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An octopus tattoo idea often symbolizes mystery, curiosity, flexibility, and versatility, although its freakish physical characteristics create amazing aesthetic tattoos as well. The octopus is a mysterious, fluid sea creature that entertains and instills fear in equal measure, which creates a platform for tattoos involving concepts of duality and unease. The fluidity of the eight tentacles, fierce fathomless eyes, and elastic body in combination with the unique suckers provides a good tattoo artist the chance to create flowing tattoos, whether a strangling full sleeve or slashing, abstract new wave design in vividly bright color....

Harley Quinn is the diabolical girlfriend of the Joker in DC Comics, on film, and television, and a very popular subject for tattoo art. She’s known for being extremely unstable, having fallen in love with the Joker when a psychologist at Arkham Asylum, and then being driven completely mad. As the Harley Quinn character entry on DC Comics points out: “Along the way Harley has become one of the most popular supervillains in the DC Universe, thanks in part to her versatility, charisma, and cheery-but-deranged outlook on life....

Here’s some good news for the style gurus out there: Minimalism is no longer the foundation of a stylish haircut! While the crewcut is on its way out, over-the-top ‘dos are stealing the limelight. Hegemonic masculinity is being dealt a long overdue death blow with the modern advent of ostentatiously expressive haircuts for men like you and me. We’re talking pompadours, afros, dreadlocks, reverse mohawks and anything else that defies existing fashion molds....

Delicate flower tattoos are a dominant subject choice and are increasingly versatile in style, application and placement. Modern body art displays all the variations of flowers, their stunning styles, colors, shapes and symbolic meanings. Thanks to enhanced technical innovation in color ink and tattoo machines, plus the creativity of contemporary artists, delicate designs can be placed practically anywhere and can be as close to nature’s realism as possible With all sorts of different blooms available to help in creating your inspirational tattoo design, each flower can be a distinctive flower of beautiful significance....

The labyrinth is one of man’s most incredible creations, and reflects so much more than a physical riddle. It is a masterpiece of history and mythology, a glimpse inside the mind of man himself, the enigmatic complexities and shadowy obstacles that either dead-end or lead to a triumphant outcome. Just as the labyrinth’s origins date back thousands of years, man has emblazoned the labyrinth’s image onto himself in a number of ways—including tattoo art....

In honor of one of the great Russian ice hockey players ever to carve up the ice, Hublot presents the limited edition Hublot Big Bang Unico Red Carbon Alex Ovechkin. Paying tribute to “The Great Eight,” as he is affectionately known because of his jersey number, this exceptional timepiece sports a lightweight carbon fiber case fused with bright red inserts made of a high-tech, high-performance material. Screaming both mother Russia and the colors he wore as captain of the Washington Capitols, the Hublot Big Bang Unico Red Carbon Alex Ovechkin aims to capture his extraordinary resilience and longevity in all its glory....

Known as much for his tattoos as for his unique vocals and genre defying blend of hip hop, grunge and country music, producer singer, and rapper Post Malone has inspired a new generation to embrace bold, innovative ink and tattoo placement. Despite the growing acceptance of tattoos, ink on the face is still considered extreme, although even this is changing rapidly thanks to notable musicians such as Post Malone and Justin Bieber....

Vans have been one of the most iconic sneakers on the market for more than 50 years. From the comfort to the cool and casual design, Vans are an absolute staple for any man’s wardrobe. While they are best known for being a shoe brand, Vans has become so legendary that they can essentially be described as their own specific style. Originally targeted for skateboarders, Vans is a brand that brings style and leisure together to help the laidback guy look great....

As most humans are hardwired to make a reaction when serpents are mentioned or seen, they make for intensely powerful tattoo designs. In contemporary Western arm tattoos the snake symbolizes betrayal, mistrust and suspicion, and can demonstrate evil when combined with more positive themes to represent duality. Older religions saw snakes as the symbol for fertility. Snakes are also well-known for their ability to shed their skin and begin anew, and they’ve been revered as creatures of rebirth and healing in other tattoo cultures like Japan....

“Who could refrain that had a heart to love and in that heart courage to make love known?,” penned William Shakespeare, and no truer lines have ever been written in regards to the most famous, fiery organ of all. The subject of countless poetry, art, and introspection, the heart has earned its place as one of the most popular tattoo subjects, and its modern 3D rendition ideas are proof that the symbol of love will never go out of style....

Love the touch of class a black suit offers? Then don’t hesitate to get on trend! Just make sure to follow a few simple style rules specific to this look. First, fit is everything. Nothing beats an impeccably tailored black suit on a man, but nothing ruins that aesthetic faster than a baggy, saggy silhouette. Jackets should offer a snug, though not restrictive fit. Pants should be streamlined, with the hem just skimming the tops of well-coordinated shoes....

An icon of British fashion, the Fred Perry polo is a staple of most UK men’s wardrobe. The familiar laurel wreath motif has remained the same for over 60 years, with each polo crafted in the heart of Leicestershire. To celebrate the 2001 collection, Fred Perry has teamed with virtual band Gorillaz for a worldwide marketing blitz. All four members of the band feature in the campaign; frontman and keyboardist 2D sports the original M3 Fred Perry shirt in white, bassist Murdoc Niccals wears the original M12 Twin Tipped in Tartan Green/Ice/Red, guitarist Noodie wears the original M12 Fred Perry shirt in Brighton/Ice/French Navy, and drummer Russell Hobbs the original M12 Fred Perry shirt in Maroon/White/Ice....

Take a closer look at the life and ink of legendary American tattoo artist Norman ‘Sailor Jerry’ Collins, the godfather of modern American tattooing. Norman “Sailor Jerry” Jerry Collins defines American traditional tattoo. His groundbreaking flash designs and tattoo art were influenced by Sailor Jerry’s colorful life and the experiences those visiting his Honolulu studio looked to permanently remember. Sailor Jerry was able to symbolize thoughts, feelings, and ideas as meaningful body art, spurring the back-alley tattoo industry forward towards a more legitimate place in society....

When you’re in a fully committed relationship with someone, it’s often a never-ending learning experience that has its ups and downs. Regardless of if you’re a new couple or a couple that has been together for years, there are still things you have yet to learn about one another. You may think you know every quirk, truth, and facet of each other, but you’d be surprised and possibly shocked by how much you don’t know....

While cultures from around the world have decorated their hands with bold and often astonishingly detailed tattoo art for thousands of years, today’s tattoo designs can be as simple as the wearer wishes, and at no expense of style. Sailors, warriors, and priests often tattooed sacred symbols onto their hands for protection against evil, as well as in honor of loved ones. For that reason anchors, birds, and stars abound in sailing lore, with no shortage of tattoo renditions....

Infinite charm is laced within the regal energy of iguana tattoos. These invigorating lizards will provide an enormous sense of calculated masculinity. Their cold-blooded brilliance will shrewdly lend a resolved sense of confidence to any guy. Iguana ink is in a bold league of its very own. These creatures are known for exotic aesthetics and a cunning perspective on reality. Their capacity for stillness is often associated with deep contemplation, meditation and acceptance....

The 1970s were a difficult and unstable period for many people, with the Vietnam War causing a great deal of heartache, the Watergate Scandal creating political problems, and general economic instability. There was a lack of faith in the world, and insecurity all around. Thus, by the 1980s, the new decade ushered in a time of conservative values as well as a more materialistic and consumer-oriented society. Entertainment became super popular, with many households buying VCRs, and by the end of the decade, 60% of Americans signed up for a cable service....

Hublot is doing their bit for conservation with the release of the Big Bang Unico SORAI. This limited-edition timepiece not only looks fantastic, but proceeds from the watches sales will go towards Care for Wild, the world’s largest rhino orphanage and sanctuary. Care for Wild isn’t doing things solo, with another foundation, Save Our Rhino Africa India (SORAI), also involved. The connection here is SORAI founder and former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen, who also happens to be an ambassador for Hublot....

Between Marvel’s Black Widow and the latest 007 outing No Time To Die, the past year has rejuvenated the spy genre. The world of geopolitical espionage has been a love of many since the Bond films got popular back in the 1960s and has only gotten bigger (and sometimes better) since. Today, we’ve compiled our list of the 20 best spy movies of all time so you can live your best Bond life from the comfort of your own home....

Overwatch tattoos deliver ostentatious pomp to any man who dons the video game’s iconic imagery. A brilliant design from this series will instantly mark you as a top-notch strategist with unparalleled style credentials. When the 3D characters are rendered in 2D form, they gain a charismatic edge that resembles cutting-edge anime imagery. This naturally infuses intrigue for anyone with an appreciation of Japanese aesthetics. The presentation of these finished creations can be quirky and cartoonish or reserved and mature....