Virgo Tattoos

If you need ideas for Virgo tattoos, you're in luck. This zodiac sign is associated with plenty of elements that can make very interesting and attractive tats.

Virgo is actually a fascinating sign. People born to it typically have great intelligence and a stronger than usual ability to reason their way through any situation. However, as logical as Virgos can be, they often find it harder to deal with emotions, and sometimes cover up what they're really thinking.

So, given the fact that Virgos don't exactly like to wear their thoughts and emotions on their sleeves, choosing designs for Virgo tattoos may take a bit more work. Here is some more information about this sign that can be used to create original zodiac tattoo artwork.

Virgo is commonly known as the virgin. Since virgin symbolism figures so strongly in this zodiac sign, it's definitely a great idea to use for Virgo tattoos. Virgins are mainly portrayed as young women, and classic Virgo symbolism depicts the virgin dressed in Roman robes. You can design a tattoo around this basic concept, or you can put your own spin on it. How about a virgin bathing in placid waters? Perhaps your virgin has coaxed the mythical unicorn to lay it's head in her lap. There are a number of variations you can come up with for a virgin theme.

If you're concerned about having a virgin inked on your body if you're no longer a virgin yourself, don't be. Virginity isn't strictly about sex. Perhaps you've never been in love. Maybe you've never done something else you dream of doing, but haven't had the courage or opportunity to do it. The virgin can be a symbol of your secret dreams, and no one needs to know what she stands for except you.

The glyph symbol for Virgo is a great one. I looks a bit like a cursive "M", but the last arm curls around itself and back down like a tail. The glyph can be used to ink some impressive Virgo tattoos by itself, but it looks especially good as part of a tribal style tattoo. Think about placing a tat like this as an upper arm band or back tattoo.

Every zodiac sign is associated with certain flowers and plants. Virgo's flowers include:

• Asters
• Chrysanthemums
• Pansies
• Ivy
• Ferns

You might decide to use a cluster of these flowers and foliage plants to represent your zodiac sign. You might also choose to have your virgin hold a bunch in her arms or lay in a field of blooms as part of a half sleeve tattoo design. Vines of ivy look fantastic trailing around a wrist or ankle. Just let your imagination wander and see what you come up with.

Mercury is Virgo's ruling planet, and influences the way Virgos express themselves, and tattoos are all about expression. As far as Virgo tattoos go, you might choose to have an actual depiction of the planet inked, but since Mercury isn't as distinctive as planets like Saturn or Mars, it might be better to use Mercury's glyph. This looks a bit like a stick figure. Picture a circle with two horns connected to a plus sign as a body. It's kind of sassy and cute at the same time. Of course, a good tattoo artist can make this glyph appear more masculine if that's the look you prefer.

Blue is the color most often associated with Virgo, although brown and green are close contenders. You might want to keep these colors in mind when choosing the ink for your tattoo design. If you choose to use the virgin design, consider inking her robes in blue or giving her flowing brown hair. Green is naturally incorporated into any zodiac flower design.

Do you have some ideas for Virgo tattoos you'd like to share? Leave them in the comments box below.

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