The Meanings of Flower
Tattoos
These days, more and more women are getting tattoos.
As more women decide to get tattoos, flower designs continue to
rise in popularity. The best thing about flower tattoos
is the fact that there are many different colors and types of
flowers – providing many different meanings as well. The
flowers can mean a few different things, although specific
types of flowers such as the rose and the Lilly may have a more
specific meaning.
In general, flower tattoos have a connection with nature,
bringing up thoughts and images of life and vitality. Anytime
we look at a flower, we see the duration of life, simply
flowers connect with us in the sense that we both grow.
Flowers emerge from the earth and continue to grow on a daily
basis. Then, the flowers bloom, knowing that they will
later dry up and start to wilt away.
Having a tattoo with a flower brings back the entire process
known as life. Keep in mind however, that different
colors and flowers on tattoos will symbolize other things as
well. White flower tattoos symbolize purity, while red
flower tattoos can symbolize a burning passion. There are
many colors and designs available, giving plenty of meaning to
those desiring flower tattoos.
Roses are the most common flower design for tattoos,
symbolizing love. During the turn of the 16th century,
roses were tattooed on those who were sentenced to death.
If they were to escape from the gallows, the rose tattoo would
serve as a symbol to easily recognize them. These days,
roses symbolize both love and passion. Roses have long
been known as a romantic flower, popular for special occasions
with the ones we love.
In the western regions, rose tattoos are a symbol of love
and purity. In the Eastern regions however, love and
purity are symbolized by a lotus flower. Tattoos that
feature lotus flowers also bring a little more meaning to the
table. Lotus tattoos are also known to symbolize fortune,
peace, beauty, and goodness. Even though roses are the
most popular tattoos in North America, Lotus flower tattoos are
more common in other regions.
Other examples include the acacia flower tattoo which is the
symbol for love and friendship. There are some people
with Irish heritage who choose to get tattoos with the flower
known as the Bells of Ireland. This flower is well known
throughout Ireland, with the tattoo symbolizing good
luck. Irish who have this tattoo are known to be lucky,
or have an insane trend with luck.
Those who think of themselves as being the perfect lover may
want to get a tulip tattooed on their arm. Tattoos with
tulips represent passionate love and fame for being a great
lover. If you happen to be shy and timid, you may want to
go with a violet flower tattoo instead. Violets are
common tattoos for those who are shy and timid, and enjoy
taking things slow. Those wanting to symbolize wisdom and
virtue on the other hand, would be well to get an Iris.
Magnolias are also common with flower tattoos, as they
symbolize an individual’s love for nature.
Flower tattoos are very common and popular designs these
days, giving plenty of meaning behind their beauty. The
flowers can be large or small and as bold as you wish them to
be. No matter which flower you have decided to use with
your tattoo, you can ensure that the flower says the meaning
you are looking for.
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