Women's tattoos. Photo and meaning: inscriptions on the arm, leg, wrist, back, abdomen, shoulder blade, in other places

Modern women's tattoos are colorful and diverse. The photo offers a variety of options. To choose a tattoo, you need to get acquainted with their meaning and semantic load in order to choose "your" sketch.

Insects

The imagination of ancient people endowed insects with supernatural powers.

Insects retain their symbolism even now.

• Butterfly - for sophisticated and romantic natures. A symbol of carefree joy, femininity, sensual beauty. The ancients associated it with the upper, bright world, hence the symbolism of freedom, flight upward. Can mark important life milestones: wedding, baby, etc.
• Dragonfly the ancient Slavs attributed it to the lower world, its elusiveness caused rather a negative attitude, associated with dark forces. But today the dragonfly symbolizes impetuosity, whirlwind, indomitability, which attracts active girls who are inclined to take risks.
• ladybug since ancient times it has been a talisman associated with the upper world. It symbolizes good luck (especially when combined with clover), goodness, love. A bright bug will suit kind, positive-minded women who have inner harmony.

  

• Scorpio - a carrier of contradictory symbols. Ancient beliefs associate its sting with danger, betrayal, revenge and even death. At the same time, he became a symbol of self-sacrifice, justice, fortitude. A modern tattoo serves as a talisman - the scorpion does not threaten its owner, but his enemies.

Animals

In the form of female tattoos, images of animals are often embodied (as evidenced by numerous photos). The origins of this phenomenon are rooted in the past, as sacred animals have been an obligatory part of any religion since ancient times.

But the current interpretation of their meanings and images can seriously differ from the traditional one.

• Wolf - the personification of natural strength, aggression, perseverance, loyalty. Initially, the male symbol today was also appreciated by determined, strong-willed women. It is important how the wolf is depicted. A running (jumping) wolf is an analogy with overcoming obstacles. A howling wolf is a symbol of loneliness, a wolf's grin denotes ferocity and strength, the image of a werewolf hints at the mystery of its owner. But the she-wolf is a symbol of family love and devotion.  
• Cat. Graceful, independent and cunning creature is one of the favorite female tattoos. This is a choice of sophisticated women, independent and mysterious natures. The cat is also a symbol of speed and agility, and kittens emphasize the playfulness of character.
• Fox - first of all, a symbol of cunning, cunning, wit. But not only. The seductive playfulness and grace of the chanterelle made her a recognized symbol of sexuality, which is why this image is so popular among girls. She is also associated with ambition, wealth and procreation.
• a lion - power and nobility. The king of beasts shares with the owner of the tattoo the charisma of proud strength, as well as wisdom and discernment. This drawing is not for weak personalities. The tattoo is designed for confident women with a strong character.Perhaps a more suitable choice would be a lioness - the embodiment of motherhood, family values ​​and a willingness to protect her family.
• Panther - the combination of predatory power and graceful beauty made her a totem for many ancient peoples. And today she remains a symbol of strength, courage, confidence. At the same time, she personifies tender motherly love and protection - this is a cat, albeit a big one. It is worth remembering about the rejection of any boundaries and prohibitions with which the image of a panther is associated.
• Dolphin - the embodiment of positive and good. His tattoo speaks of the friendliness and kind heart of the owner, but it can also symbolize material wealth. The dolphin is often included in compositions with other symbols of the sea.

Birds

Women's tattoos (photos and their meaning are often found in the descriptions of tattoo artists) are in the form of birds. The general symbolism of birds is lightness and freedom, creative inspiration and flight of thought.

Each bird has its own additional semantic load.

• Raven Is an iconic bird in the beliefs of all peoples. You can be afraid or admire him, but he will not leave anyone indifferent. Among the Slavs, the raven is a gloomy symbol, a synonym for evil, darkness, chaos. But at the same time it is an ancient sign of wisdom and honor. This is an indispensable tattoo for representatives of the Gothic subculture or the occult.
• Owl also associated with darkness at night, but there is much less negative in this image. This is a choice of balanced natures who want to emphasize insight, spirituality, and discretion. The image of an owl can be a hint of some secret or special ability.
• Hummingbird simply created to decorate fragile, graceful girls. But her image carries a serious semantic load. According to the beliefs of the Indians, it is a symbol of energy, impetuosity, elusiveness. At the same time, it is a symbol of love and sexuality. The hummingbird is ideal for tattoos of life-loving optimists who know how to enjoy life, despite the difficulties.
• Swallow - a recognized amulet. This graceful silhouette brings good luck to the owner and attracts goodness. The symbol of speed and freedom will suit young girls.
• Pen. Bird feathers are very popular. These are symbols of flight, spiritual rebirth, lightness. Suitable for creative, sensitive, even timid natures.

Heavenly bodies

Cosmic symbols attract both romantics and people with a philosophical mindset:

• The sun an unconditional symbol of life for all peoples, its center and source. His image is chosen by those who are looking for wisdom, hidden knowledge, want to join cosmic forces.
• Moon (month) no less significant, but much more mysterious. A symbol of peace and eternal radiance. This is a tattoo for unpredictable women who want to emphasize their fickleness and mystery. The combination of the moon and the sun in one drawing means the harmony of the male and female universe.
• Star always symbolizes space, but the number of rays is of great importance. The five-pointed star adopted in paganism is a talisman against the evil eye. Six rays symbolize divine power. To lure luck, seven rays are drawn. The eight-pointed star is associated with abundance. The star with nine rays attracts stability.

Flowers and Plants

Among the most popular tattoos for women are delicate floral motifs. Photos of such tattoos are captivating with beauty and grace.

But for the correct choice of plants, you need to know their values.

• Lily - a synonym for girlish purity and innocence. It is also a symbol of glory and nobility, depicted even on the royal arms. Harmony, serenity, fertility, tenderness are also the meaning of the lily. This is a flower for delicate, fragile, extraordinary women.
• Lotus associated with the East, and, therefore, with contemplation, wise calm, spirituality.The image of a lotus in women symbolizes both femininity and strength, tenderness and firmness, as well as purity, fertility, and perfection. It is chosen by people inclined to self-knowledge and self-improvement.
• Rose flower. The luxury of this flower has always been a symbol of love and passion. The symbol is ambiguous - the bud symbolizes glory, leaves - joy, thorns - sadness. Cheerful natures choose a red tattoo. Melancholic people who love to be sad will prefer a black rose.
• Sakura, whose delicate beauty can only be enjoyed a few days a year, symbolizes the sad fleetingness of life. But it is also beauty, tenderness, innocence, youth.
• Pion originally a male symbol. But the magnificent beauty of the flower also attracted female attention, especially since it is considered a sign of the Virgin Mary. The symbolism of the peony is very extensive. It is stuffed as a sign of a successful marriage and family well-being, female wisdom, attractiveness and power over a man. The peony is considered a talisman against evil forces. In Chinese culture, he bestows the favor of the higher powers.
• Clover consists of four petals, each of which is endowed with its own attribute: health, love, wealth, glory. Composition of clover and rose - love. But the combination with a violet is a sign of sadness.

Inscriptions and hieroglyphs

Women's tattoos (photos and their meaning can be asked from the tattoo artist) in the form of inscriptions in different languages ​​are very common.

• Lettering... These can be quotes, catch phrases, aphorisms, etc. The text can be minimal: some significant figures for the owner, dates, names. It can be complemented with a picture. Any meaning, the choice of the owner of the tattoo. Latin is popular, but you can choose any language. With inscriptions in an unfamiliar language, you should be extremely careful so as not to get into a stupid position due to a ridiculous mistake.
• Hieroglyphs require special attention, it is easy to make mistakes in them, distorting the meaning. In addition, one hieroglyph can have several meanings. The popularity of Japanese and Chinese characters is due to the successful combination of beauty and meaning.

Signs

• The Infinity symbol carries a serious semantic load. He talks about the denial of boundaries and prohibitions, about constant development and incessant movement. This sign personifies everything eternal, the desire to live without prohibitions and restrictions. It is suitable for energetic people striving for spiritual growth.
• Yin and Yang - oriental symbol of harmony and unity of two opposite principles. It is believed that it protects its owner, helping to restore strength, maintain internal balance and find the optimal solution to problems.
• Crosses - a symbol of indestructible faith, spirituality, atonement for sins, memory. Interesting is the Celtic cross, which unites the Christian cross and the pagan sun and symbolizes the unity of soul, mind and body. Such tattoos are the choice of religious women.
• Zodiac signs in women's tattoos, they speak about the character of the owner according to the horoscope. Often these signs are accompanied by the image of the elements, flowers, text, which gives the tattoo an additional meaning.
• A heart - his image speaks of love. The additions are important here. Drawing a heart in a composition with wings speaks of the search for love. But the heart, split into halves, speaks of a sad experience.

Ornaments and patterns

Women's tattoos (photos and their meaning are searched for in catalogs of sketches) in the form of patterns conquer with sophistication and depth of meaning.

• Mandala - sacred drawings from the Buddhist and Hindu religions, which are a kind of geometric scheme of the Universe. They are complex and beautiful. Mandala protects its owner from evil forces.
• Indian patterns also differ in complexity. These can be images of deities, each of which has its own meaning (Lakshmi - luck, Sarasvati - wisdom, etc.). Plant-floral ornaments serve as amulets. The sacred sound “Om” written in Sanskrit is also a strong amulet.
• Slavic runes return from oblivion.The legacy of the Magi has deep meaning and energy. Rune Support will save the home, Molvinets will protect from damage, Overcome grass will save you from illness, the Star of Lada is a female amulet. Such tattoos attract women who are prone to mysticism, as well as seriously interested in history and cultural traditions.

Items

• Crown. A pretentious symbol for pretentious people. It symbolizes the desire for power, for freedom and independence, for a high position in society. This tattoo is for those who like to be the center of attention.
• Dreamcatcher. A mystical amulet of the American Indians. His web does not allow bad dreams and evil spirits to reach a person. The tattoo protects its owner, giving her a sense of security.
• Horseshoe has always been a symbol of good luck. This tattoo is chosen to lure happiness and material well-being.
• Arrow - it is not only impetuosity, but also the transience of life. The fiery arrow is a symbol of rebelliousness and passion, the choice of passionate extraordinary natures.
• Anchor means salvation, hope, support. It is chosen by those who value security and stability.

Characters

In women's tattoos, mythical and fairytale characters are popular, because their meaning is consonant with female romanticism.

Numerous photos, drawings, sketches allow you to choose exactly your character.

• Geisha. It is a symbol of femininity, meek character, beauty. Such tattoos are chosen by self-sufficient natures who value beauty.
• The Dragon in Western and Eastern cultures it is different both in appearance and in symbolic content. For Western culture, this scaly winged monster can only be evil. The eastern dragon, flying without wings, a huge serpent is far from unambiguous, it carries both good and evil. Yet most often it is the embodiment of the highest justice. The image of any dragon is associated with noble strength and power. But if the tattoo of the eastern dragon speaks of goodness and justice, then the image of the western dragon evokes thoughts of possible treachery.
• Phoenix - one of the most mysterious and attractive mythical creatures, a symbol of renewal and rebirth. His tattoo is famous as a strong amulet filled with the energy of the sun, replenishing the life energy of the owner.
• Angel (angel wings). The symbol of flight and freedom, sometimes speaks of the search for a heavenly protector. Most often, the tattoo is limited to the wings, but there are many who want to have a full image of an angel. The color of the wings is of great importance. Snow-white wings are suitable for highly moral, spiritually advanced natures. But black wings, associated with fallen angels, speak of the dark side of man.

Amphibians, reptiles and others

• Snake - an ancient symbol of life and death, wisdom and deceit at the same time. This symbol has an ambiguous energy, so the choice of such a tattoo should be taken with caution. The owner of such a tattoo claims to be cautious and respectful. The snake also symbolizes temptation and mystery.

  

• Frog... For this tattoo, a lot depends on the style of the tattoo. If this is a funny "cartoon" or a princess from a fairy tale (this style is now popular), then the tattoo speaks of the light and ironic nature of the hostess. But the frog can also have a serious meaning: it is a symbol of motherhood, family happiness, home comfort, and female wisdom.
• Lizard associated with speed, agility, elusiveness. A nimble lizard is very suitable for graceful dexterous girls with quick mind and logic (this is one of the meanings of a lizard).

Tattoos by location

It is important where the female tattoos are located. The choice depends on their meaning and size. Therefore, before applying, you should consider in detail the photo of the tattoo and consult with the master.It is necessary to take into account the size of the picture, features of the figure, possible age-related changes, the threshold of pain sensitivity.

For example, a tattoo is rarely applied to the palm of the hand. it is very painful and the tattoo quickly loses its definition.

• Wrist intended for small drawings. Typical drawings for the wrist - various stars, hearts, small flowers. Images of bracelets and chains are very appropriate, ornaments look spectacular. Tattoo texts look beautiful and original here. On the wrist, it is optimal to start the sleeve patterns going up the arm.
• Hand. Here, both small graceful tattoos on the forearm and solid picture sleeves are equally good. There are no restrictions on the subject of the drawing. Climbing plants, geometric patterns, abstract compositions look very impressive.
• Shoulder and forearm. An ideal place for a tattoo for summer open dresses. It is important that the tattoo is applied here almost painlessly, so you can create complex multicolored images. Flowers, iconic characters, birds, symbolic images look spectacular here. It is here that it is recommended to place the dreamcatcher amulet as close to the head as possible, where dreams appear.
• Leg. The choice of tattoo depends on the location. Shin tattoos are quite painful, so large compositions are not recommended here. But the elongated patterns visually lengthen the lower leg. Elegant bracelets, inscriptions, circular patterns located on the ankles are popular. A bold decision is a tattoo on the foot. These are stars, flowers, mandalas, etc. Tattoos that occupy both feet look interesting. This is ideal for women who are restricted by a strict dress code at work.
• Hip convenient for large and complex compositions of flowers, birds, ornaments, etc. You can arrange whole pictures. Small graceful tattoos also look spectacular: bows, butterflies, buds.
• Stomachdespite the large area, it is not recommended to fill with large drawings due to inevitable age-related changes. This is especially true for women who are prone to overweight. Small tattoos can be placed at the bottom. Sometimes they mask postoperative scars. The advantages of such tattoos are that they are hidden by clothing.
• Neck tattooed on the back or side. Small graceful designs look seductive and sexy. They can be easily masked with hair or clothing if necessary. Tattoo amulets are often located here.
• Back ideal for large compositions. It is here that angels, dragons, phoenixes "live". The drawing can occupy the entire back (dragon with wings spread) or one side (angel with folded wings). The pattern can begin on the neck and "flow" onto the spine. The inscriptions will look spectacular - across the entire back or only on one shoulder blade. It is not necessary to create large drawings. A graceful butterfly or geisha tattoo on the lower back looks sophisticated and sexy.
• Scapula very convenient for tattooing because of the mild pain. The classic solution is wings. But all other options are no less in demand, there are no restrictions here - neither by subject matter, nor by the size of the picture. Ideal place for symmetrical designs. It is also convenient that the shoulder blades are hidden by clothes, without contradicting even the most strict dress code.
• Small of the back differs in weak age-related deformity and the absence of a fat layer, so the tattoo will not be distorted over the years. It is customary to depict ornaments and patterns here. This is a good place for Slavic runes, because amulets should not be applied to open spaces.
• Intimate parts require caution, although the tattoo on them certainly looks seductive. You should not tattoo your chest, it is better to place the design above or below the chest. Tattoos on the buttocks are almost painless, so large tattoos can be done. It is important that it does not look vulgar and vulgar. Therefore, for intimate places they choose small graceful drawings.

The popularity of female tattoos is growing.But before choosing the drawings, you need to find out their meaning, see photos of possible options, choose a master with a good reputation, so that the tattoo becomes an effective addition to your appearance.

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