Celebrity Couples with Tattoos
Couples having matching tattoos or individual tattoos to express their love for each other are very common among celebrities. Some of these couples’ relationship did not last while some are still blissfully together. But the reason for having matching tattoos or personal symbols of love for a partner where done when the relationship was still “hot” and as an expression of undying love for each other. Here are some of the couples with matching tattoos or special tattoos for a partner:
David and Victoria Beckham
David and Victoria have been married since 1999 and still very much together up to the present. They are blessed with three sons. David has the name of Victoria with an H (Vihctoria) in Hindi tattooed on his left forearm. Another tattoo in Latin "Ut Amem Et Foveam" translated in English "so that I love and cherish" was added later. Posh Spice ( Victoria’s pseudonym) has “DB”, David’s initials tattooed under her left wrist. Victoria also has a 4 eight point stars to stand for her two sons, her husband and herself, done before the arrival of her 3rd son.
Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey
Nick and Mariah were married in 2008 after a very short two months after their first meeting and are still together up to the present time. A few weeks after they first met, they had tattoos done together, “Mariah” tattooed on Nick’s upper back and a small butterfly with “Mrs.Cannon” on Mariah.
Jordan Bratman and Christina Aguilera
Jordan and Christina were married November 19 2005 and as far as we know are still together until now. Christina wears the initial of her husband, B in Hebrew and “Te Amo siempre” translated in English, “I love you forever”
Russel Brand and Katy Perry
Katy Perry married Russel Brand in October of 2010 but rumors are rife that the marriage is on the rocks and divorce is in the air. They both have a Sanskrit tattoo on their right arm that says “Anuugacchati Pravaha” meaning “ go with the flow”
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Sun Tattoo Designs for Women
For first timers, or tattoo virgins, the sun tattoo design for girls is a great favorite. The symbolism and meaning of a star could account for its popularity plus the fact that it can be reduced to almost any size.
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Symbolism of the sun
Sun tattoo design for women symbolizes a male even as the moon is its female partner. It comes as no surprise to find a tattoo design where the sun unites with the moon signifying male and female balance. Sometimes the earth takes the place of the moon.
In the ancient times the sun was considered the heart of the universe and therefore symbolized supremacy and power. In some pagan religions, the sun is endowed with divinity and a symbol of authority and even of wealth and prosperity. In the modern times, the sun tattoo design for women is considered as a symbol of hope and a brighter tomorrow since it never fails to rise every morning, or a symbol of fertility maybe because of its role in making plants thrive and grow. Women, most especially, endow the sun with emotional symbolism such as a symbol of resilience, cycle of life and strength.
How a sun tattoo is designed
The sun tattoo design for women is most frequently drawn with a circle in the middle with rays emanating from the circle. The rays are either drawn with straight lines or with a kris - like shape. The shape of the rays is not given any meaning or symbol but it does add to the appeal of the design. the colors range from yellow to orange to red and even at times in black.
Location of a sun tattoo for women
A sun tattoo can be drawn in any part of a woman’s body. Since it is easy to diminish its size, a sun tattoo design for women can be inked in the ankles, the nape, the wrist, the shoulders, the arms and even in the lower back. But the sexiest location for a sun tattoo is a woman’s navel. It will look great as a standalone but would blend beautifully also with other designs.
Deciding on the Right Location of Your Tattoo
Before you even go to a tattoo parlor you should already have an idea where to have your tattoo. Deciding on the right location of your tattoo should be given serious consideration. Having a tattoo is an irreversible decision and when it is not in the right location you might regret it the rest of your life.
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The most immediate factors to consider in deciding on the right location of your tattoo are the pain involved, cost and size of the tattoo. There are some parts of your body where you will feel pain more than in others. Do some research and find out which parts of your body are more sensitive to pain. This could save you a lot of discomfort. Having a tattoo on hard to reach parts of your body could be a little inconvenient and difficult locations for your tattoo and usually that will cost you more. The design and size of the tattoo should also be in proportion with the “size” of the body part where you will have it. A big dragon will surely be incongruous on your fingers or your ankles.
One very important consideration in deciding on the right location of your tattoo is its effect on your employment as well as future decisions. There are some employers who consider a tattoo not appropriate in the workplace. Having a tattoo on an exposed part of your body could cause you trouble with your boss. This holds true when you apply for future employment and could cause you a good job. Aging and weight loss or gain should also be a consideration. There are parts in your body that lose its resilience and flexibility as you age. A pretty looking flower tattoo now could look like a wilted bloom years later.
For women, future decisions such as getting pregnant should also be a consideration in deciding on the right location for your tattoo. A tattoo on your tummy will be deformed when you get pregnant and the skin on your stomach stretches. After your child is born, the tattoo won’t really get back to its former “beauty”, that you will be forever barred from wearing a bikini. Once you’ve gone through all the options, then deciding on the right location for your tattoo will be easy.
Unlikely Famous Men and Women with Tattoos
Tattooing is an old body art practiced by ancient civilizations all over the world. This practice of creating symbols and figures in a human body by introducing ink in the outer layer of the skin has seen a rebirth in the contemporary world and has been embraced by both men and women, famous and not so famous. But there are unlikely famous men and women that are known to have tattoos. Tattoos in the modern world are regarded as a sign of rebellion with some taboos attached to it. World leaders and respectable men in the world of politics, science and art such as Winston Churchill, John F. Kennedy, Jr., and George Schultz as well as women known to be sweet, innocent and “proper” such as Jessica Alba and Mandy Moore are the most unlikely famous men and women with tattoos.
Jessica Alba
Jessica Alba is considered one of the most beautiful American TV and movie personality, although regarded as a sex symbol she actually is a very “conventional” actress, and only one of the few who upholds a firm no-nudity clause in her contract.
Her having 4 tattoos in her body therefore, make her one of the most unlikely famous woman with tattoos. She has a bow tattooed on her lower back, a lotus flower on her right wrist, a ladybird and flower on her nape.
Mandy Moore
Mandy Moore’s image is that of a sweet and innocent singer and actress and one of the most unlikely women with a tattoo. In fact, according to Mandy the heart tattoo design on her toe is the limit of her rebellion.
Winston Churchill
Nobel Prize winner, a British statesman and politician who became a Prime Minister of the United Kingdom twice is another unlikely famous man with a tattoo. He has an anchor tattooed on his right arm.
John F. Kennedy Jr.
John F. Kennedy, Jr. son of former American President, John F. Kennedy, lawyer and magazine publisher who died in a plane crash in 1999 is a most unlikely famous man with a tattoo. But this former American socialite has two tattoos, a dagger on his right bicep and a Shamrock design on his foot.
George Schultz
An American statesman, economist and business man who served as US Secretary of State, Secretary of Treasury and Secretary of Labor is THE most unlikely famous man with a tattoo, but he did have one, a tiger, in the most unlikely place, in his buttocks. Photos Copyright of PR PHOTOS
Sexy Female Celebrity Tattoo Art
The popularity of tattoos is at record high, with most of the female celebrity stars boasting of tattoos from the neck all the way down to the ankles, from star tattoos to tribal tattoos and everything in between. They flaunt their tattoos with pride and it is with great pleasure to show them here:
Anna Kournikova Tattoos
The hot tribal tramp stamp tattoo on the lower back of the ex-tennis player Anna Kournikova, once voted as one of the world’s sexiest woman, adds allure to Anna’s sexy body.
Alyssa Milano Tattoos
Alyssa Milano who played the role of Phoebe Halliwell in the TV series “Charmed” gives more credence and spirituality to her mystical role with a rosary tattoo design on her back.
Beyonce Knowles Tattoos
Pop star Beyonce Knowles has a praying angel tattooed on her upper left thigh, proof of Beyonce’s playful nature, having a tattoo with religious connotation close to her private parts.
Christina Applegate Tattoos
With a pair of ankle tattoos on her slender ankles, Christina Applegate still flaunts her sex appeal even after years of marriage and children.
Carmen Electra Tattoos
Amazingly sexy, uber-gorgeous and spirited Carmen Electra has two, not one, tattoo on her very sexy body, an “Eleven XXII” tattoo on the underside of her left wrist and a fascinating letter “R” behind her left ear.
Christina Aguilera Tattoos
Christina Aguilera’s sexy “Xtina” tattoo on her alluring nape is a real beauty.
Drew Barrymore Tattoos
Drew Barrymore brags of several tattoos ( 6 all –in-all) on her lovely body – three angels holding a cross with, Jaid, her mother’s name, on her lower back, a butterfly below her navel, a floral design on the lower, left side of her tummy, another angel on the right side of her lower back, a cross with a vine on her right ankle and a moon on her right big toe.
Christina Milian Tattoos
Christina Milian with her little red star tattoo on her hip has the body and oomph to wear a bikini. Photos Copyright of PR PHOTOS
Rihanna’s Famous Tattoo Art
Rihanna is the girl from Barbados who has made her name in the world of music. She is a recognized success in her musical career; a famous pop princess which hit No 1 in the Billboards for “Umbrella”, her debut single. She is also a recognized fashion and hairstyle icon. Another thing that makes Rihanna all-the-rage are her tattoos. Her tattoos are consummate and unique, positioned in her body to get the utmost interest and attention. RiRi has 14 tattoos in different parts of her body from neck to toe. Check them out:
Star
Rihanna has a star tattoo in her left ear and a trail of stars from her neck down to her back that looks super lelegant and beautiful
Pisces Sign
Behind right ear is a Pisces tattoo which is barely discernible because it is almost always hidden by her hair
Script
On her neck is a script that reads “rebelled fleur”, French for rebellious flower.
on her chest the motto ”Never a failure, always a lesson”
an Arabic script which means “Freedom Is God” on her right ribcage
the word “ love” on her middle finger
“Shhh…” on her right index finger
“Henna Style Dragon Claw” on her right hand
”Sanskrit prayer begging for “Forgiveness, Truth, Repression, Calmness” on her hip
Roman numerals
The date in Roman numerals “XI-IV-LXXXVI” is the birth date of her beloved assistant, Melissa Forde tattooed on her left shoulder who also have the birth date of Rihanna tattooed on her body
Handgun
Rihanna flaunts a tattooed handgun on her left ribcage
Skull
A cute skull with a pink bow and crossed bone is tattooed above the ankles of Rihanna.
Musical Note
Rihanna’s passion for music is expressed by a musical note tattooed on her ankle
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Why Some Tattoo Artists Say No to Tattooing, Hands, Feet and Faces
If you want a tattoo on your hand, foot and most especially your face, you might find it quite difficult to find a tattoo artist to do it for you. Some tattoo studios and artists refuse to do tattoos in these areas of the body. These tattoo studios and artists take up the burden of being the conscience of some green and reckless customers who want tattoos that may cause them some difficulties in the future.
In spite of the wide acceptance of tattoo these days, highly visible body art such as tattoos done on the face, hands and feet can still bring ridicule to the wearer or may even cause them to lose an employment possibility. If the tattoo artists or studios think that the customer wanting tattoo on these areas are not yet aware, or if they are aware, not yet prepared for this kind of onerous responsibility, they will refuse to do it even if it means losing a customer. Although it’s true that said customer can still get what they want by going to less conscientious tattoo artists, at least the guy who refused won’t have the burden of knowingly ruining a customer’s future or even their life.
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Reliable tattoo artists fully realized the true weight of sporting permanent art and want their customer’s to be pleased with the choice they make. It now becomes the duty of the tattoo artists to set the limit for their customer. Although, as mentioned these customers will always find some other tattoo artist to do it, but at least the customer will be forewarned and given a chance to rethink their decision. Face and hands are highly visible body parts that cannot be covered. Customers should realize that a tattoo is permanent and tattoos on these body parts can be a reason for being rejected for a job and there are still people who won’t “accept” a tattooed person in their midst, however popular tattoo art is.
For the hands and feet, most tattoo artist refuse to do a tattoo on these extremities, not so much for moral reasons but more about compromising the quality of their work. Reputable tattoo artists take pride in their art, when a customer leaves their tattoo studio, their name and reputation is on the line. Since hands and feet get the most amount of physical abuse more than any part of the body, maintaining the quality of tattoos on hands and feet could be rather difficult.
The Choice of a Tattoo Design
When you get yourself a tattoo, for sure you will be asked by both friends and strangers for its meaning. What they really want to know is what your tattoo design signifies or symbolizes, however simple or obvious the design is such as a flower or a star. Even in this modern times, when tattoo has become commonplace, most people still believe that tattoos are an expression of an inner self. This belief has a basis, since in ancient times and even in these days of modernity; every tattoo design carries with it a symbol or a sign. It could be some suggestion of an association, relationship, convention or a manifestation of character that a person wants to have such as a lion for courage.
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The meaning or symbol of a tattoo design can vary from culture to culture. A wolf design for example can denote fleetness and craftiness, audacity and fidelity, a trainer figure or a spiritual leader, a creator persona or a shape-shifter who assists mediums. In Little Red Riding Hood, the wolf plays the part of the baddie and in the Bible, the wolf referred to by the Good Shepherd has an allusion to the devil or Satan. So hinging upon your own beliefs, a wolf may suggest good or bad, vice or virtue. What is important is what a wolf means to you personally.
Although a tattoo may look terrific on a celebrity you admire, it may not exactly be something that you really want marked on your body permanently or it does not really express the inner you. Choosing a tattoo design should involve your creativity and imagination and should at least be given some thought and consideration. The choice of a tattoo does not have to be a thorny or complicated decision but you must also know that some designs carry with it an enormous amount of baggage. Designs that should be avoided are those that are linked to hate, crime or radical groups. Tattoo designs that are sexually explicit or vulgar or that are ethnically insulting may cause you a lot of problems getting hired for a particular job.
Top 10 Tattoo Designs for Women
Daring modern women are very much into tattoo. It has become a way of expressing one’s originality and has become a form of personal statement. Tattoo on women is utterly sexy and alluring. Most designs favored by women are feminine and very womanly but there are also more daring women who go for more intricate designs such as tribal tattoos or even big designs like dragons. But there are designs most women prefer, here they are:
Butterfly tattoos
Butterfly is probably the most popular design that women love.
Tribal tattoos
Tribal tattoo designs are gaining a lot of popularity not only among men but also among women. They usually have these designs on their lower back.
Stars and other heavenly bodies such as zodiac signs
Another very popular tattoo design for women are stars and other heavenly bodies such as shooting stars and the moon. Stars are one of the oldest tattoo design and is considered a universal design and they can be big stars or small designs, designed in itself or combined with other designs. Zodiac signs signifying their birth are also a great favorite.
Flower tattoos
Flower tattoos are very feminine tattoo designs, thus the preference of women for such design. Most popular flower designs are daisies, roses, sunflowers, lilies and cherry blossom. All these flowers have their own symbolic meaning.
Fairy tattoos
Fairies, pixies and other whimsical creatures are also favorite tattoo designs of women. These fanciful beings are endowed with magical powers that could be their appeal to girls.
Heart tattoos
Heart tattoos are very old designs and the symbol of romance and love, thus its attractiveness to women.
Dragonfly tattoos
Although women are not very fond of insect designs, the case of a dragonfly belongs to the realm of fairies and butterflies.
Dolphin tattoos
Dolphins are a big favorite design for women since these mammals are also invested with whimsy, intelligence and imagination.