It’s tough being straight-laced. People expect things from those that “have it together”. If you’re not acting a certain way, dressing a certain way, walking and talking a certain way, people start to think something is wrong. Small tattoo designs can be your private call for freedom, your hidden rebel, an expression of the life inside your three-piece button-down suit.
An ancient form of self-expression, tattoos have marked mankind for ages. We have used them for many purposes, from medicine to advertising someone’s social status. No matter what the reason, one thing has never changed about tattoos. Something happens when needle and ink first touch skin; in a single moment, it changes you permanently.
Although tattoos have been around for over 5,000 years and are a historical part of just about every society, there is still a stigma attached. A Fortune 500 CEO just doesn’t have a tattoo; it’s unthinkable. So how do you maintain your appearance and still express your rebel with ink?
Location, Location, Location
If you’re planning on getting inked, but don’t want to advertise it to everyone you meet, you should really think about where you get your tattoo. Different clothing covers different amounts of skin; for example, small tattoo designs on the shoulder might be covered by a t- shirt, but don’t go sleeveless if you don’t want your ink to be seen.
Size Matters
You really don’t want to be in the middle of a business meeting and have a possible client see a snake slithering out from under your collar. Pay attention to the size of your tattoo and any possible background art. If pieces are going to be poking out of your clothing, you should consider a smaller design or think about getting the tattoo somewhere else.
Peekaboo, I See You
This is also known as the “accidental discovery”. It happens when you wear clothing that might be seen through, or might shift the wrong way when you lean over. Remember, very dark or colorful tattoos will show through most white shirts. And girls, that sexy, shear number may give you away earlier than you expected.
The Drunken Sailor
Tattoos are a lot like people; getting them seems a much better idea when drunk. Avoid this mistake at all costs. The tattoo you get might seem a lot less cool when you sober up, and it might be on your forehead. Try explaining that to your boss.
In 2002, it was estimated that 1 in 8 Americans, about 40 million people, had tattoos. That number grows daily as more people take the leap. If you are thinking about getting inked and this is your first tattoo, consider starting small. Even with a small tattoo, designs can vary greatly. It’s not necessary to start with a full body tattoo to get your point across.
Whatever you choose, make it yours. Don’t get a tattoo because of peer pressure or as an afterthought. It’s important, it’s permanent; make it worth it.
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