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QOW - Are Foot Tattoos Feminine?

Sunday August 10, 2008
Question: "I am considering getting a pair of tattoos on my feet; one for Mom and one for Dad. I already have 2 tattoos so these aren't a first and I'm sure they wont be a last. My question is why are they considered feminine? and what is your opinion on this?"

Answer: I've never heard that foot tattoos are supposed to be considered feminine. Granted, I think I know more women with foot tattoos than men, but that doesn't mean they're actually more feminine - I think it's just because women enjoy showing off their feet more than men do. But some of the most bad-ass foot tattoos I've seen have been on men. As long as the tattoo itself isn't feminine, it should be fine! Good luck!

Comments

August 15, 2008 at 7:39 am
(1) William Rafti says:

It’s your perception of the sensibility of the times we live in; a few decades ago tattoos were mostly for men, now the majority of clients are often female. The perception of certain tattoo locations on the body being feminine I think has to do with how women tend to cover up their bodies less than men (especially the midriff), so feet, legs, lower torso, and breasts receive a lot more tattoo time on ladies than on men.

August 15, 2008 at 7:15 pm
(2) tattoodjoe says:

i have angel,devil pigs that cover the top of my feet and they are anything BUT frmenine

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