Wrist tattoos seem to be a popular trend among both men and women. Several celebrities are opting for wrist tattoos. The wrist tattoo is typically small and less expensive, and the wrist lends itself nicely to a variety of designs.
Popular Designs
Some of the most popular designs for women include:
Some of the most popular designs for men include:
- Flames
- Stars
- Celtic designs
- Tribal designs
Words and letters are also popular designs among both men and women. The options are only limited by your imagination. You can choose to go with something rather small and delicate, or something that is bold and “in-your-face”. Which ever option you choose, having a wrist tattoo is a way of expression.
Locations
The locations for wrist tattoos include the top of the wrist, the inner wrist, and a bracelet or wristband style. Tattoos located on the top of the wrist are the most visible, and can be extended onto the hand and arm. Tattoos on the inner wrist are popular because they have less visibility making them easier to hide. Many people also like to get bands tattooed on the wrist. A wrist band tattoo is much like an arm band tattoo, only much lower. It circles the entire wrist like a bracelet. This type of wrist tattoo is much harder to hide, especially when you wear short sleeve shirts. Some popular band designs include tribal bands that circle the entire wrist. Floral band are also high on the popularity list.
Since wrist tattoos are usually on the small side there is less area to ink, and they are normally completed in one sitting.
Things To Consider
Some things to consider concerning wrist tattoos are, the pain involved and the inability to cover. Since the wrist does not have much fat between the skin and bone, it can be painful. This location actually rates very high on the pain sale. Due to the location, these tattoos may also take longer to heel, and require touchups at some point in the future. They are also more difficult to cover up. If you have a job or career that frowns upon visible body art, then you may want to consider choosing a different location for your tattoo.
As with any tattoo choice, be sure to do your homework and choose a design that you will be happy with in the long run.
