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In recent years, we have witnesses the incredible rise in popularity of tattoos for girls. Setting the trend are Hollywood stars like Angelina Jolie, Amy Winehouse and Megan Fox to name just a few. With so much exposure to the media, it is not surprising that this trend has taken off to the extent it has. But what is driving it?

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A strong parallel trend in recent years is the move to individuality. Where's in the past, people have been more inclined to associate with a group or groups, there is now much more emphasis on the individual. Young people in particular want to develop an image of themselves that is unique and differentiated from the normal every day. You will often hear young people say such thinks as "it's my look", or "my style".

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Being seen to be different or individualistic is not always easy. This is where a tattoo can make a real difference. Some girls prefer to be more discrete and will select a small and more discerning tattoo in a place on their body that is less exposed. The lower back tattoo is a great example of this. Others are more adventurous and will take on a design that is more noticeable.

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How are tattoos for girls selected? In my research I have found a few main reasons why girls choose to have a tattoo. Firstly, girls like their tattoo to mean something to them. Put another way, they select tattoos that have meaning for them. Examples include marking special occasions, like an engagement or the birth of the first child. Other forms of meaning can be association with groups. This is especially common in some cultures, where a tattoo design can be associated with a tribe. Perhaps the use of tattoos by biker gangs is another example of this? A more recent trend is to select a word or phrase that has meaning and place it on the wrist. One girl commented to me that she uses hers as a constant reminder of how she would like to live her life. So the words are a guiding principle by which she wishes to live her life.

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On line websites today have thousands of designs of tattoos for girls from artists around the world. This is a great way to find tattoo ideas and is low cost. If you are reading this and are interested in some of the best tattoo design websites then have a look at the links at the bottom of this article.

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There are advantages to searching online for at tattoo pictures. However, beware because some designs will not look the same on you as they do on other people. One reason could be because of your skin tone. Another could be related to the positioning of the tattoo on the body. Interestingly, girls in Australia and New Zealand seem to have been early adopters and this is now spreading to England, UK, Canada and more recently the United States of America. Greater acceptance is driving the trend but as more girls decide to get a tattoo, it becomes more common and there is less perceived risk to getting one. I realize that this kind of flies in the face of the early hypothesis that having a tattoo in the first place is about individualism. As time goes by, that individualism will be portrayed in the design rather than just having one.

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Never in history has it been more acceptable for girls to wear a tattoo. As this trend continues to grow, we will see more girls looking for unique tattoo designs that have personal meaning to them and which they can associate with. We will also see a corresponding growth in internet sites with tattoo pictures on offer. This is one trend that I cannot see going away. I think this craze is here to stay!

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Anchor tattoo designs have always been very popular, especially among sailors. If a person was seen sporting this type of tattoo design, he was immediately branded as an experienced sailor. Aside from being one of the most common, they are, in fact, one of the oldest designs of tattoos.

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With all the hype on all things retro, it is no surprise that they are brought back into fashion in more colorful and vibrant designs that would look cool and chic in any part of the body. The revival of this type of tattoo sprang up from the west coast, hence the nickname "west coast" tattoo style.

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So what is the story behind anchor design? Why they were so famous then and why are they still famous now? The story goes all the way back to the time of the early Christian, back when claiming to be one was punishable by the Greek. To avoid persecution, the symbol of the cross was discretely replaced by the anchor. The anchor served as a secret symbol for the cross, and people chose to wear them as a subtle expression of Christianity.

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It was still much later that the anchor grew popular among seafarers. Anchors are closely associated with sailors since they use them in their line of work. One very famous and admired sailor sporting this tattoo is none other than the cartoon character Popeye the Sailorman. However, it's not only sailors who are getting anchor tattoos these days. It can hold a much deeper meaning. It stands for stability and endurance. A man, not necessarily a sailor, can choose to get one to show the woman in his life that she is the one thing that's constant and stable in it. Influential former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill is said to be sporting this kind of tattoo too.

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It is not just men who are getting anchor tattoo designs. The design is becoming popular with girls as well. Some women are seen with attractive eagle-globed anchor tattoos below their collarbones, while some are also getting them on their arms, biceps, chest, or just about anywhere in their body. A small tattoo looks especially nice on a woman's wrist. Singer Amy Winehouse has a number of anchor designs tattooed on different parts of her body.

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So the reason why a lot of people choose to get this kind of tattoo is because they hold a lot of meaning, even in a religious and romantic sense. If you are looking to get one, there are different designs are available for you to choose from. You can browse different websites, go over tattoo magazines, or even better, ask for your tattoo artist's help in searching for the design that would best suit your personality.

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Angels tattoo designs have been quite popular for the females. However, the lure of getting an angel wings tattoo design has had a much bigger pull nowadays. An angel's wing plays a big part in conveying the spirituality and mystery surrounding the heavenly being. Hence, it is only natural that most people prefer to settle for a pair of wings and still get the full effect of a fully inked angel.

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Wings of Angels basically represent the triumph of good over evil. However, for the females - and males who choose to sport this tattoo design, the reason behind the symbol varies. There are those who see the ink as permanent protection, a symbol of the guardian angel watching over them. Others deem it as a representation of someone important in their life.

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The most common placement of the angel wings tattoo design is that inscribed on the back. A logical move since this is their original location. However, others may choose to place it in varying body parts ranging from the lower back, shoulders or even on the ankles. Because of the varying sizes of the design, it's quite possible for the symbol to be placed on any body part. If you want the full angel effect, then this symmetrical design should cover the whole of your back. For those who do not want a large piece but would still like the full effect, you may place a small one at the corner of each shoulder.

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Most angel wings are depicted in symmetrical designs. However, browsing through hordes of tattoo sites you will find patterns that lean towards the unique. In some galleries, you will find unsymmetrical angel wings that hold a message all on their own. Although this may not be your choice at first glance, a pair of angel wings with different patterns allow for a twist in the well loved design.

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This particular design is usually depicted in shades of black and white. Basically, this is because angels are usually depicted as beings in full white regalia. However, blue works as well as any dark color you may choose to use. The play of colors may also be used to infuse the illusion of movement to the tattoo. Some designs are specifically made to be three dimensional, implying that the wings are in flight.

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Angel wings tattoos are in every way as beautiful as a full bodied angel ink. The classic design is exquisite in its simplicity yet the amount of detail poured into every design is unique in itself. It's also possible for you to place your own twist to the angel wings theme, incorporating various designs with the basic ink. Such is the case with Nicky Hilton who placed a winged heart on her right wrist. The same could be done for virtually any other symbol. Other celebrities who have angel wings tattoos include Pharell Williams and Amy Winehouse. Williams has the tattoo at the back of his neck while Winehouse opted for the classic angel wings between the shoulder blades.

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Want a tattoo, but just for a night? That's possible with temporary tattoos, which you rub on to your skin and transfers a design to it. You may have played with something like this as a child, giving you a colourful little image for your arm or leg. They're not just for children any more, and the adult versions look just like a permanent tattoo, without having to live with it for the rest of your life, only a day or two.

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Going to a fancy dress party as Cheryl Cole, Justin Timberlake or Amy Winehouse? Get some temporary tattoos that match their real ones and you'll look a lot more like them, and cause quite a stir until people realise you didn't like them enough to get permanently inked.

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I've known tribute acts for Robbie Williams and Amy Winehouse use temporary tattoos to keep up with the stars without having to adorn their own bodies forever more. If they're good enough to pass muster on someone who tries to look like the real thing professionally, they'll be more than good enough for a fancy dress party or two.

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Not old enough to have a tattoo showing your love of your favourite singer? You can get a temporary design of their name or a duplicate of one of theirs, just for wearing during a gig or at a festival to show everyone how much you like them. For bonus points, don't tell your parents it's easily removed until after they've seen it and jumped to all the wrong conclusions!

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If you have a theme for a hen party you're going on, take some matching temporary tattoos with you so the whole group can get in the mood. If there's no theme, some fun designs can give everyone a laugh, especially if you can base some of the designs around events in the bride-to-be's life.

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As with the hen parties, if you have a theme, temporary tattoos can add a nice touch which most don't think of, and can help identify the group when the beer has been flowing freely. However, you may to prefer this stunt: the friends got the groom-to-be thoroughly merry over the day of the stag. Once he was "as tired as a newt" and soundly snoring, they applied a prominent tattoo transfer to his neck, then left him to sleep.

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Next day, cue a horrified groom who's got a massive hangover and a tattoo he doesn't remember getting, and much hilarity among his equally hung over friends who are all trying not to tell him that he won't have to explain the new decoration to his future wife after all.

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Nicknamed as 'Wino', Amy Winehouse, the stunning English singer and lyricist, has received the prestigious Grammy Awards for a record five times for her unforgettable hits 'You Know I'm No Good' and 'Rehab' among others. She is known for her musical excellence in genres like soul, jazz and R&B, but there are some crazy fans who simply love her for her power-packed contralto vocals too.

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Amy was born on 14th September, 1983 in the city of London, England to Mitchell (father) and Janis (mother), a Jewish family. In her young age, the diva used to play her only brother Alex's guitar; and when she turned 13, she got one for herself. Many say that she was a rebellious kid and was once rusticated from her school in London for piercing her nose and painting her body with tattoos at the age of 14.

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Amy Winehouse's professional career took off very early when she was in her teens. Initially, she performed club gigs and recorded demos at low prices. A turning point in her career came in the year 2003 with her debut album Frank. This jazz music album got her into instant fame with marking her nominations in several award functions. After this, she suffered a setback on personal front in her relationship and even took to substance abuse.

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The year 2006 witnessed Amy Winehouse's comeback with her super hit album 'Back on Black' followed by 'Rehab' which sizzled the US pop charts capturing the No. 9 slot on the list of hits. These two releases got her a much desired global recognition. But, these were just not enough for a talent like Amy. On February 10, 2008, Amy broke all records by grabbing 5 Grammy Awards in one night. She was awarded in the category of 'Best New Artist' and 'Record of the Year' for Rehab. From here, everyone's lovely Winehouse was just unstoppable. The same year she gave multiple powerful performances to simply add more fans to her already huge fan-base.

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Later in the month of June, Amy had to encounter some unfortunate health issues. She was admitted in hospital because of lung infection. But, to celebrate Nelson Mandela's 90th birthday, she went out of the hospital to reach London's Hyde Park. There she performed her hit numbers Rehab and Valerie and once again made a place in thousands of thumping hearts. She also gave an unforgettable one hour performance at Roman Abramovich's party which was held in Moscow. For this single performance, she was paid $2 million.

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In the blink of an eye, Amy Winehouse became a rage for her fashion statement and musical concoction. In April 2008, she was voted the "ultimate heroine" by her British fans. But, because of her unacceptable behavior, the very next month she was voted as the most hated figure in the United Kingdom.

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Nevertheless in the sphere of music, Amy is unbeatable with her heart-stealing, cross-genre performances. Her experimentation with different musical genres like pop, R&B, jazz, reggae and soul not only captured millions of hearts, but ruled them completely.

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It has always been a great fancy dress tradition to dress up like a celebrity. Legends like Michael Jackson, Marilyn Monroe, Elvis, Madonna, Bob Marley and Elton John never seem to lose their popularity.

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Amy Winehouse is the latest celebrity to inspire a fancy dress craze. Her tight pencil skirts, love of leopard print, tattoos, dramatic make-up, and of course outrageously large beehive, have inspired fancy dress party goers and Karaoke addicts to recreate her unique look and transform themselves into this hell-raising singing sensation!

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Until fairly recently, getting the "Amy Winehouse look" would have involved shopping around on the high street, or raiding the back of your wardrobe to find similar looking clothes. Once you had found your outfit, you would then have to contend with the hair. Now, if you happened to be blessed with a head full of luscious flowing locks and you had the time and know-how, then you would probably be able to create a reasonably decent beehive.

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However, for those of us not blessed with the hair of Rapunzel and the talent of Toni & Guy we would then face a conundrum; how to get that Amy Winehouse beehive just right? Well, the good news is that this problem was resolved in early 2008 with the introduction of the 'Amy Winehouse Rehab Wig'.

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In addition to this, you can now forget about the tortuous task of putting the outfit together yourself, because following on from the huge success of this now very popular wig, the 'Amy Winehouse Rehab Costume' was released earlier this year. You can even purchase temporary replicas of Amy's most popular tattoos.

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Combine all this with some thick black eye-liner and a pair of stilettos to make even Blake take a second glance! It's a surefire way to stand out from the crowd at any fancy dress party.

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