What you think of the current tattoo trend?

failinis · 22-06-2016 08:51AM

Ally Dick wrote: »

They'll look ridiculous when you're 90

Cause everyone is still a catch at 90 and a tat will make you look ridiculous?

22-06-2016 08:57AM

I like tattoos.

pc7 · 22-06-2016 09:01AM

I've seen lots of women start to get 'sleeves' I personally think it looks awful. Lots of employers won't take you on if tatoos visable, even lower paid work in some department stores.

log.lady · 22-06-2016 09:03AM

I have several tattoos, and have had them for years now and I like them. To be quite honest I couldn't care less if someone dislikes them, as long as they don't start a discussion. I was on the bus once and an old woman pointed at my sleeve and asked me "What will you answer the lord about this when you go to heaven?" and I thought it was the most ridiculous thing anyone could comment.
I have never had problems with work...I cover them up though you might of course see the outline through tights or if the sleeve of your shirt rolls up a bit. Turns out that if you're good at your job your company doesn't seem to care about these things

Your Face · 22-06-2016 09:03AM

At this point, its more passe than current.

smash · 22-06-2016 09:11AM

I have a friend who grew a beard and got a top knot hairstyle. I sarcastically asked when he was getting a sleeve done and replied in all seriousness that he was booked in.

Each to their own, but Christ there's a generation of guys out there who are so generic looking and jumping on this passing style while marking themselves forever.

22-06-2016 09:12AM

smash wrote: »

I have a friend who grew a beard and got a top knot hairstyle. I sarcastically asked when he was getting a sleeve done and replied in all seriousness that he was booked in.

Each to their own, but Christ there's a generation of guys out there who are so generic looking and jumping on this passing style while marking themselves forever.

As is the case with every generation. People like jumping on the bandwagon, regardless of time period.

kellyshell · 22-06-2016 09:13AM

pc7 wrote: »

I've seen lots of women start to get 'sleeves' I personally think it looks awful. Lots of employers won't take you on if tatoos visable, even lower paid work in some department stores.

And a lot of employers do not care one bit if you have tattoos as long as you are good at your job.............I work with a lady and she has tattoos, dreadlocks and piercings and she is the PA of the most senior director of the company. She represents him on a daily basis and not once has there been an issue. Why?? because she is good at her job, is polite and friendly. Much more important qualities in a staff member than a bit of ink.

smash · 22-06-2016 09:20AM

Deleted User wrote: »

As is the case with every generation. People like jumping on the bandwagon, regardless of time period.

I can't really think of another generation who've embraced a fashion trend which revolved around getting large permanent features on their bodies.

Story Bud? · 22-06-2016 09:20AM

I was once walking through a bar (back toward the person I was actually there with) had a guy stop me to tell me all the usual sh*t of me being stunning, made a comment on a particular part of my appearance that he loved all that stuff. I was very polite. He suddenly spotted a tattoo I had, grabbed that part of my body, looked at me in disgust pushed me away and turned back to his friends :pac:

So it worked as a wanker filter that day

Edit: I should add that the tattoo in question is now 8 years old and I still absolutely love it to this day. I won't ever need it removed.

LordSutch · 22-06-2016 09:21AM

bigpink wrote: »

What you think of the current tattoo trend?

Personally I think its a short sighted trend/fad that will fade in a year or two . . .

I fully expect there to be a lot of men & women looking for tattoo removal advice in the years & decades to come.

pc7 · 22-06-2016 09:22AM

kellyshell wrote: »

And a lot of employers do not care one bit if you have tattoos .

Just depends on the industry, I couldn't care less if someone has them, I just know of people who haven't been able to apply for certain jobs due to them. I personally don't like them but it wouldn't stop me employing someone.

ahnowbrowncow · 22-06-2016 09:24AM

Story Bud? wrote: »

I was once walking through a bad (back toward the person I was actually there with) had a hi stopped me to tell me all the usual sh*t of me being stunning, made a comment on a particular part of my appearance that he loved all that stuff. I was very polite. He suddenly spotted a tattoo I had, grabbed that part of my body, looked at me in disgust pushed me away and turned back to his friends :pac:

So it worked as a wanker filter that day

He grabbed your boob? :eek:

log.lady · 22-06-2016 09:27AM

pc7 wrote: »

kellyshell wrote: »

And a lot of employers do not care one bit if you have tattoos .

Just depends on the industry, I couldn't care less if someone has them, I just know of people who haven't been able to apply for certain jobs due to them. I personally don't like them but it wouldn't stop me employing someone.

I actually agree with the part about the industry, if you're customer facing you are usually required to cover them up. I don't really see a problem with it, even though I like tattoos, because this is just common knowledge that everyone should have before deciding on a tattoo.
I work in corporate finance and nobody cares about my tattoos, but I tend to cover them up when in the office.

qo2cj1dsne8y4k · 22-06-2016 09:30AM

I personally can't stand them. I've yet to see a tattoo that's taken my breath away with how beautiful it is. That said, where I work, I'm the only one with no tattoo. I love piercings though.

SlipperyPeople · 22-06-2016 09:32AM

Always had an interest in tattoos and will hopefully be getting my first one in the near future.

I actually have noticed an increase in tattoos mainly among young fellas it seems the type of black and grey work sleeve is now a fashion accessory that you see on footballers.

I have seen a few lads I would know who didn't have a single bit of ink suddenly have a full sleeve in the space of a month or two which I think is mad. It's a huge commitment and takes up a lot of space on your body.

Fair enough if that's the style they like tattoos are very subjective but personally it takes me along time to make my mind up. I'm sure most put alot of thought into it but can't help thinking a lot may have gotten it due to its rise in popularity.

Bit of advice I was given was to print off work you like and stick it someplace you'll see everyday. If you get sick of it after a while well that's not the tattoo for you.

I've shown people the artists I like the best and people either love or hate. I generally like more traditional tattoos but others have caught my eye two such as neo-traditional.

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Dolbert · 22-06-2016 09:33AM

I don't get why tattoos elicit such strong reactions from people, no-one's forcing you to get one! I don't have any tattoos, don't even have my ears pierced but I'd be tempted to get one for the dickhead filter effect

murpho999 · 22-06-2016 09:36AM

smash wrote: »

I can't really think of another generation who've embraced a fashion trend which revolved around getting large permanent features on their bodies.

Well in fairness how many generations have you been around for?

pc7 · 22-06-2016 09:44AM

LexieOnRale wrote: »

I personally can't stand them. I've yet to see a tattoo that's taken my breath away with how beautiful it is. That said, where I work, I'm the only one with no tattoo. I love piercings though.

I think some of the Maouri (spelling?) New Zealand ones are beautiful especially on their build, just doesn't look the same on a pasty Irish man.

ThisRegard · 22-06-2016 09:46AM

smash wrote: »

I can't really think of another generation who've embraced a fashion trend which revolved around getting large permanent features on their bodies.

Eyebrow piercings and multiple ear piercings during the 90s.

smash · 22-06-2016 09:47AM

murpho999 wrote: »

Well in fairness how many generations have you been around for?

It doesn't matter how many generations I've been around for. All I need to do is think about it or look it up...

ThisRegard wrote: »

Eyebrow piercings and multiple ear piercings during the 90s.

All removable with very little left in the way of damage, unless you've had a gauge in your ear.

kellyshell · 22-06-2016 09:48AM

Dolbert wrote: »

I don't get why tattoos elicit such strong reactions from people, no-one's forcing you to get one!

this exactly!!! My mother hates them but doesn't say anything anymore, the artist I use , my mother would say looks like a criminal and me and him laugh at this.

People seem to forget its my body and if I want to have ink and holes in every part of it that's my choice! and if tattoos are the only thing I have to worry about at the age of 90 (if I make it that far :P) I will be a very happy woman! no one is asking you to like them just respect other peoples choices..............im not saying everyone has a problem with them but some people have issues!

ThisRegard · 22-06-2016 09:50AM

smash wrote: »

All removable with very little left in the way of damage, unless you've had a gauge in your ear.

Plenty of people have been left with scarring.

smash · 22-06-2016 09:52AM

ThisRegard wrote: »

Plenty of people have been left with scarring.

A scar is a scar. Most people have scars. A big tattoo is very different.

HensVassal · 22-06-2016 10:02AM

I have mixed feelings about them.
I met a girl from England in Dublin one time and she was really hot. She had a sleeve tattoo and a tattoo across her boob. She was very raunchy, slutty looking even, with black mascara and red lipstick, etc. So she looked super. But then again I've always had a thing for sleazy looking girls.

But I can't help thinking of later in life....you have a child and you want that child to be the best they can be in life but they see their mother or father with a big obnoxious tattoo and they will eventually start to think that "my mum/dad are working class so I will be too". I know it's a gross overgeneralisation and I'm expecting a bit of a backlash here but what can I say. I don't think I know any university graduates of the professions that are plastered in tattoos. I'm sure people on here will come up with the usual anectdotal exception about some acquaintance who has a Master's in Computer Science and is a dotcom tycoon and is tattooed more heavily than David Beckham but by and large it's just not the case. You see someone with a load of tattoos and what immediately springs to mind is "blue collar".

{awaits the "you fucking snob" avalanche}

qo2cj1dsne8y4k · 22-06-2016 10:06AM

I got my belly button pierced when I was 14, it ended up getting infected and I was so worried I'd have to take it out that I didn't tell anyone it was sore. Ended up having it cut out of my tummy in hospital. Apparently I was allergic to the metal. So what did I do then? I got my tongue pierced. I have that done ten years and I love it so much still. Thank the Lord they didn't have to cut that out! I took it out briefly a few years ago and it closed over, and I got my brother to shove it back in/repierce it for me. It was so gross. You could see the skin (?) on top pushing up and stretching before it opened up again.
I can't imagine ever being without it. If I take it out my mouth feels strange.

My newest thing is septum piercing. I can't imagine Id keep it forever, but for now I love it

kellyshell · 22-06-2016 10:07AM

And what exactly is wrong with blue collar?? I am blue collar, have qualifications, in a well paid job, own car and house. What has a bit of art got to do with class????

Duggy747 · 22-06-2016 10:28AM

I've no problems with tattoos, I've seen my fair share of excellent and poorly designed ones but I could never get one myself because I know I wouldn't be able to decide on a design. Tattoos have been common for a long ass time but definitely seen an increase in recent years, especially with that neon Domestos-coloured hair / beard + hair knot combo look :pac:

But I do always find it interesting how people associate tatts with someone's class / job prospects / character or that they will all inevitably regret their desicison.

Lucyfur · 22-06-2016 10:29AM

I couldn't give a flying fcuk what people do with their bodies.

neris · 22-06-2016 10:38AM

has anyone seen a player at the euros who doesnt have their arms covered in tattoos?

What you think of the current tattoo trend?

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