Tribal tattoos that were worn on the wrist were represented as stamps or seals in some cultures, and were known as symbols of authority and power. Tribal tattoos that were worn on the wrist were usually worn by personnel in authority to identify them as royalty or to demonstrate rank. Tribal wrist stamps or seals were frequently used on ancient royal or legal documents to identify their owner.

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There are literally hundreds of designs of rose tattoos being worn all across the world. Some are of roses that are bleeding drops of blood. Others are designs that have a cross and a rose. Some focus solely on the tattoo of the rose and its beauty while in full bloom. The various designs of rose tattoos all have different meanings.

If you want to make a statement with your rose tattoo you need to make sure you choose the right image. In order to choose the right image, you need to know what the different colors of roses mean. The meaning of your rose tattoo is different based on the color of the rose.  All around the world a bright red rose symbolizes love. Any kind of image of a red rose is sending a message of someone loving someone deeply. A tattoo of a red rose that is deep and rich in color makes them appear as though they are blooming on the skin. The unique feeling of love is expressed in the color red, particularly in a rose.

A bright yellow rose symbolizes true friendship. At one time, a yellow rose symbolized jealousy and deceit. However, today the yellow rose has a much more beautiful meaning. If your tattoo is of a yellow rose, it will convey a meaning of friendship.  A pink rose has female implications and many women have a pink rose tattoo. When the rose is in full bloom, it means that you are outgoing and forthcoming. A pink rose tattoo is a  way of telling the world that you are ready for the world and are in full bloom.

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The hottest tattoos at the moment are sleeve designs.  Many of the restrictions that were placed on tattoos in the work place have been loosened in the past few years and tattoos have become much more widely accepted. The result has been that many women and men go out and get a much larger tattoo. Here are some of the top ideas for those of you who are considering getting a half sleeve tattoo.

Half Sleeve Tattoos Designs for Men

The Celtic cross has long been a very popular design. The standard Celtic cross symbolizes both Christianity and fertility. In earlier times the cross symbol was used in many Pagan cultures. At the time the Celtic cross was believed to be a fertility symbol. The Celtic cross represents the male and the circle in the middle of the cross represents the female. This was later adapted to become the powerful symbol of Christianity it represents today.
Fire and flames have always been fascinating to man since its invention. For some reason the mystical lure and the destructive power of fire still holds a fascination for most men. It therefore makes a great design for a tattoo. Many men today are selecting tribal tattoos that are more traditional including Maori or Hawaiian designs rather than the rather confusing designs of the tribal tattoos popular in the 1990’s.
Half Sleeve Tattoos and Designs for Women

Floral patterns are also very popular with women, make beautiful patterns, and are therefore great designs for a sleeve. In addition, the bright colors that are used in the flower and the endless potential of the variety of flower symbolism make it a great selection for a half sleeve tattoo on a woman.  Remember it is always best to take your time and choose a tattoo and a design that feels right to you. Don’t be in too much of a hurry to get a tattoo just because you read somewhere that it is popular. Instead, take your time and find symbols, ideas and designs that have meaning to you. This is the real beauty of Tattoos and what makes them so personal.

There is much wider larger acceptance of women who get tattoos these days and with that, flower tattoos have seen a dramatic increase in popularity. The best part about a flower tattoo is there that are so many different colors and types of flowers that all have meanings which are different. Usually, flowers only mean a few different things; however, some specific flowers such as the rose and lotus flowers may mean things which are much more specific.

A flower tattoo usually connects to nature, and usually brings up images of life, including vitality, procreation, and birth. The reason for this is that we see the span of life when we see a flower.  The picture of a tattoo flower reminds us of the entire process of life. In addition, there are different colors of flowers on a tattoo that symbolize different things. A white flower tattoo reminds us of purity, while red on a flower may mean burning passion or the blood of Christ.

When a woman gets a tattoo of a rose it symbolizes love, or pure love. In fact, around the 16th century, a rose was tattooed on people who were condemned to die, so they would be immediately recognized should they escape the gallows. However, these days if you get a rose tattoo then it is considered a symbol of passion and love. There is much about the symbolism of a tattoo of a flower that has to do with the fact that a rose is the usual flower that is given to a woman during romantic occasions. The reason that a rose is frequently tattooed on someone is to show their love for another person. It’s not a coincidence that the rose tattoo is the most popular of all flower tattoos, and men are getting rose tattoos as well.

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Women’s tattoos have increased significantly in popularity in the past few years. The feminine, small, and cute tattoos are particularly in fashion. As women’s tattoos have gained in popularity, so too have the design ideas that make the tattoos attractive and sexy. As a result of the fact that females are physically smaller than males, tattoos on females are typically prettier and smaller than the tattoos that males wear. These are some of the design ideas that most women seem to like the most are:

Butterfly Tattoos

The butterfly tattoo is one of the most popular tattoo designs for women. They are elegant and simple. Butterfly tattoos are definitely feminine and visually pleasing. Having a beautifully designed butterfly tattoo on your shoulder or ankle is both pretty and graceful. Butterfly tattoos have special meanings for some people. Depending on the culture, they can mean good luck, freedom, delicate beauty, transformation, or rebirth.

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Tattoos of beautiful girls have never gone out of style. A pin up girl is a woman who sexuality and the physical attractiveness that would cause a guy to put her picture on his bedroom wall. A pin up of a model or a dancer is a photo of a famous woman in a tempting pose and wearing skimpy clothing. The designs of pin up girl are frequently based on international or glamorous actresses or models. Tattoos of pin up girls are inspired from paintings, drawings and other types of illustrations that depict the erotic and sensuality of women. There were many pin up photos of actresses in Hollywood who were sex symbols. One of the best examples of the classic pin up girl was Betty Grable.

Some people want tattoo of pin up girls that look like a glamorous actress of model, whole others want it for artistic reasons. Tattoos of pin up girls were very popular in World War 2. Many sailors and soldiers had pin up photos in their lockers. Some of the more famous models and actresses who were pin ups include Jean Harlow, Jane Russell, Marilyn Monroe, Betty Davis, Marie McDonald, Ava Gardner, and Betty Grable.

Designs for tattoos of pin up girls in the 1950’s make an excellent selection for a pin up girl tattoo because there is a great selection of actresses and models to select from. One of the most popular choices for a pin up girl tattoo is where the girl is in high heels while standing straight with head turned and her backside facing forward. This type if tattoo always looks great on the calves and forearms. Many tattoos of the old school pin up girl focuses on legs. One type has the girl’s legs be crossed while she is seated. Another very popular type of old school pin up girl tattoo has the girl with her high heels high up in the air while she is lying down or seated. This type of tattoo looks great on the thigh, upper chest, and upper arm.

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One of the most difficult things to do when you are trying to get a tattoo is to choose a tattoo design that you want. There are literally millions of tattoo designs to choose from and the choices can extremely large. You need to remember to take your time and look at as many tattoo designs as you can before you pick the one that you will have permanently tattooed on your body. You also need to remember that a tattoo is not temporary and it will take a lot of pain and money to have it removed. One of the best ways to find a tattoo that suits you is to check out flash art tattoos.

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Getting a tattoo is all about having your own identity. Some people have particular ideas about how they want their body permanently marked. While there are numerous designs to choose from, tattoo lovers understand that each design has a special meaning. Tattoos of butterflies represent rebirth and transformation. Aside from their symbolism, designs of a butterfly tattoo can be drawn in numerous ways. Celtic butterfly tattoos are extremely beautiful. As a result of their grace, the Celtic butterfly tattoo is very a popular tattoo for girls.

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The dragon tattoo design is a very popular tattoo that has numerous key aspects to it. The image of the dragon has long been considered a sign of importance and strength. The two primary types of dragons are the eastern dragon and the western dragon.

The western dragon tattoo design is the style that most Europeans and Americans are the most familiar with. The western dragon features a sharp, long tail, scales, four legs, wings, sometimes breathes fire, and like a bird it has talons or claws. These dragons are usually posed in a defensive or fighting positions and are tattooed in almost any color. It is suggested that these dragons represent the dark side or evil. When selecting the western dragon tattoo design, be sure the image is one that you are sure you want to portray. You should do this by choosing the correct location on the body, correct size, correct color, and correct pose.

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