Sunday, June 5, 2011

Everything one needs to know about tribal cross tattoos

By Jaymie Shadburn


If one were to hear the word 'tribal cross tattoo' for the first time, the picture that would come to his mind is of a traditional outdated design and style. But usually this isn't the case, with these tats selling the best on the globe of tats at present. Both men and women seek these tats owing to their unique artistic design and style and magnetic appeal.

Getting into the details, the tribal tattoos for men are usually broad and comparatively big in size. Ladies prefer these tats on areas such as neck and ankle, thus providing enough room only for a small tattoo. The Celtic cross tattoos which is among the oldest forms of cross tattoo is combined with the tribal tattoo producing among the best tattoo forms at present, the tribal butterfly tattoos. Wavering from the well known fact that the tribal cross tattoos are usually done in black ink, other colors like red, green, blue and purple are used.

Also the tattoo artists at present utilize designs other than the usual spirals and knots used in the conventional tribal tats. The use of flowers with the usual design makes it suitable for the lower back and the love handles of a woman. The much wanted glamorous look is thus obtained. Also, the application of fairies inked in such away that there is symmetry on either sides of the cross creates a great impact. The added advantage lies in the fact that as fairies can be closely linked to the cross, they make the theme of the tattoo more meaningful.

Among the various designs available, the option of the right design and style for the individual depends on his character, style and what he wants to showcase. For the women who like to flaunt their beauty, the designs suitable are floral tribal cross tattoo and angel winged tribal cross tattoo. The several other designs that can be incorporated with the cross are animals, birds and leaves which add more beauty to the conventional tribal cross.

The essence of tribal cross tattoo lies in the truth that it not only serves the objective of exhibiting one's respect and sense of belongingness to a particular ethnicity, but also is a visual representation of the history of the clan which the tattoo represents.




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