Looking for a great gift idea for someone who is a body art enthusiast? It's not easy finding products that are targeted toward our specific niche, but there are some really great items out there that can be appreciated by any great fan of tattoos or body piercings. I've compiled a list of my personal recommendations.
There are several different magazines out there, all able to suit many different styles and tastes. Check out my list of top magazine picks and sign up someone special for a subscription - it's a gift that keeps on giving all year 'round.
Sure, it's a shameless plug, but this really is a great book and a fantastic gift idea for any woman. It's filled with stories shared by other women about their own tattoo experiences and what their body art means to them. The stories will make you laugh, cry and come to an understanding of tattooed women like never before. This is even a great gift for someone who doesn't "get" tattoos - even my own mom said she understands me a lot better since reading this book.
Tanks, tees, hats, shoes, wallets, jewelry, keychains, and much more - all adorned with vintage Ed Hardy tattoo flash designs.
Body Jewelry is a great gift if you have the right information about the person you're buying it for. You'll need length or diameter, gauge size and material preferences (especially if they might be sensitive or allergic to certain materials). Tribalectic provides a great selection of body jewelry at very reasonable rates. My only suggestion is pay extra for faster shipping (if available) if you need it by a specific date.
This book will be especially appreciated by female tattoo enthusiasts, but is not based entirely on enchanting winged beauties. One half of the book is comprised of "good" fairies, but then flip the book over to see the "bad" ones. This book does contain artistic nudity for those that consider it offensive - and those that consider it a bonus.
Body art conventions are a lot of fun to attend and a pre-paid pass would be an excellent gift. Check the list of upcoming events to see which one your gift recipient might be interested in and then follow instructions on signing up for a pass.
Mehndi (henna art) is a beautiful, temporary body art that is fun to create and apply. This would make a great gift for someone who is not ready to take the plunge and get a permanent tattoo. These kits contain everything you need and it's some of the best quality henna I have ever used.
Vintage tattoo art is hot, and Sailor Jerry is an icon of vintage flash art. Find everything from coffee mugs to T-shirts featuring Sailor Jerry's drawings, and the price is much more affordable than Ed Hardy merchandise.
This has got to be one of my favorite artist collections. Luis Royo is a Spanish artist known for his erotic fantasy paintings, and this collection is no disappointment. You'll get 6 large full-color "plates" (basically thick poster prints) and 6 black and white sketch plates. You or your gift recipient will not be disappointed with this portfolio.
10. Gift Certificate to Your Local Tattoo or Piercing Studio
If you don't like the above ideas or you just don't have time to order something, a gift certificate is also an acceptable gift. My tip on this, however, is to make sure it is to a studio that is preferred by your gift recipient or one you are absolutely sure that is clean, safe and professional. The dollar amount is up to you, but don't specify what they have to use it toward and make sure the certificate is transferable just in case.
