In fact, even something as simple as placement could affect the “feminine” energy of the tattoo, as opposed to the design itself. While some people think heavy blackwork tattoos lack that energy, others welcome the look.
To me what makes a tattoo ‘feminine’ is just that the person wearing it feels like it emphasizes their unique expression of femininity.”Īnd the elements that contribute to the traditionally “feminine” feel of a tattoo aren’t set in stone, either. “Tattoos are so personal and reflective of the person wearing them. “I think anything can be a 'feminine' tattoo,” says Hayley Richman, a Montréal-based tattoo artist.
When it comes down to it, it’s all about getting a tattoo that fits your taste and style by working with an artist who can bring those elements to life. However, tattoos don’t really have a gender: Anyone can get a “feminine” tattoo. “Feminine” tattoos tend to be defined by certain elements-styles like watercolor, fine line, or minimalist thin or medium lines and the images themselves.
