The History Of Fairy Tattoos

Fairy tattoos are a great option for those who want color and whimsy.  Fairies are often thought of as magical creatures with super natural powers.  They are thought to live in flowers or a nature setting.

History

The folklore of fairies dates back for centuries.  It was believed by the Celtic people that fairies had a very long life span, that they possessed magical powers, and that they also had a mischievous nature.  Fairies were once worshiped as pagan gods and goddesses.  Some believe that fairies are descendants of elves, but with additional powers.  Elves did not have the ability to fly like fairies.  The Irish people still believe that fairies exist today.  They are thought to live in the Irish country side, as well as wooded groves.  They exist between the two worlds, and therefore are not commonly seen today.

They are sometimes used to portray youth and innocence.

The two main types of fairy tattoos include the cute fairy, like Tinkerbell, and the fantasy fairy.  The cute fairies often resemble characters like Tinkerbell from the movie Peter Pan.  They usually have the body of a girl with added wings, and are often depicted with a wand.  They are also given pointy ears, and elf hats and shoes to match.   This type of fairy is often seen as a symbol of good luck and good will.  They can portray happiness, love, joy, or even sadness.

Fantasy fairy tattoos are the more grown up version.  They are usually depicted with the body of a woman with larger wings.  They can show a variety of different traits and features.  This type of fairy is often chosen to show a different side, a desire or wish.  They are used to display certain feelings and attitudes.  A fairy tattoo can be customized to represent you.

Fairy tattoos are very popular among women, although there are men who get them too.

Fairy tattoos are very versatile and can be found in many places such as the back, stomach, ankle, and hip.  They also work well in larger pieces of art work like a sleeve or back piece.

Fairy tattoos can be customized to fit your personality and wants.  Before making your final decision, make sure you choose one that has meaning and symbolism to you.  Rather then go with a stock design, make it your own.  You can make your tattoo fit your motivation.