According to VEAN Tattoo, black sheep tattoos have become increasingly popular as “a powerful declaration of your individuality and nonconformity” – and honestly, I couldn’t agree more. Last month, I watched my friend Sarah finally get her minimalist black sheep silhouette behind her ear after years of feeling like the odd one out in her […]
Three years ago, I sat in a tattoo parlor for two hours, completely paralyzed by indecision. The artist was patient, but I could tell he was thinking, “Here’s another person who has no clue what they want permanently etched on their body.” That feeling of staring at endless design options while knowing you’re about to […]
The representation of mandalas goes back approximately 25,000 to 30,000 years, appearing in ancient rock drawings of Native Americans and South American Incas, making these sacred symbols some of humanity’s oldest spiritual art forms according to MyTattoo’s research on sacred geometry. Table of Contents The Brain Science Behind Your Mandala Obsession How Your Attachment Style […]
Look, we all know lions are badass. The “King of the Jungle” has been capturing our imagination for centuries, and there’s something undeniably powerful about permanently inking one on your body. But here’s the thing – getting a lion tattoo isn’t just about looking tough or following the latest Instagram trend. There’s way more going […]
I remember scrolling through tattoo galleries years ago, completely mesmerized by the flowing lines and deep symbolism of Japanese snake designs. According to Sunset Tattoo, “The snake (Hebi) in Irezumi holds deep meaning in Japanese culture and folklore. It is seen as a symbol for protection, transformation and rebirth.” That moment sparked my fascination with […]
Magnolia tattoos are having a major moment right now – and honestly, I totally get why. I remember walking past a magnolia tree in full bloom last spring and being completely mesmerized by the delicate petals and their quiet strength. According to Magnolia Tattoo Studio, search volume for these designs has increased by 45% in […]
Third eye tattoos have become really popular lately – I mean, everyone seems to be talking about them. According to Inkbox’s spiritual tattoo research, search volume has jumped 287% in the past year alone. I’ll be honest – when my friend Sarah first told me about wanting a third eye tattoo, I thought it might […]
Script tattoos have exploded in popularity, with text-based designs representing over 40% of all new tattoos in 2024 according to Vean Tattoo. Three years ago, I walked into my first tattoo consultation clutching a crumpled piece of paper with my grandmother’s handwritten apple pie recipe. The artist just smiled – she’d seen it all before. […]
Most people I’ve talked to who got hairline tattoos are pretty happy with their results. I’ll be honest, when my friend Jake first told me he was getting his scalp tattooed, I thought he’d completely lost it. But seeing him six months later? The guy looked like he’d gotten his confidence back. That’s what got […]
I’ll never forget the first time someone asked me if my spider web tattoo meant I’d been to prison. I was 22, working at a coffee shop, and this older customer just stared at my elbow and asked straight up. That’s when I realized I had no idea what I’d actually put on my body. […]
