A tattoo is a design inked on the outer layer of human skin with indelible ink and a needle.

Tattoos began centuries ago as religious symbols wielded by ancient tribal communities. The culture of tattooing one’s body is considered today as a popular body art; it is gaining popularity by leaps and bounds.

Most people want to get a tattoo on their body because they want to have something that they can relate to in a meaningful way; Besides tattoos, they provide a certain sense of attractiveness that adds to an individual’s personality.

There are many popular categories of tattoos, just as there are equally popular body parts that people want to wear tattoos on. Men choose different areas, while women go for those that not only help them flaunt their tattoos, but also increase aesthetic appeal and visibility.

The most popular tattoo areas for women are:

• Neck
• Arms
• Ear
• Shoulder
• Hand
• Finger
• Half sleeve
• Rib cage
• Leg
• Ankle

A quick analytical review of tattoo designs shows some that are more sought after and popular than others. The most important factor about tattoos is that it is “indelible”, which means that it is virtually impossible to remove and is likely to remain on the body forever. Of course, there are now some methods that involve painful tattoo removal procedures, but these could be tricky.

Although tattoo designs are constantly changing and new themes are introduced every day, some ‘classics’ have stood firm as favorites over time.

Some of the more popular designs are:

1. Butterfly: symbol of humanity’s innate desire to take flight and be free; also represents femininity, elegance and high spirit

2. Angels and fairies: signify love and purity, a belief in Christian teachings and a sign of devotion.

3. Heart: shows the romantic nature, symbol of love and affection.

4. Dragonfly: represents the free spirit of a woman and denotes compassion, courage, luck and wisdom along with a calm countenance.

5. Sun: popular as a religious and tribal symbol to denote distinctive character; Variations like the Celtic sun and the bright sun are very popular.

6. Star – individual or in a cluster, they are a symbol of good luck and wishes, they also denote ambition and hope.

7. Moon: associated with love and dreams, and also with the sky. Some like to use it in conjunction with the sun as a ‘yin-yang’.

8. Rose: the rose is a symbol of affection and deep love, it expresses peace and purity. Different colors denote different aspects.

9. Snake – contrary to popular belief, snake symbols represent fertility, knowledge and wisdom; they also denote positive or negative mythical associations.

10. Feather: inscribed for its aesthetic beauty, it symbolizes enlightenment and freedom.

11. Dolphins: almost 95% of all dolphin tattoos are written on women. Dolphin tattoos come in two variants: traditional and tribal, which signify freedom and happiness.

12. Hello Kitty – The innocence displayed by the cute kitty has universal appeal as a cartoon character.

13. Musical Notes: Mainly adorned by music lovers and musicians to show their love for music, this also denotes fun, passion and excitement.

14. Zodiac sign: gives an idea of ​​the personality of the individual. The unique characteristics of each zodiac sign reveal the type of person the wearer is.

15. Orchids: Orchids are very popular with floral designs due to their attractive beauty and distinctive appearance.

16. Portraits: Babies are the first choice in this category; loved ones are often the next option.

17. Flames: symbol of life, passion, rebirth and wisdom; it also means death and destruction.

18. Religious designs: denotes the religious affinity of a person.

19. Birds: Large, high-flying birds are generally the favorites; represents the dominant trait of the individual.

20. Animals: Some of the most popular animal figures are cats, dogs, horses, lions, tigers, and so on. pets are a huge favorite, especially for someone who has recently lost a loved one.