The old-school stigma attached to them?
Their ubiquity isnt the only thing setting todays tattoos apart: Innovation in technique is the new standout.
AsLynnea, an artist based in British Columbia, Canada, says, We all get old one day.
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Ourskinandbodiestell the story of our lives.
Read on for nine tattoo trends dominating shops this year.
Cybersigilism
Cybersigilism combines futuristic imagery with spiritual or esoteric symbols of the past into one dynamic tattoo.
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According to several of the artists we spoke with, this style has been going strong for a while.
(Think:The Matrixmeets heavy-metal-band-tee-font meets H.R.
Lynnea points toBillie Eilishs large-scale back tattoo andDua Lipas inner-arm rose tat as examples.
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However, cybersigilism is not without controversy.
This is why its important to closely examine this bang out of design before getting it inked.
Both styles are getting the neo-traditional treatment as of late.
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The updated style tends to use an expansive color palette and intricate shading, leading to more depth.
This style can also include black-and-gray and color realism designs, offering a variety of interpretations, says Zee.
Motel says more and more people are getting ink that memorializes their fandom, particularly in black-and-gray realism.
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If youre looking to try a tattoo trend as afirst-timer, this might be the one for you.
Ive tattooed Pyrex dishes, ceramic poodles, and disco balls, she says.
Younger generations are just discovering these eras through social media and thrifting and vintageshopping, she says.
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Only the person wearing the tattoo knows its intended meaning.
Lynnea agrees and has been seeing clients ask for larger floral pieces that create a body-contouring effect.
Charms
Chances are, youve seen invites for a pop-up where artists offer flash tattoos.
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These events have been fueling the desire for small, simple ink.
New York City-based artist Mira Mariah has also seen the popularity of sticker-like tattoos rise, especially onhands.
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Mira Mariah
