to Tattoo, or not Tattoo...that is the question

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  • Dunkelheit666
    Dunkelheit666 Posts: 223 Member
    thank you for the advice! This is similar to what i wanna get...

    http://www.flickr.com/photos/latitudes/308865129/

    That is beautiful.


    thanks! I came up w/ the idea becuase i have this element shirt with tree branches that go over the shoulder and it looks dope. I think its pretty original and will prolly look sexy...

    my reasons for getting a tattoo: i like the design, and itll be hot. vanity reasons only.

    It's a really nice image, and if you want it you should definitely go for it. I wouldn't say it's really that "original" though - I've seen lots of side tattoos of trees and branches. Just a thought if you're trying to get something different.


    I've only seen chics w/ like those asian cherry blossoms or something. I've seem similar things but nothing exactly like what i had in mind.

    If i see some guy walking around w/ my tattoo ill prolly def not get it :)
  • odusgolp
    odusgolp Posts: 10,477 Member
    I'm really only interested in looking hot and sexy and being original in the process. I dont need my tattoo to mean anything to me. My fragile ego means more to me than the actual tattoo :) I want a chic to check ME out for once! I'm sick of it being the other way around! stupid girls...

    :)

    YEAH! Stupid Girls! That you want to check you out, find you hot and sexy, with your fragile ego...

    Wait... are you HSP?
  • daniellek30
    daniellek30 Posts: 171 Member
    Considering i'm marrying a tattoo artist, I can't say I think they're 'cliche'. What's cliche is if you bring in a picture of something that you found online that EVERYONE HAS, and have them do that EXACT tattoo.

    I mean, saying tattoos are cliche these days is about the same as saying wearing clothes are cliche. Everyone's doing it!

    Go to an artist that has their own flair, and is able to give you that sort of individuality you're looking for. :)

    Also, trust me .. make sure you're going to get something that you do WANT, not just because you think it'll look cool.

    My whole side is tattooed, and has some of the most cliche things you could imagine; cherry blossoms, music notes, lotus flowers, and script. But hell, it's my side, and I WANTED it.
  • Dunkelheit666
    Dunkelheit666 Posts: 223 Member
    I'm really only interested in looking hot and sexy and being original in the process. I dont need my tattoo to mean anything to me. My fragile ego means more to me than the actual tattoo :) I want a chic to check ME out for once! I'm sick of it being the other way around! stupid girls...

    :)

    YEAH! Stupid Girls! That you want to check you out, find you hot and sexy, with your fragile ego...

    Wait... are you HSP?

    I dunno what HSP is, but i was KIDDING.

    I have no problem, even when i was pudgy, getting chics cuz i'm that charming. and i want to be big and strong so my daughter thinks her daddy is strong...thats the biggest reason. the tattoo i want cuz its a cool design and i know it'll look cool cuz the shirt i got the idea from is flesh colored and it looks awesome
  • jjshulou
    jjshulou Posts: 50
    If you want one, get it, don't care about what anyone else says or thinks. The only opinion that should matter is yours.

    But good luck getting that first tattoo on your side...that's gonna hurt like a *****! lol just a warning
  • Dunkelheit666
    Dunkelheit666 Posts: 223 Member
    If you want one, get it, don't care about what anyone else says or thinks. The only opinion that should matter is yours.

    But good luck getting that first tattoo on your side...that's gonna hurt like a *****! lol just a warning

    i'm sure it will :) thanks for the advice!
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  • Jennicia
    Jennicia Posts: 409 Member
    thank you for the advice! This is similar to what i wanna get...

    http://www.flickr.com/photos/latitudes/308865129/

    That is beautiful.

    AGREED!
  • Jennicia
    Jennicia Posts: 409 Member
    Oh and guys with tatts..............HOT!!!!!! :wink: :smokin:
  • sobriquet84
    sobriquet84 Posts: 607 Member
    if you're torn and can't make up your mind, then don't do it.

    that's something you should only do if you ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY KNOW you want it and you don't see it any other way.

    if you're hesitant now, then walk away.
    if you think you have a chance that you're going to regret having a huge tree on the side of your body in 10 years, then walk away.

    if you are absolutely 100% positive that you know you want this and don't give a *kitten* that you'll be sportin that in your golden years, then rock on.
  • citygirl04
    citygirl04 Posts: 286 Member
    I think you should pick something that reflects who you are. I have a daisy which is my fav flower on my thigh and it also covers a scar from when I was a kid. I have a celtic cross between my shoulder blades cause I'm Irish and proud of it. I have my provinces flag on my lower back and I have the moon, heart, star, & clover on my lower leg just because I liked it.
  • citygirl04
    citygirl04 Posts: 286 Member
    99% of all tattoos will look like sh#t when you're old, wrinkled and sagging.

    So you may as well have fun with it now. :D
  • APBTChampion
    APBTChampion Posts: 93 Member
    When it comes to tattooing, the answer is always a resounding: YES.

    Let the craving for another tattoo begin... (oh wait, I was already suffering)!
  • LaLouve_RK
    LaLouve_RK Posts: 899 Member
    I'm fairly certain i'm going to have the body i always wanted by next summer. I have only about 15-20 lbs to go to reach my goal. I made a promise to myself that once i did that, i would get some nice tats. Now i'm kind of rethinking that cuz everyone has them and its kind of chiche?

    I wanted to get some sort of asian looking tree branches that go up my side, back and chest.

    Thoughts?
    Without reading the others, best advice: if you are not sure dont do it, period.
    I hesitated on some designs that I liked so I didnt got them tat.... those I was 100% ... I did.
  • sobriquet84
    sobriquet84 Posts: 607 Member
    Considering i'm marrying a tattoo artist, I can't say I think they're 'cliche'. What's cliche is if you bring in a picture of something that you found online that EVERYONE HAS, and have them do that EXACT tattoo.

    I mean, saying tattoos are cliche these days is about the same as saying wearing clothes are cliche. Everyone's doing it!

    Go to an artist that has their own flair, and is able to give you that sort of individuality you're looking for. :)

    Also, trust me .. make sure you're going to get something that you do WANT, not just because you think it'll look cool.

    My whole side is tattooed, and has some of the most cliche things you could imagine; cherry blossoms, music notes, lotus flowers, and script. But hell, it's my side, and I WANTED it.

    first of all, no, everyone is not "doing it".

    but, i agree with what you're saying. tattoos go back. wayyyy back. they've been apart of cultures for thousands of years. if you have somethingthat is very well thought out and meaningful to you and take it as a very personal experience that you have decided upon for yourself with much consideration, then go for it.

    i am very capable of looking at a tattoo as a piece of art. but a lot goes into being able to call a tattoo that. and unfortunately, i'd say a good 90% of tattoos out there are just sh*tty decisions and mistakes.
  • UsaJewels05
    UsaJewels05 Posts: 229 Member
    I think that Tattoos are very Sexy! As long as you get something that you like and are happy with it, who cares about anything else?
  • missytrishy
    missytrishy Posts: 203 Member
    I'm fairly certain i'm going to have the body i always wanted by next summer. I have only about 15-20 lbs to go to reach my goal. I made a promise to myself that once i did that, i would get some nice tats. Now i'm kind of rethinking that cuz everyone has them and its kind of chiche?

    I wanted to get some sort of asian looking tree branches that go up my side, back and chest.

    Thoughts?

    I try to do what most people aren't doing so no tattoos here. My vote is no, with everyone getting them you stand out more without one. :smile:
  • missytrishy
    missytrishy Posts: 203 Member
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    first of all, no, everyone is not "doing it".

    but, i agree with what you're saying. tattoos go back. wayyyy back. they've been apart of cultures for thousands of years. if you have someone that is very well thought out and meaningful to you and take it as a very personal experience that you have decided upon for yourself with much consideration, then go for it.

    i am very capable of looking at a tattoo as a piece of art. but a lot goes into being able to call a tattoo that. and unfortunately, i'd say a good 90% of tattoos out there are just sh*tty decisions and mistakes.
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    This^^^
  • emtjmac
    emtjmac Posts: 1,320 Member
    Boss! Dee plane! Dee plane!
  • Chubbyhulagirl
    Chubbyhulagirl Posts: 374 Member
    You should definitely get something if it has meaning to you. I normally tell my friends if you are not Asian, don't get an Asian tattoo. It normally looks really cliche or out of place, IMO. You should get something to represent your own heritage or something to represent you reaching your goal, the people you love (portrait) or an original tribal. Congrats on reaching your goals!
  • vvanm
    vvanm Posts: 157

    first of all, no, everyone is not "doing it".

    but, i agree with what you're saying. tattoos go back. wayyyy back. they've been apart of cultures for thousands of years. if you have someone that is very well thought out and meaningful to you and take it as a very personal experience that you have decided upon for yourself with much consideration, then go for it.

    i am very capable of looking at a tattoo as a piece of art. but a lot goes into being able to call a tattoo that. and unfortunately, i'd say a good 90% of tattoos out there are just sh*tty decisions and mistakes.
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    This^^^
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    Definitely This . Please don't look like everyone else.
  • Dunkelheit666
    Dunkelheit666 Posts: 223 Member
    You should definitely get something if it has meaning to you. I normally tell my friends if you are not Asian, don't get an Asian tattoo. It normally looks really cliche or out of place, IMO. You should get something to represent your own heritage or something to represent you reaching your goal, the people you love (portrait) or an original tribal. Congrats on reaching your goals!

    I'm an American from Illinois. I have basically no culture except for Abraham Lincoln and I'm not getting a Lincoln tattoo.

    :)
  • JesterMFP
    JesterMFP Posts: 3,596 Member
    99% of all tattoos will look like sh#t when you're old, wrinkled and sagging.
    I disagree. I've seen some tattoos on old people that look beautiful. Of course they're more wrinkled and saggy than when they were younger, but they would be anyway, tattoos or not. Besides, who can be sure they're going to get to grow old?
  • LaLouve_RK
    LaLouve_RK Posts: 899 Member
    99% of all tattoos will look like sh#t when you're old, wrinkled and sagging.
    I disagree. I've seen some tattoos on old people that look beautiful. Of course they're more wrinkled and saggy than when they were younger, but they would be anyway, tattoos or not. Besides, who can be sure they're going to get to grow old?
    Obviously doesnt like tats.... and we dont all get wrinkle like this!!!!!!!!..... FYI....

    old-woman-ajijic-mexico.jpg?w=640
  • citygirl04
    citygirl04 Posts: 286 Member
    Everything looks like **** when you're old & wrinkled so why not live for today??
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