A poll: Thoughts on tattoos on women...

thepanttherlady

I think they're hot. Then again, I could be biased.

Sadly; however, there is still a stigma around tattoo's. I've been fortunate over the years to have found employers that are "ok" with my tattoo's. When I started with the company I work for now almost 5 years ago, tattoo's had to be covered. They have since relaxed on this policy and unless we are attending a meeting with a customer, we are allowed to show our tattoo's and have facial piercings. Woot!

I have a tattoo in the middle of my chest and have had more "men" belittle me because of it than anyone. I either ignore them or remind them I got my tattoo's for me, not them.

TeachTheGirl

It's up to the individual. As long as they can cope with the comments or stares, then more power to them!

I actually find females with tattoos really attractive. ._.

DonM46

Don't like them
On women OR men

Shriffee

I hate to comment on threads like this. I get tired of seeing threads asking how women should act and dress and think and eat to get other people's approval.

But on the other hand... a (good) sleeve on a woman is pretty hot.

I can relate to how you feel about these types of threads. I'm pretty tired of the threads on tattoos and boobs, in general. I only responded because I liked how the OP phrased the question.

GasMasterFlash

The solution for those whose employment precludes them from having one. :happy:

knitfastpurlyoung

The reality is, though, that having visible body modifications will affect one's employment opportunities.

This depends entirely on what employment you take...

It affects the opportunities out there, regardless of which path one might pursue.

I disagree. I work with and have met many people in my industry with visible tattoos.

I understand though, that in most industries this is the case. Just not all.

So, if there are industries where one cannot gain employment because of visible body modifications, we agree that one's opportunities are limited -- right?

Well sure, if you want to throw the net really wide! But, from my point of view, I'm lucky enough to have a career in an industry that is a creative one, and the opportunities in that industry are not going to change because of a tattoo, regardless of size or placement.

I do understand your point though, and there is always the possibility that the industry I work in may one-day not be there, but firstly I think it is extremely unlikely that that will happen, and secondly if it did, it is very unlikely that I would seek employment in an industry so vastly different to my current one.

Thank you for raising the point.

skierxjes

I never thought of myself as conservative, but I don't really care for fulls sleeves on anyone.
I have one on my foot, so far and am getting another in July. Might get one more before July.

I just try to think down the road, when you're old and saggy, how will they look then? Definitely not the same as they do on a younger you.

Just my 2 cents.

aweightymatter

Well done tattoos are beautiful whether on a man or a woman. I'm getting a chest piece done in a couple of months, if people judge me, fine, their loss. I don't make assumptions on people from appearence...

I agree, although people being people will make a quick assumptions on anyone and any attribute.

I'm not interested in whether the assumption itself is deserved or right, but what the assumption actually is.

I hear a lot of... i get negative looks - but what does that mean?

Do those people think you are dirty / aggressive / reckless / alcoholic / a fan of Slayer...???

I don't want anyone to get grief because of their opinion - I'm honestly just interested to hear it, so speak up!

I am a female with tattoos AND a fan of Slayer!! So I'm glad I'm at least sending out part of the right message :blushing:

But yeah, I work in a professional field, make good money, am never judged by my stuff.... I think it's really a moot point these days except perhaps among the oldest and most conservative segments of society, but I don't really come into contact with that too much. The point is to be so kickass at whatever you do that how you look doesn't matter.

GreatSetOfBrains

Love love love. . . wish my husband loved loved loved

mamamc03

Do it. I would never do it...
#1...because I am a wuss and my ankle tat killed me.
#2...I get REALLy hot and could not wear long sleeves to work every day. Visible tat's are frowned upon in the professional world.

Ralphrabbit

God made each one perfect & does not make junk!
If you choose tattoos fine but you do not need to enhance your body in that way.

teagin2002

I look at tattoos as a cultural thing, whether on a woman or man it could be very beautiful, feminine or masculine too. I find it hard to judge people accurately based on the fact that they have a tattoo or two before chatting with them. I have met a few people with tattoos depicting death and dismemberment and they were so sweet!! while other's with artistic tattoos who were total a$$es.

I say rock who you are to make sure you feel at the top of the world!!!

TinkrBelz

I love them and I love a full sleeve, BUT it does depend on your job. My husband has them, but they are covered at his work (he is a professor).

And I have one (actually, it was a small one and then a year later, I added more to it). But it is on my back and hidden. I would love to have it go up my back. And I want a tiny cross on the back of my neck.

Also, I do not think that everyone can carry off a full sleeve. I think I would look silly with a full sleeve. I have that sweet American girl look, and you got to have that Bad *kitten* look to pull off a sleeve...I am just not Bad *kitten* enough!! :sad:

Ireshgurl

I love tattoos period. I have 13 of my own. I think sleeves are sexy, if done right. I love sleeves on both men and women. I think they make a woman look even sexier. However, for some weird reason, I just can't see one on me.... Maybe I just haven't found the right subject I want to put on my arm, I don't know, but so far, I'm not lookin into getting a sleeve, just more ink, lmao. However, they can be considered "career killers" as an artist likes to call them, depending on how far down they go, or the subject matter of the tattoo. But, to each their own, plain and simple. I haven't let it stop me.

_snw_

I just try to think down the road, when you're old and saggy, how will they look then? Definitely not the same as they do on a younger you.

i'm going to die before i'm old. so yay me!

vim_n_vigor

Well sure, if you want to throw the net really wide! But, from my point of view, I'm lucky enough to have a career in an industry that is a creative one, and the opportunities in that industry are not going to change because of a tattoo, regardless of size or placement.

I do understand your point though, and there is always the possibility that the industry I work in may one-day not be there, but firstly I think it is extremely unlikely that that will happen, and secondly if it did, it is very unlikely that I would seek employment in an industry so vastly different to my current one.

Thank you for raising the point.

It sounds like it won't hinder your job prospects given your creative field. What will family/friends say or think? Do you care what they will say? That would probably be my other consideration outside of career.

chrishgt4

And just to be clear, I am talking beautifully-crafted tattoos by artists.

I am interested in hearing what people think about a full-sleeve tattoo on a girl.

Does the stigma still exist?

What assumptions would you make about a lady with full-sleeve?

Over to you...

Full sleeves are awesome - I love love love the rock chick thing. One holiday I went on there was this girl who wasn't even great looking but she had this tattoo of a heart across her chest, arms, back done, but all cool - not in a messy bunch of random things chucked together. I couldn't get enough of her.

ElizabethRoad

The solution for those whose employment precludes them from having one. :happy:

I have these. (Well not these exact ones.) They actually look pretty convincing until someone is standing right beside you looking at them. I have shocked many people by suddenly having full sleeves when I didn't the day before.

TinkrBelz

I just try to think down the road, when you're old and saggy, how will they look then? Definitely not the same as they do on a younger you.

When we are old and saggy, nothing is going to look good!!!

knitfastpurlyoung

jrboyles is speaking my mind. Tattoos are completely and utterly disgusting. What's more, I would never hire someone with visible tattoos.

Thank you for your contribution. Honest opinions are welcome! Would you mind expanding on your point?

I'm curious as to why a subjective opinion about someone's appearance matters to an employer to that degree, if all other prerequisites for that job are met - qualifications, personality, attitude, presentation and hygiene for example.

Thank you in advance.

dmanning0819

Love a strong woman like PINK, rocking out some pretty fierce tats, but I myself would never get a full sleeve. No judgement here, but I would def. think long and hard on any tattoo you get.

ElizabethRoad

God made each one perfect & does not make junk!
If you choose tattoos fine but you do not need to enhance your body in that way.

Do you wear makeup or jewelry? Do you cut or style your hair? Paint your nails? Wear nice clothes?

ahubacek

I have a half sleeve and when I first talked about getting it several of my friends did the whole "it's not feminine..." thing but once I did it, they all realized that it's perfectly me.

While I certainly do get looks sometimes, I figure if someone wants to judge me negatively based on my arm then they're really not someone I give a damn about anyway.

MrsSorenson

The only issue with full sleeves MALE OR FEMALE is work.
Where I work, you cannot have tattoos that show. All mine are in places that cannot be seen with pants and short sleeves. Some have to wear long sleeves all the time because of the rules.

I love my tattoos, I like good tatts.

But a number of employers feel they pay enough to not have to look at them.

Ditto - I really love well done tattoos. I am a fan of the full sleeve when it's done right.

escloflowneCHANGED

God made each one perfect & does not make junk!
If you choose tattoos fine but you do not need to enhance your body in that way.

A tattoo from god would be epic!

SlvrLyssa

I think they can be amazing looking

I love 3 of the 4 I have & would have more if they were cheaper, not that I would want a cheap looking one.

Tara4boys

Just not my bag.

Tashry

I love tattoos on guys and girls.
I personally wouldn't get a sleeve. It's not for me. But I have seen some women who look amazing with them and it works.

I can appreciate the artistry.

rebawagner

just make sure they mean something to you!!! I got one when I was 19 and 20 years and 3 kids later I wish I had chosen a different picture with more meaning... I don't regret the tattoo, I regret the subject I chose...if that makes sense

loseslarge

This is completely anecdotal, but I find people who are heavily inked (sleave, etc.) usually do so due to some kind of emotional baggage and insecurity. A drive to be non-confromist, because conformity was never really an option. Small markings that have a serious personal meaning are differnet, but seeing people with a Superman is tatto is painful.

In terms tattoos on women, anything in bulk is gross. Women are the beautiful part of the species, shouldn't mess with their skin. Growth zones should be avoided. Nothing looks worse than a stretched, then shrunk tattoo.