Star tattoos seem to be a pretty old and yet a very popular design. It is one of the most requested custom designs. Why are they so popular and are they over rated? You know there is this on going controversy between the “tattoo traditionalists” and the new generation of “tattooist”. I put those in quotes because they are terms that I made up for this article.
A “tattoo traditionalists” like the old school tattoos. Things that are done in black ink and nothing that would be considered popular. They feel that each tattoo should be unique and say something about the individual. They are strongly against anyone that gets a tattoo because it is a popular design. For example they are against star tattoos because of their popularity. They would most likely be against the good old tribal arm band tattoo or a barbed wire arm band etc. You know the tattoo designs that are so popular and done over and over again. The “tattoo traditionalists just hate these. The new generation of “tattooist” is pretty much the opposite. They like what is cool and hip and want to get tattoos done that are popular and in style. They will often look at celebrity tattoos or the tattoos of friends to get their ideas from which they might do some customizing and etc. Their designs typically feature a lot of color and are bright!
I have written more about these groups in other articles so for now I will stick to the topic at hand of star tattoos. You see there is a phenomenal growth in star tattoo designs. Tons of people want to get everything from simple star tattoos, groupings of moon and star tattoos, nautical stars, and even shooting stars. Star tattoo designs are pretty much everywhere.
So why are they so popular?
1. Star tattoo designs and celestial tattoos are especially popular themes among women and this is a rapidly growing market.
2. Star tattoos can be very gender neutral. Men and women can get star tattoos done.
3. Star tattoos are often inexpensive to get designs of and cost very little to get done.
4. Star tattoos often make a great first tattoo design for someone who is a little worried about getting started in tattoos. They are small and easily covered up and also less painful to get because of their size and therefore popular among first timers.
5. Star tattoos because of their size can fit into or among other existing designs or can make great cover up of a bad tattoo.
6. Stars are pretty universal symbols of good things. Most all religions have some type of star symbolism and star and stars don’t make a strong statement about the world but just kind of thought of as fun and light hearted.
So who is right? Are star tattoos a great design to get done like the new generation of tattooist is doing or should you avoid them at all costs because they are not unique and they are overdone like the traditionalists would say?
Well, like all great questions in life and in the world of tattoo design the decision really is you’re to make. It will be your tattoo and one that you will live with for a long time. I think the best middle ground between the two groups is to just get something you like. If you like star tattoos for their own sake if they are popular or not then go ahead and get one and who cares. However if you are just getting a star tattoo because your friend just did or because the latest pop diva got one then it might be better to wait. Either way the choice is you’re to be made.






While trying to come up with a star tattoo design, your creative thoughts can go wild. The creativity and potential designs of such a down-to-earth object can increase into an awesome work of art. So where do we start when trying to find new ideas for a "star tattoo"? Acquiring ideas can be found reading books, the constellations or looking at photos of other star tattoos can help influence ideas for your own design. Using patterns such as animal prints inside a star is an alternative idea you can think about using. It can enhance the look and style of a star that is just plainly outlined.

Incorporating star tattoos with the moon is another idea that is becoming popular, as these represent the beautiful night sky. These are commonly tattooed on the shoulder or upper back but can be very versatile. Stars with trailing stardust is known as shooting stars. These tattoo designs are a favorite amongst women in particular. They can be brightly colored or plain black to fit ones personal preference. Customizing your own star tattoo is the best way to achieve a unique design and knowing for yourself that it is a one of a kind.
Star tattoo designs are growing in momentum amid the fresh and younger population of women. Girls are likely mesmerized by the star designs of the nautical, rainbow decorated stars and the shooting stars. Stars declare a variety of meanings to them, but the the majority and common basis why stars are being inked is the attraction of its beautiful designs. With that being said, star tattoos have grown to be one of the most popular tattoos sought after by many. Even the famous celebrities of Hollywood have inked their body with this straightforward tattoo design. With the celebrities flashing their star tats a lot of individuals are following their lead in getting a star tattoo.

