15 Meaningful Feminine Tattoo Ideas
Tattoos have a power and magic all their own. They decorate the body but they also enhance the soull – Michelle Delio.
A
tattoo design can be a simple artwork, symbols, letters, sketches or
different caricature. Tattoos can be black and white and they can also
have different colors. People bring their own designs or they can also
work with the tattoo artists to work on the design of their tattoo. It
is very important to think about the design and location of the tattoo.
Consulting a tattoo artist for this can result out to be very helpful as
the artist can also help decide on color schemes that will determine
the price of the final art.
Below are some amazing tattoo designs that carry meanings and are worth getting inked:
1) Rose with thorns
A
rose is one of the most recognised flower in the entire world. It is
considered as a symbol of balance, love, beauty, timelessness, devotion,
passion and protection. A rose with a thorn on the other hand
symbolises love that is unattainable and also people who think that are
cautious in romantic relationships relate to a rose with thorns.
Most preferred place: Back, nape, forearms, center chest.
2) Leaves on a branch
Symbols
can portray something good and something bad. Leafs in general can
symbolise a lot of things like life, change, rebirth, new beginnings,
happiness, struggles, trials and death. It can be a sinngle leaf or a
group.
Most preferred places: Arms, side breasts, ankles, hands, shoulder
3) Whale tattoo
The
seas was conquered by whales long before humans captured it. These
gentle giants are a source of huge inspiration and providers of
nourishment. Humanity first fell in love with whales the nanosecond we
heard their siren songs and saw them magnificently rise from the unknown
depths. Whales are also seen as emblems of our emotions and our
subconscious being, thanks to the fact that they are creatures of the
natural element, Water. Whale Tattoos are great way to show the world
that you are at peace with life in general.
Most preferred place: Thigh, forearms, calves
4) Your Favorite quote or words
In picture the woman got inked with a quote “Die with memories, not dreams“.
This
tattoo has a really big meaning, it's the way you see the world, the
life, it's a "Live fast, die young", it's a "carpe diem" it's a "make
the most of every single day of your life". So when you are old, sitting
in your house, remember all the things, all the goals, all the dreams
you made real. Travel, meet people, live a lot of experiences and
discover that life has a lot of things to be lived for. The best place
to get this inked is either on your arm or your wrist.
You
can get any quote that you like and has a great impact in your life or
you can go for just words that have an impact on your life.
Most preferred places: forearms, shoulders, inner side of biceps.
5) Lord Shiva Tattoo
The
Trishula is the three-pronged weapon and emblem of Shiva, the Hindu god
of destruction. Also spelled, ‘trishul’ or ‘trisula’, it comes from the
Sanskrit language where tri means ‘three’ and shula means ‘spear’. The
Trishula has come to symbolize several important ‘triplets’. First,
there is the Hindu trinity of deities – Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. It
also stands for the aspects and powers associated with these gods —
Creation, Preservation and Destruction.
Most preferred places: Back, shoulder calves
6) Dragonfly
People
get tattoos because there is a symbolism behind it. The dragonfly
tattoo is yet another tattoo with a lot of meaning and depth. The
dragonfly has so many different elements to it such as the fact that it
is both a water and an air insect, it is multi-colored. The water aspect
of the dragonfly brings the connotation of spirituality and the
unconscious mind. The most attractive place to get this tattoo is on
your nape or on your shoulder.
Most preferred places: wrist, back, chest, forearms
7) Arrow tattoo
Based
originally on the American tribal life these arrow tattoos represent
peace and defense or protection from harm. It also stands for a positive
transition in one’s life- or more generally for moving forward. People
usually get these tattoos on their wrists or on their backs.
Most preferred places: wrist, fingers, along the spine, forearms
8) Sun and moon tattoo (Duality)
Sun
and moon tattoos can represent body art. It also represents merging of
two completely opposites. It portrays unity, cooperation instead of
conflict. They are seen in a plethora of styles; ranging from realistic,
fantasy, overstated, cartoonish, in action, in a design that resembles
Yin Yang and separate from each other yet close together. People
sometimes prefer getting them on different hands too.
Most preferred places: wrist, neck, nape, shoulder
9) Feather tattoo
Feather tattoo
symbolise different characters like truth, courage, bravery freedom and
travel. The feather tattoo looks ideal for both men ad women if they
get it inked at a place that is fairly visible like their wrist or arm
or nape.
Most preferred places: wrist, ankle, side boobs
10) Phases of Moon
A
tattoo with phases of moon describes the entire circle of life,
rebirth, immortality. These phases of moon are symbolised with waxing,
waning and the the full moon. A lot f people prefer getting this tattoo
on their backs or on their arms where it is completely visible.
Most preferred place: Along the spine, upper back, arms
11) Buddhist knot with Mantras
The
Endless Knot is one of the Eight Auspicious Symbols in Buddhism, and
one of the most popular symbols in Tibetan Buddhism. Also referred to as
the 'Mystic Dragon', it symbolizes the infinite wisdom and compassion
of the Buddha for all sentient beings. People get it inked on their
backs, chest or nape or fingers.
Most preferred place: Upper back, chest, forearm, wrist, shoulder
12) Anchor tattoo
The
anchor tattoo symbolises security, stability, and being grounded. It is
a symbol that determines that a person is in tune with themselves and
can hold on to the values that they believe in. people usually get these
anchor tattoos on their ankles. Along with an infinty sign it also
signifies to always hold our groud and stay strong.
Most preferred place: wrist, forearm, ankle
13) Bird
Bird's ability to fly are a great way to represent how free spirited are you and your abilty to reach great heights.
In picture: A beautiful colored hummingbird on a woman's biceps.
Most preferred place: wrist, upper chest, forearms, shoulder
14) Unalome
The
Unalome is originally a hindu symbol that graphically recalls Shiva´s
third eye and it represents wisdom and the path to perfection.
This
artistic design can be combined with number of other designs like a
semicolon tattoo, a lotus, Budha or some sort of symbol that you prefer
or really like.
Most preferred place: wrist, forearms, lower back, calves
15) Portraits (unisex)
Portraits
are a great way to have a one of a kind tattoo and that too which is
very personal to you. You can opt for a dog portrait, family member like
a new born child or even a celebrity that you admire and look up to.
A good portrait tattoo artist wont come cheap but I can promise you they are worth every bit of what they charge.
Most preferred place: Chest, forearm, shoulder
