My Favorite Tattoo Trend & Fav Celebrity Tat

My favorite celebrity tattoo is Amber Rose's upper bicep tattoo. It's creative and symbolizes her public persona. While some may look at it as cheesy, or typical because it's roses, I find it quite unique. The colors and design are something to be marveled... My favorite tattoo trend is words tatted on the upper back. What better way to make a statement, or draw attention to something, than by tatting it on the top of your back? Alot of celebrities have tattoos like this, but my favorite upper back tattoo is 50 Cent's "South Side" one. It's original, unique and awesome to look at. He has chosen not to remove this signature tattoo. Lloyd Banks' "Rotten Apple" tattoo, which was inspired by his mentor 50's, is another feast for the eyes. Banks had his tattoo done at Miami Ink where Kat Von D, who is also featured below, used to work. Personally, I would not get an upper back tattoo because I think it's more adorning on men. However, a girl must admit that they're eye-catching.

Allen Iverson:

Lebron James:

Kenyon Martin:

DeShawn Stevenson:

50 Cent:

A larger look:

LLoyd Banks:

A larger look:

Flo Rida:

Nick Cannon's "Mariah" tattoo:

David Beckham:

A random Manchester United fan:

Girlicious singer Natalie Mejia's "For Eva Young" tattoo:

And Last but certainly not least Kat Von D:

2 Female Tattoo Artists Worth A Mention

Female tattoo artists are still a rarity, especially those who own their own shops. Tattoo artists Kat Von D and Joy Fumore own their own shops; Von D's being LA Ink and Fumore's is Twelve 28 Tattoo. They call the shots. Fumore's and Von D's shop each consists of mostly women and one man. Coincidence? Before writing this post my intention was to place these two amazing tattoo artists against each other and compare their work; however, I have decided to simply put their work out there since both portfolios are amazing. Von D has tattooed Lady Gaga among other celebs. Fumore's shop is located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn while Von D's is in Los Angeles, so no matter what coast you're on if you're in the market for an amazing tattoo then these women are for you. Being successful in a male dominated field is quite difficult. Fumore admits that people tell her “I ain’t trusting no woman with a gun" ( http://www.stepinsidedesign.com/STEP/Article/28826/index.html). Each woman's work can be seen here on their official sites: http://www.katvond.net/tattoos.php, http://www.1228tattoo.com/tattoos/?album=1&gallery=1

Kat Von D Giving Lady Gaga A Tattoo:

Miss Kat Von D

Miss Joy Fumore

Tattoo Sleeve's on Women

What do you all think about tattoo sleeves on women? Or even full body tats? Well as a woman I personally wouldn't get one done. I just always tend to think "how will it look when I'm 50 or 60." That's my way of determining what tattoos I want, by thinking about the meaning behind it and what it will look like when I'm older. It's ultimately your own decision, but no one stays young forever. Tattoo sleeves are beautiful on women, but I just wouldn't get one. Amy Winehouse, Daisy De La Hoya and Kat Von D are some of the celeberity women who have tattoo sleeves. They all look great. I just always tend to wonder how they will look on me on my wedding day... Daisy's sleeve has the theme of The Nightmare Before Christmas. While it is a classic movie, what does that truly symbolize? I'm sure it means something to her, I just hope she doesn't regret getting it when she's older.