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Contemporary women’s tattoo leads innovative style and placement of body art ideas. The popular Christian cross tattoo provides an interesting design opportunity for faith-based ink and shows off a range of options for epic pieces. Whether it’s a simple design in black ink or more interpretive pieces of ink the cross allows for meaningful symbolic tattoo ideas to showcase collector’s belief in God. The following gallery of 60+ cross tattoo ideas for women depicts quality ink in a range of placements and should provide a brilliant basis to provide you with inspiration for you next piece....

A glimmer of white light in the dark is reborn as a rainbow after traversing a triangular passage of glass known as a prism. Minimalistic, beautiful, and haunting, this iconic image is known to mavens of Pink Floyd as the album cover for Dark Side of the Moon. An optical prism is a revealer of the visual mystery that is light and sight. Trekking from the heavens to the globe, rays of light illuminate all that is visible....

Audemars Piguet recently premiered its six newest additions to the Royal Oak Concept Collection. On the menu are now options in 18-carat pink and white gold, filled to the brim with colorful and elegant gemstones, sapphires, and diamonds. We all have days when we might take a watch for granted, especially when we’re wearing an old Casio or Swatch. There are other days, however, where a watch just takes our breath away....

Blacked out, made of steel, and exerting more raw sportiness than an entire NFL team combined. The Bell & Ross Vintage Collection expands outwards with the addition of the BR V3-94 Black Steel 43mm chronograph wristwatch. Boosting the case size by two-millimeters, Bell & Ross extend one of their most popular watches to those who prefer ‘XL’ proportions. The Black Steel edition from Bell & Ross takes notes from the Ross Renault series with a steel bezel set against the clean-looking clean-looking black aluminum 60-minute scale....

Dragonfly tattoos have long been known to signify changes in a person’s life. Change is not always death, but also growth and development. It could be a new direction you decided to pursue, a job, a change of heart, or just letting go of old pain. While predominantly associated with female tattoo lovers, dragonfly designs are becoming more popular with men due to their association with transformation and relatively niche status as a symbolic tattoo idea....

Let’s face it, most people know not to go swimming in a public pool or rolling around in the mud with a new tattoo. However, knowing proper tattoo aftercare in regards to things like washing? Now, that’s a different story! Countless people with good intentions get it wrong. Outside of avoiding external contamination and bacterial sources, aftercare mistakes are made in the three major places: Bandages, washing and moisturizing. Luckily, the process of mastering those three is incredibly easy once you know how to handle them....

The simple semicolon tattoo is a bright neon sign for those who battle suicidal thoughts, depression, and other serious mental health problems. The symbol is often etched into wider symbolic tattoo, such as the butterfly designs in this gallery. Combining a powerful semicolon symbol with a butterfly can show that the collector has ‘freed’ themselves from many of the issues depression and suicidal thoughts create. They can be empowering reflections that despite everything in the past, the person has been able to free themselves and start again or keep fighting the issues to still be standing, beautiful and strong....

A tattoo is a lifelong commitment, and surely you want one that will take you through the decades in style and individual appeal. A tattoo is, after all, your personal signature. And while many cool tattoo trends come and go, leaving their wearers with lingering pangs of regret or embarrassment, others stand the test of both time and trend. The coolest tattoos are arguably the one that speaks of who you are, what you value, and what you hope to take with you into the future....

Arm tattoos are the most popular positional choice for those looking to get tattoos. If it’s not your first choice, it’s right up there when considering a second piece of body art. Contemporary women’s tattoo design is some of the most innovative. Tired tropes have been re-imagined, and more complex artistic works brought in specifically to suit richly detail yet less space consuming subjects that appeal most to female collectors. The best arm tattoos for women vary in color, size, shape and technical detail but offer quality execution and versatility in design, whether etched on the bicep, forearm, wrist, or elbow....

Martin Filler once commented on the Chrysler Building: “The magnificent lobby of the Chrysler Building–faced with rare marbles, aglitter with decorative metalwork, and surmounted by a ceiling painted with a totemic image of the tower itself–leads to elevator cabs inlaid with exotic woods in fanciful patterns. The entire route from street to office is invested with ceremony, dignity, and delight.” Nothing could be truer of the iconic New York building, and the Chrysler tattoo carries a similar symbolism....

Tattoo artists can earn anywhere from $30,000 to $100,000+ per year, depending on talent, experience, and the willingness to work long hours. Other factors also come into play when weighing up the pros and cons of entering the growing tattoo industry… Getting paid for your art is difficult: notoriously difficult in fact. The concept of the “starving artist” plays a key role in cultural perception of those choosing to pursue their creative passions....

When it comes to ridiculously luxurious items aimed at those with too much money, Louis Vuitton is at the forefront. The French fashion house never fails to disappoint when it comes to wildly expensive and unnecessary products. Case in point the “Ball in Basket” collaboration with the NBA. Released as part of the Louis Vuitton x NBA season two collection, this is essentially a bag shaped like a basketball that retails for a whopping $4,450....

It’s not just your other half who gets to feel good after a long day at work. Dior Men has just launched its first-ever homewear kit for gents. The fashion house is known more for its women products but under the creative direction of Kim Jones, is heralding in a new era for men’s beauty and fashion. Dior Dior Dior Dior Dior Dior Inspired by leisure-living, the Dior Oblique kit contains elegant accessories suitable for relaxing around the home....

Look handsome without overcomplicating your grooming routine. From fighting pimples to wrinkles and everything else in between, discover how to handle skincare like a man – without throwing in the towel. It’s time to invest in your beauty, just as you would when shopping for a new suit. Now, I know there are an endless number of men’s treatment products out there, and the whole process seems over complicated. However, the truth is, it’s remarkably straightforward to get better skin....

Traditionally, tree tattoos symbolize knowledge, growth and wisdom. Other representation of the tree in body art includes: nourishment, immortality, fertility and freedom. There are many reasons to opt for a tree tattoo, ranging from cultural values to a preferred aesthetic. Variations of the Celtic tree of life pop up frequently in world cultures, while the tree of Egyptian mythology signified the beginning and end of one’s life. There is also a great range of tree species for collectors to choose from; whether it’s the instantly recognizable oak tree, tall pine, or weeping willow tree, or harder to pick motifs such as the fig tree, ash tree, or birch tree idea brought to life on skin....

The culture and traditions of Caledonia provide endless inspiration for Scottish tattoo designs. One of the most popular designs for those with Scot bloodlines are thistle tattoos. The following collection of top 65 thistle tattoo ideas are sure to help inspire your Scottish roots for a new tattoo design. Realistic Thistle Tattoo Ideas Source: @mike_ehrmann via Instagram Source: @klctattoos via Instagram Source: @sanctuarybodyart via Instagram Source: @kidkraken_tattoos via Instagram Source: @the....

Lions can make the most intricate and stunning displays. Their manes are magnificent. They have the most handsome faces and, when growling, can have a brilliant display of terrifying teeth. The neo-traditional styles can help you modernize this tried and true art. Your lion tattoo can have a similar message to a crown tattoo. Lions are the top of the food chain, definitely masters of their domain. They relentlessly hunt every other animal....

From its early 20th century inception, the disco ball has been a party mainstay, a herald of night revelry and unmatched glamour. We may be past the days of the disco ball’s initial glory, but for some the party is just getting started. Casting its prismatic light over nightclubs and dance halls around the world, the disco ball is the modern man’s chandelier. Decadent and just the right amount of extra, the disco ball is for the unapologetic lover of pomp and splendor....

The mullet haircut is making a striking comeback. This popular hairstyle in the 80’s lay dormant for nearly four decades, but it recently awoke from its slumber and is slowly taking the world by storm again. The long hair mullet haircut makes a powerful statement. Business in the front, party in the back is still the overall theme and because of this, the mullet is a great choice for men who are looking to stand out in a crowd....

LEGO has gone all out with its latest creation, a replica of the infamous RMS Titanic. 120 years since the British passenger liner hit an iceberg and sunk, LEGO is resurrecting the Titanic as a 1:200 authentic replica. Officially the largest LEGO set ever released measuring 53 inches long, the model consists of an overwhelming 9,090 pieces. While not as many bricks as the Lego Art Worl Map that features 11,695 pieces, LEGO’s Titanic is an impressive model with a number of moving parts that’s sure to be a fun build....