Feminine Lower Back Tattoos

As tattoos have become more socially acceptable, more women are getting feminine lower back tattoos. The lower back is a very sexy part of the body to begin with, so adding some pretty body art only makes it more appealing.

Women's tattoos are growing in popularity since more female celebrities began sporting tattoos in public. It is not at all unusual to see teens wearing a tribal tattoo on the lower back.

Until about twenty years ago, tattooed women were considered to be odd or of questionable morals. We've come a long way, baby! Women have many designs to choose from and have total freedom to wear their ink on any body part they desire. A tattoo just above the waistband of low-rise jeans has become the body placement location of choice for many women.

Feminine lower back tattoos are sometimes affectionately referred to as "tramp stamps". This slang term surprised famous Orange County housewife Tamra Barney. She heard it for the first time in reference to her lower back tattoo at her 40th birthday party. If anyone uses this term with derogatory intent, you should assume that they have a personal problem and you may wish to discontinue listening to them.

Calling a lower back tattoo a "tramp stamp" is many women's way of thumbing their nose at antiquated attitudes about a woman's right to express herself. A tattoo on the lower back is a great way to show off your ink, or to let it subtly appear and disappear as you move.

There is no doubt that the lower back has become such a popular spot for women to wear tattoos that those seeking to be original are avoiding this part of the body. However, if you have a lower back tattoo, or are considering getting one there, you are in good company. Some famous people that have lower back tattoos are:

• Angelina Jolie—this good Samaritan has a tiger and a dragon on her lower back.

• Victoria Beckham—has a star for each family member.

• Eva Longoria—wears a Celtic Cross on the small of her back.

• Brandy—has chosen the lotus flower for her lower back tattoo.

Lower back butterfly

Picking out a pretty or elegant design for your lower back tattoo should be relatively easy. There are many designs geared towards women in all body art genres. From Western Style Tattoos to tribal designs, motifs geared toward women are everywhere.

Some of the more popular elements that women select for their lower back tattoos are:

• Flowers—floral designs are beautiful and can add significance to a tattoo, such as the lotus flower which means "rebirth" or "victory".

• Hearts—this symbol of life and love is a popular tattoo design, regardless of body placement.

• Butterflies—delicate and free, the butterfly can symbolize quiet independence and natural beauty.

• Fairies—who doesn't love these magical little ladies with their joyful spirits?

• Angels—celestial beings who represent beauty and strength make a beautiful tattoo.

• Stars—light, magic and mystery are all attributes given to this design element.

There are other themes that you may wish to consider that are not seen as often. A good artist can take nearly any motif and make it "girly". So if you want a tattoo design that is not traditionally feminine but you wish for it to reflect your femininity, talk to the artist about adding some softer elements to the design.

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