Tattoos on women - upper arms

[karen_moomin]

Just curious what general thoughts are on tats on ladies upper arms. I think they can look naff, but am considering having one there with a design I've been working on in my head.

Without going into the reason behind it (just trust me, it's meaningful) I'm thinking of something perhaps 2 inches in a vaguely triangular shape, tribally with three marbles strategically placed.

I want it on show, and am drawn to my upper arm (already got one on my shoulder on the other side).

Would love your comments on if you think the placing of upper arm would look poo or not.

[Flip]

Is it going on the opposite shoulder then?

[Paivi]

I'm no doubt old-fashioned, but I don't like tattoos on women at all. Not that much on men either, certainly not to the extent of David Beckham.
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[WildGoose]

I agree with the wallpaper sentiment about most tattoos.

Whether they suit or not is very much down to the individual, i'm not against tattoos on women in particular though. Some I very much approve of

Unless they are just ill thought out tramp stamps, done because 'everyone else has them'. Having said that, there is a reason they are popular, and they probably do what they are designed to.
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[chris-red]

You can't say weather a tattoo on my X will look good.


Tattoos can look awesome or shit, it has nothing to do where they are or who they are on. It is about opinion, design and the skill of the artwork.
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[Visitor Q]

Aslong as you never go anywhere near the boobs.

Boobs are sacred.

The girl the other night had a giant playboy bunny on her arse... Couldn't really see the appeal I'll be honest

To be honest, I've yet to see a tattoo add anything to a girl. Usually they detract. And since the shoulder/clavicle/upper arm is as much a part of feminity as the curve of arse/boob/waist, I would certainly take care.

Anyway, aren't you with someone? Surely it's their opinion that counts, not a bunch of randoms on the web.
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[J0Al1]

The design is always going to be debatable, I would not worry what others think.

The location is fine and probably one of the more sensible places to have one. Tats on tits always look trashy (IMHO).

Generally tattoos on ladies look fine when wearing casuals. I like mine with with a black racer back top. BUT, I really dislike it when I wear smart outfits/dresses, it looks bad! I had to find a dress for a wedding that covered it and I can't really wear the little vest tops I used ot wear to work, not without a little cardi over the top.

As for the tramp stamp - SHUT IT . Had mine done years before that douche came out! It's a great place for a tattoo, easily covered and can flatter lady curves .

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[Bendy]

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[Irezumi aka Reuben]

If you are just posting the question out of curiosity then they can look fine, although I may be biased as I have a bodysuit and my sister two sleeves and various others.

My concern is that if you are worried about what the tattoo will look like to other people then are you sure you want to get it in a visible place?

Even women with bodysuits can look good to me, depends on the quality, style and woman though.

[Visitor Q]

[flat spot]

Chav girls with tacky tatts looks shit.

Now these chicks look awesome with tattoos... https://suicidegirls.com/

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[karen_moomin]

Thanks for the comments

I'm not worried about what other people will think, that is the wrong word. I just like to do my research before I do something that I'm stuck with forever, and I value the opinions of others. I like to think that I won't look like a chav but if the general view is that it's chavvy then yes I will rethink it. I am simply interested in other peoples' stereotypes, perceptions and first impressions.

I agree with chris-red about it being the design and the artwork that makes a tattoo. Obviously not everyone in the world likes tattoos and I'm more bothered about me liking the design than anyone else.

I waited 5 years to get my other tat done to make sure I was sure, and I don't regret it. I'm not willing to wait another 5 years though (although I will wait until I'm 100% sure of the design).

I'll post pics as and when

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[pickled]

I had one done on my back, to the left side just on my hip, was about 13 (cough) years ago now, I still love it, I wouldnt have wanted it somewhere too visable but thats personal preference I suppose?
it is a pain half dropping my jeans when someone wants to see it properly though

[Luke_Retrofly]

Tattos + Bingo wings = fail

[yambabe]

I think theye're mostly cheap, tacky and sad.

BUT.

I've got one on each arm and haven't regretted them for a nanosecond.

Go figure!
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[ClaireBear]

I think some tattoos can look nice, but I wouldnt get one myself, may sound strange but they are too permanent for me lol

[Clanger]

I struggle with the whole tattoo thing. I don't really like them, yet I have one myself (but I did think looooong and hard about what and where), and I frequently design them for friends, and other people who are willing to pay for a personal design.

I often think women with tats on their upper arms / shoulders / across their lower backs look so tacky...yet have friends with shoulders / sleeves done which look amazing.

I'm so fickle about the subject altogether!!!
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