An overabundance of tats on a woman

[Emilia]

I'm wincing at how painful that might be! My inner thighs are suuuuuper sensitive.

Hm yes. It would be small but strategically placed

 

I'm definitely considering it.

[irc333]

Wow, this thread blossomed, lol.

 

Anyhow, being how I live in an area where there's a lot of places to go swimming, it gets disappointing when you're checkin' out a woman in a bikini...then she turns the other direction and you see a big "vine" or "angel wings" on her back.

 

Friend of mine is even more "not" into tats than I am....we were sitting at a booth at a restaurant. I see this very pretty woman in a little black dress come my direction. But my friend was facing the direction where he could see her walking away (past me).

 

He saw this sizeable tat on her shoulder blade.

 

There's just something that clashes there and becomes a turn off.

 

A woman can't get away with wearing backless evening gown that's for sure. Major fashion blunder.

[acrosstheuniverse]

A woman can't get away with wearing backless evening gown that's for sure. Major fashion blunder.

 

To some, sure, but you can't deny that not everyone feels about tattoos the way that you do. I love wearing a backless dress and my shoulder tattoo being on display. I'm proud to carry it, because what it means is infinitely more important to me than someone else's aesthetic tastes. I personally like the clash. I'm very slim, feminine, quite girly in most respects, I like the clash with my visible tattoos.

[pickflicker]

To some, sure, but you can't deny that not everyone feels about tattoos the way that you do. I love wearing a backless dress and my shoulder tattoo being on display. I'm proud to carry it, because what it means is infinitely more important to me than someone else's aesthetic tastes. I personally like the clash. I'm very slim, feminine, quite girly in most respects, I like the clash with my visible tattoos.

 

I agree. Not a fashion blunder at all. Tatts that the wearer had thought out, and made their own, are awesome. Be proud!

[somedude81]

The issues with big tattoos is that many men will be turned off by them, but have to grudgingly accept them on a woman they are interested in.

 

The number of men that think the tattoo is awesome is far fewer than the men that wish it was gone.

 

I'd say that odds are if a guy does not have any tattoos himself and you asked him if he likes your tattoo(s) he's going to lie to you and say that he does.

[acrosstheuniverse]

The issues with big tattoos is that many men will be turned off by them, but have to grudgingly accept them on a woman they are interested in.

 

The number of men that think the tattoo is awesome is far fewer than the men that wish it was gone.

 

I'd say that odds are if a guy does not have any tattoos himself and you asked him if he likes your tattoo(s) he's going to lie to you and say that he does.

 

Yeah I tend to presume that most people don't like tattoos on a partner, if they don't have them themselves. Maybe women tend to like them more on guys because of the whole 'bad boy' kinda thing but for sure I would expect the majority of men aren't hugely into really obvious statement tattoos on a female. Then again I often tend to hang out / date within more 'alternative' circles, primarily musicians, people into rock music. Most of my boyfriends have been long-hared tattooed guitar players. My ex had a huge 'ROCK 'N' ROLL' tattoo across his stomach in massive off-centred Gothic lettering, he was really embarrassed to show me because he got it done while concussed and thought it looks like crap but I loved it on him, sure it's cheesy but I liked the story behind it (there was more to it than that!) and I liked it because it was part of him and I loved him. Another ex had several tattoos, one of which was rather poorly done on his forearm and I loved that too because I loved him. Somehow it's often the imperfections we love about somebody and a crappy looking tattoo with a story behind it is quite endearing sometimes.

 

I've never asked anybody if they like mine or not, as it doesn't really matter to me. And even if he didn't well, they're not going anywhere so I'd presume it's a silent decision he'd have to make whether he likes me enough to put up with them or not. Most of my exes so far have come out without prompting and told me how sexy they think they are on me. I'm not the kind of person to get butthurt if someone doesn't like them, that's fine, they're not exactly super discrete and life would be boring if we all had the same tastes

Edited January 15, 2014 by acrosstheuniverse

[USMCHokie]

Yeah I tend to presume that most people don't like tattoos on a partner, if they don't have them themselves. Maybe women tend to like them more on guys because of the whole 'bad boy' kinda thing but for sure I would expect the majority of men aren't hugely into really obvious statement tattoos on a female.

 

I've never asked anybody if they like mine or not, as it doesn't really matter to me. And even if he didn't well, they're not going anywhere so I'd presume it's a silent decision he'd have to make whether he likes me enough to put up with them or not. Most of my exes so far have come out without prompting and told me how sexy they think they are on me. I'm not the kind of person to get butthurt if someone doesn't like them, that's fine, they're not exactly super discrete and life would be boring if we all had the same tastes

 

Additionally, men who don't have them may be turned off by women with tattoos because they may feel threatened that these women are in a way more "masculine" than them...or in other words, other guys might see these guys as less masculine because they have fewer tattoos than their girlfriends...

 

Just a thought...

[acrosstheuniverse]

Additionally, men who don't have them may be turned off by women with tattoos because they may feel threatened that these women are in a way more "masculine" than them...or in other words, other guys might see these guys as less masculine because they have fewer tattoos than their girlfriends...

 

Just a thought...

 

Yeah possible I guess. I would be a little turned off by anyone whose masculinity was threatened by some ink though. I bet there are even some guys who have tattoos but don't like them on a woman because they're into a certain old-style femininity or something too. I did date one guy who was from an ultra-conservative Asian background who said that he'd never dated anyone with tattoos or piercings before because he was a little scared but he was pleasantly surprised I'm so sweet and normal lol. I don't even look particularly intimidating!

 

There are definitely some very feminine tattoos out there too, though. I've seen some beautiful inkwork on women. The only thing I think with all this ultra-detailed artistic stuff is that when you age, it's going to look pretty awful, whereas with tattoos with meaning at least you'll still always be happy it's on you. I would get bored wearing the same clothes every day so I imagine I'd get bored wearing the exact same tattoo every day if it didn't have some deep emotional significance.

[georgieg]

Personally, a guy not having any tats is probably a deal-breaker for me. I've found that guys who don't have tattoos generally have personalities that are incompatible with mine. Not to say that I get along with every guy who has them, but I have yet to have any noticeable chemistry with a guy who has none.

 

I love tattoos. I have three relatively small ones, with plans for plenty more. Well-done, meaningful tattoos are gorgeous.

 

I met a girl this summer who had a full sleeve of poisonous and dangerous plants and insects and it was BEAUTIFUL. I had major tattoo envy over that one. Personally, I wouldn't do a full sleeve, but I have plans for a floral quarter sleeve on one arm to cover up an old tat I hate.

[somedude81]

Yeah I tend to presume that most people don't like tattoos on a partner, if they don't have them themselves. Maybe women tend to like them more on guys because of the whole 'bad boy' kinda thing but for sure I would expect the majority of men aren't hugely into really obvious statement tattoos on a female. Then again I often tend to hang out / date within more 'alternative' circles, primarily musicians, people into rock music. Most of my boyfriends have been long-hared tattooed guitar players. My ex had a huge 'ROCK 'N' ROLL' tattoo across his stomach in massive off-centred Gothic lettering, he was really embarrassed to show me because he got it done while concussed and thought it looks like crap but I loved it on him, sure it's cheesy but I liked the story behind it (there was more to it than that!) and I liked it because it was part of him and I loved him. Another ex had several tattoos, one of which was rather poorly done on his forearm and I loved that too because I loved him. Somehow it's often the imperfections we love about somebody and a crappy looking tattoo with a story behind it is quite endearing sometimes.

 

I've never asked anybody if they like mine or not, as it doesn't really matter to me. And even if he didn't well, they're not going anywhere so I'd presume it's a silent decision he'd have to make whether he likes me enough to put up with them or not. Most of my exes so far have come out without prompting and told me how sexy they think they are on me. I'm not the kind of person to get butthurt if someone doesn't like them, that's fine, they're not exactly super discrete and life would be boring if we all had the same tastes

You bring up a great example.

 

Mostly it's going to be the Rock n' Roll type guys who like tattoos on women. If that's the kind of guys that you are attracted to, then that's perfect.

[Salvatore85]

Wow, this thread blossomed, lol.

 

Anyhow, being how I live in an area where there's a lot of places to go swimming, it gets disappointing when you're checkin' out a woman in a bikini...then she turns the other direction and you see a big "vine" or "angel wings" on her back.

 

Friend of mine is even more "not" into tats than I am....we were sitting at a booth at a restaurant. I see this very pretty woman in a little black dress come my direction. But my friend was facing the direction where he could see her walking away (past me).

 

He saw this sizeable tat on her shoulder blade.

 

There's just something that clashes there and becomes a turn off.

 

A woman can't get away with wearing backless evening gown that's for sure. Major fashion blunder.

 

For me personally I don't understand this line of thinking? I mean a women is going to be beautiful with or without a tattoo, it doesn't change how I'd feel about her. I just think it's crazy that she could be perfect in every way but a tattoo would be a deal-breaker...

 

And if I were going to begrudgingly date a female who had a tattoo, I wouldn't do it at all. Don't just say you'll deal with it, date her because you want too. I couldn't imagine dating someone and forcing my self to deal with something I didn't like about them...

[Salvatore85]

You bring up a great example.

 

Mostly it's going to be the Rock n' Roll type guys who like tattoos on women. If that's the kind of guys that you are attracted to, then that's perfect.

 

Mostly maybe, but not always. I'm clean cut, dress well, great shape and I'm pretty straight edge but I really like women with tattoos. To me their is something elegant about a women with a gorgeous full sleeve or a tremendous back piece. Now mind you, I like women without them as well but I personally do not have a preference, I just like women lol.

[Haydn]

Got my daughters name on my shoulder. Thats raised some questions.

[MissUn-loved]

Nothing wrong with that in my opinion,

 

 

I have me daughters name on my shoulder as well, among others tattoos I feel are an expression of who you are and what you put represents you as a person. I love that you have your daughters names shows the world you have a woman in your life that you will love unconditionally so much so you have her name written in your skin until the end of time.

 

 

#teamtattoos

[CrystalCastles]

I don't have any tattoos, but I'd get the infinity sign at the base of my neck at the back, if I were to get one. I consider it to be one of the most beautiful symbols in mathematics. an artistic symbol.

 

I also think that tattoos don't make someone lower class or make them un-date-able. I think that tattoos can add to a person's beauty, as long as they are artistic and contribute to the person's body, rather than detract, such as your ex's name or facial tattoos.

 

I think people should be free to choose how they decorate themselves.

[Teraskas]

I actually read the title as 'An overabundance of tits on a woman' and wondered why you were complaining.

 

Thank god I wasn't the only one who missread that.

Was starting to think something's wrong with me lol. xD

 

On topic then: I don't mind women with tAts. (The bolded word too btw)

Imo, I can tolerate minor tats but not those who run the entire length from chest to legs for example.

That said, I have been considering getting a tat on my right shoulder.

More specifically the Galactic Empire symbol, but it's not on my immediate to do list atm.

[Shepp]

For me it comes down to the meaning of the tattoos I don't like meaningless tattoos.

I have two - a quote on the side of my arm and a native American Bear symbol on my shoulder blade.

There both very important ans specific for me the quotes for a friend who died and the bears meant to symbolise a protector and mean strength and leadership.

I'm getting a third one too, a small roman knight with my sons names underneath.

 

So it's not a case I don't like tattoos but to me it isn't a fashion accessory it's...branding, it's inking something into your skin because you believe in it! Well to me it is, and I guess that's what I'd look for in a girl, that the tattoos mean something to her.

 

My girlfriends got one on her wrist and one on her lower back. I quite like them so I'm not anti tattoos on girls by any stretch but the most important thing to me is the have a meaning.

 

That said if was with a girl who had a patten on her wrist for no reason at all it wouldn't be a dealbreaker.

 

I also think different people suit different tattoos, some people can work a tattoo and some just look like...idiots! Me included tbh, I think the ones I have look pretty good but I know I wouldn't suit a sleeve - I'd never shake the blonde hair, blue eyed, clean-cut, farm boy look and it'd be at odds to that.

I think some girls can just inherently work edgy better than others.

 

That said in general a real overabundance of tattoos on a girl (especially the tattoo and piercing look), it isn't really my thing, and It would also kind of give me the impression I'm not the kind of guy they were hoping to attract anyway!