sign of success with the city, and when we consider this historical backdrop in relation to the way in which our fashion world works, it would seem that very little has changed.
Hollywood it seems has now became the new pantheon, and with the various celebrities and movie stars able to influence their fans in much the same fashion as the Gods and patriarchs before them. In fact, an especially cynical person would perhaps want to measure the correlation between the sales of a particular product, or item of fashion wear, shortly after a successful celebrity is seen and photographed wearing it! An even greater cynic would do well to then invest in that commodity…..
It seems that tattoos have became the latest fad within the world of celebrity, and in a desperate bid not to be left out of the spotlight or to be any different, there has been nothing short of a deluge of celebrities acquiring a tattoo of some design or another. Sarah Michelle Gellar has several tattoos, numbering no less than 4 in total!
Trying to successfully narrow down (at least, with any real degree of accuracy) the number of tattoos a particular celebrity has can often be a task much easier said than done, given that the celebrities seem to add more or remove them as the mood takes them. Therein lies the luxury of having so much money, the ability to rectify a foolish decision much later on! For us lesser mortals, given horrendously high cost of the laser surgery typically used to remove unwanted tattoos, we have to be a little more wary about making that final decision.
Angelina Jolie (no stranger to courting controversy) has a lot of tattoos, although her personal favourite is the large tiger which features prominently on her lower back which she says reflects her personality: wild, untempered, beautiful and majestic. Given her reputation both on the big screen and off, we would be inclined to agree with her.
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We were all children once and it is fair to say that we have all (at least once in our lives) felt a special affinity with a particular cartoon character for whatever reason. Whether we appreciate that character simply because we enjoyed the show, or because it meant that we could spend time with a loved one, cartoon characters often become a surrogate friend for many children. For some of us, that special bond we once felt with that cartoon character never fades away and so we are able to feel nostalgic every so often as we think back to our childhood and to that particular cartoon character that happened to bring us so much joy.
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However, getting a tattoo of a cartoon character (indeed just like any other type of tattoo) is a decision that should not be taken lightly. People are often wary about getting a tattoo with the name of their partner in case they should happen to separate, after all, it is human nature for people to drift apart and move on. Can you honestly swear to yourself that for the rest of your life, to the day that you die, you will always and forever, love, cherish and value Daffy Duck, Mickey Mouse or Bugs Bunny as much then as much as you did when you were a child?
This may seem like a rather glib comment, but is crucial that you remember that a tattoo tends to be a permanent fixture. People console themselves and justify a tattoo with the argument of: “oh well if I don’t like it, I can always get it removed.” Yes, tattoo removal is an option, but it is not a foolproof idea, nor is it cheap, and there is no absolute guarantee that it will defiantly work.
On the other hand, if you genuinely feel that you will always appreciate that particular cartoon character for the years ahead in your life, then by all means, feel free to get its image imprinted onto your skin. After all, a tattoo is an expression of your individuality and personality, as well as your creativity and so if that cartoon character (irrespective of who they maybe) has a special significance for you, then don’t let anyone or anything dissuade you from taking the plunge.
Just make sure that you are choosing a particular tattoo because it is one you want to wear, as opposed to one that happens to be the latest fashion trend.
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A tattoo is an extremely personal and individualistic thing, and for those who decry it as a form of self-mutilation, nothing could be further from the truth. A tattoo is an expression of something that we attach some degree of significance to, something that resonates with us and has meaning to us. Whether this is a religious icon, the image of a family member or even a tribute to our favourite sporting team, a tattoo is so much more than simply ink, applied to our skin in a random manner.
Whilst tattoos have been around for some time, there has been a great deal of change concerning both the shapes and designs used, as well as the location of the tattoo itself. For females, an ever increasing option has became the lower back, which is located directly above the buttocks, and given the current trend for low cut tops, this allows people a better view of the tattoos.
This is denotes a significant shift in perception concerning tattoos, once debunked as nothing more than the exclusive domain of Army personnel and (male) blue collar labourers, tattoos are becoming ever increasingly used and popular among females, from all walks of life. That said, there is currently a small number of different lower back tattoo designs which seem to be particularly common (some of a more cynical disposition may argue that they are indeed, prevalent!) among females. By far, a rose is commonly the most oft requested and displayed tattoo for the lower back of females.
Roses have always been regarded as the ultimate sign of feminity and so are a popular choice, with a variation of the rose design being the inclusion of either the name of the female, or the name of their partner. The choice is entirely up to you.
Lower back tattoos have certainly made their mark (if you will pardon the pun) in Hollywood, with a number of young and successful movie starlets all wearing revealing and daring outfits with the sole purpose of showing off their tattoos it seems! Sarah Michelle Gellar (of Buffy the Vampire Slayer fame) was met with a great deal of enthusiasm from the media as well as her fans after she unveiled her twin set of purple butterflies which adorn her lower back.
Often cruelly dismissed as “stamp tramps” lower back tattoos are an exceptionally sexy and sensual expression of both your femininity and your personality as well.
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Women with tattoos really ‘do it’ for me! I love to see a lady with ink!
This video shows some of my favorite tattoos gathered from internet gallerys, many are featured in full hi-res photo sets at the sites at the bottom of the page.
I hope this has given you ladies inspiration to get your first (or second, or third…) tattoo. Tattoos can be used to highlight any womans’ beauty; and like women, every tattoo is individual. My personal favorites are delicate tattoos related to nature, butterfly tattoos and flower tattoos look great on any girl or woman.
I know some girls with really heavy tribal tattoos, strong patterns and monochrome coloring. The girls I know with these tattoos are mainly from the gym, and have hot, strong bodies; this is also a great look!
Whichever tattoo you decide on, please, please take the time to be sure it is the right one for you. Time invested in choosing the right tattoo is never wasted.
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