Orchid tattoos

Orchid Tattoos and You - Perfect Flower Tattoo?
Articles By Sylvia Rolfe

Orchid tattoos can be a great choice of tattoo for both females and males. Dependant on the orchid you get and the meaning you are after, this flower tattoo can be either end of the spectrum, highly masculine in nature or very feminine. A popular favourite flower for corsages and bouquets it is no wonder it is also finding popularity in the inked world. So what exactly can the orchid tattoo stand for?

On the masculine side of meanings it is all very sexual in nature, representing various parts of the male anatomy. In classic Chinese meaning it is often associated with the perfect man. On the other end of the spectrum are the more feminine meanings of beauty, charm and refinement. It is often seen as being a beautiful flower representative of all things feminine. It is also commonly referred to as the flower of magnificence. The feminine form of the orchid is also symbolic of perfection, love and family. Or in Asian cultures it is also seen as a symbol of something rare and precious. No matter why you seek this tattoo the origins and meanings are limitless and you can find one that suits your intended desire.

Due to it being a flower tattoo the varieties are endless and the uniqueness factor can be very high. It can easily be adjusted to fit pretty much every part of the body and work with the bodies natural shape. It can be given any colouration to provide the bearer with the perfect colour for them and their skin tone. The orchid itself has hundreds of different varieties of flower so you can be sure that one of the many types will suit your personal style and taste.

The orchid flower in tattoos is often seen as a symbol of sexuality or of luxury. Both of which may be the meaning you want for your flower tattoo. It is often also found in association with other Hawaiian flower tattoos to create the perfect piece of artwork on the canvas of your skin.

Orchid tattoos

Choosing an Orchid Tattoo Design


Men, of course, would prefer a tattoo design that expresses masculinity and strength. After all, a tattoo is a form of self-expression in itself. For the same reason, women prefer something very feminine and the most common choice is that of a flower. But with so many different flower designs, how does one begin choosing? Perhaps you no longer want a rose as it has become too common and a daisy or something similar doesn't appeal to you either.

Then you might want to try getting an orchid tattoo design. Orchid tattoos are very interesting, unique and not to mention very exotic in appearance. They aren't as common as a rose or lily but in terms of beauty, it doesn't disappoint. The fact that it is one of the most cultivated kinds of flower in the world only adds to the variety of design one can choose from. An orchid tattoo design can come in many different shapes and hues. One of the most popular is the cattleya which has long been a symbol for all things exotic and mysterious.

This tattoo is often found on people's shoulder blades, lower stomach, lower back and the foot. But perhaps the most beautiful placement is in the ribs as this would follow the curves of the body in a very elegant manner. The colors are what brings it further to life. But a design inked in black and white isn't at all unattractive. In fact, many tattoo aficionados find that it looks more stunning when done in black and white. ( By Tony Newton )