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Flower and Vine Tattoo Designs
Ideas For Trendy Tattoos
By Peter Brat
Flower and vine tattoo designs can be both edgy and delicate depending on the person sporting it and how the artist tattooed it. This is a favorite combination among girls and women alike because of its versatility plus the trendy and stylish image it can add to one's personality.
Flowers and vine tattoos look good on almost any part of the body. They can be executed in any size, length, shape, or color combination depending on the placement that one chooses. The most popular style done for this type of tat theme is the tribal bracelet type usually wrapped around the ankle, wrist or arms.
Of course, you do not always have to confined yourself on what's known as the normal trend. It would be better if you can come up with an original and unique style of your own. Here are some suggestions where you can draw up some ideas:
*A creeping vine combined with a flower of your choice that starts at the ankle and works its way up the calf
*A large vine blended with yourfavorite flower that starts from your hip area all the way to your rib cage.
*A small vine and flower combination inked symmetrically on top of your foot .
*A vine and flower tattooed horizontally on your lower stomach
These are just some great ideas to inspire you. You can Google photos online to and you'll find everything from full body flower and vine tattoos to simple floral vines that encircle wrists. Once you have an idea in mind, you can ask the help of your tattoo artist and he can always do a freehand or custom design for you.
Sunday, September 20, 2009
The Meaning of Lotus Flower Tattoo
Lotus flowers are amazing and have strong symbolic ties to many Asian religions especially throughout India. The lotus flower starts as a small flower down at the bottom of a pond in the mud and muck. Once it come to the surface of the water the lotus flower begins to blossom and turn into a beautiful flower.
Within Hinduism and Buddhism the lotus flower has become a symbol for awakening to the spiritual reality of life. The meaning varies slightly between the two religions of course but essentially both religious traditions place importance on the lotus flower.
In modern times the meaning of a lotus flower tattoo ties into it's religious symbolism and meaning. Most tattoo enthusiast feel that the a lotus tattoo represent life in general. As the lotus flower grows up from the mud into a object of great beauty people also grow and change into something more beautiful (hopefully!). Lotus flower tattoos are also popular for people who have gone through a hard time and are now coming out of it. Lotus flower and peonies are also two flowers that are very popular among Japanese tattoo artists and they make a great compliment to Koi Fish tattoos. The Koi fish is a symbol typically for strength and individualism.
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Top 5 Flower Tattoos That Women Love
The art of tattooing is becoming more and more popular as the years pass. Nowadays, not only men get tattoos, women now have increased interest in this form of body art. And with the rise in the number of tattooed women, comes the rise in popularity of flower tattoos. Generally, a flower tattoo design represents nature and life, but a certain kind of flower can have a more specific meaning. Furthermore, a different color can symbolize a different thing. Here's a list of top 5 flower tattoo designs that women love:
1. Rose - This generally symbolizes love and romance, but its meaning may differ depending on the color. For example, a red rose may mean love, courage and passion; a white rose represents purity and spirituality; a yellow rose could mean freedom.
2. Lotus - Regarded as a sacred flower in many religions, the lotus tattoo design symbolizes truth, enlightenment, purity, and even feminine beauty.
3. Hibiscus - The hibiscus flower itself means delicate beauty. Women who have this design for their tattoo certainly want to show their charm, exquisiteness and elegance.
4. Lily - A white lily tattoo can be taken to mean a lot of different things. It signifies virginity and purity, peace, harmony, and abundance.
5. Cherry Blossom - The cherry blossom is full of symbolic meaning, especially in the Japanese and Chinese cultures. This typically represents feminine beauty and grace, the transience of life, and power.
Sure, these types of flowers are beautiful designs anybody can opt to have for a tattoo. But remember that it's important to thoroughly understand the symbolism behind the flower tattoo design that you choose. Make sure it reflects your personality and it shows exactly what you want it to.