The flowering of the snowdrop indicates the early arrival of spring, compared to the scheduled times. The flower is indeed able to bloom as early as January, when temperatures are still very cold. The leaves are able to cross the ground even if free from ice only a few days, and with the first warm releases a very sweet scent. Because of its characteristics it is a symbol of rebirth in difficult times, inner struggle and obstinacy. According to some versions, when Adam and Eve were driven out of paradise, they were forced to cross a cold and arid land, but an angel, feeling pity for the woman's pain, blew on her some snowflakes, which when touching land turned into flowers. Snowdrops are, therefore, also a symbol of virtue, honesty, and feminine hope, light or minimal blackwork styles make them bright and delicate.

The dahlias are among the most fascinating flowers, because of their infinite quantity of colors and shades. Introducing this flower in Europe turned out to be, historically, very difficult. The journey of the bulbs was very long, from Mexico to the countries that wanted to import them. For this reason many flowers could not survive. The dahlia therefore assumed the meaning of strength and dignity, as well as beauty and elegance. Some authors, such as Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, have praised femininity many times. In the language of flowers, dahlias symbolize gratitude and affection without constraints.

The cornflower is a flower of ancient origins that unfortunately risks, today, extinction. Even for this flower is told an ancient legend: William I, king of Germany, fleeing from a battle, he found refuge in an endless field of wheat, where he found his mother, intent on reassuring the children who were with her, weaving small bunches of cornflower flowers. In the language of flowers the cornflower is a symbol of tenderness, sweetness, care, but also lightness, because of the delicacy of its colors. The watercolor style has the ability to recreate them all in their nuances

​During the sacred rituals the lily of the valley was used for its properties: it is said, in fact, that it improved performance and memory. It has always been used as a good luck charm, and was chosen by Christian Dior to adorn his line of precious evening dresses. It has an elegant and delicate shape, and symbolizes refinement and purity. In love, because of the sweet and light scent and the classic inverted bell shape, it indicates harmony and harmony with the loved one. For a minimal style, or for a tattoo to be made in pairs, it is a really perfect subject.

​Orchids have such a harmonious and sensual shape that they are wonderful in realistic style, especially if colored, or accompanied by geometric and ornamental lines and details. If in the East this flower symbolizes the perfection and harmony of childhood, in the West its meaning is strictly linked to adulthood. Orchids are generally given to those people who appreciate and return our love, expressing admiration and constant dedication. It is in fact considered an aphrodisiac flower, and therefore also expresses complicity and sensuality.

​A delicate, delicate and very tall flower, the poppy is a particular flower with a characteristic purple color. The flower indicates mystery, abandoning oneself to one's senses, letting go, forgetfulness. The legends narrated on poppies are many, and one of the oldest is that which tells of Genghis Khan, Mongolian emperor, who brought with him poppy seeds to be spread on the battlefield after each victory, to remember those who had sacrificed for the own empire and render them honor. It is therefore a symbol of struggle, strength, courage and loyalty, and our advice is to create them in a watercolor or sketch tattoo style.

​For a more winter period, instead, we propose a plant linked to Christmas, which with its pungent leaves has always been at the center of winter tales and ancient traditions: holly. In pagan symbology, and then in Christian symbolism, holly represented an effective good luck against evil spirits. Its pungent leaves and its ability to withstand high temperatures made this plant strong and invincible, at the center of winter festivals and rites. On our skin it represents luck, strength, and resistance, and it is a beautiful image especially if it is made in color.

​Flowers have always been one of the favorite subjects for tattoos, but looking for new details, styles and meanings is our goal. Help us too by proposing something new and sought after, and tell us your stories to look together for the flower that can best describe them.
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 The first tattoo as we know, is a very important step for anyone and obviously in many ways it can be unnerving.
Many "tattoos" are intimidated by the word "forever", so we thought to put together 7 useful tips that will certainly help you!

1. TRUST THE ARTIST (He knows what he does)
In most cases, those who enter a tattoo shop already have clear ideas about the subject to be tattooed and obviously also have good expectations about the final result. The best thing to do then is to explain in every detail your vision to the tattoo artist (do not forget anything), any detail will help the artist create the tattoo you have always wanted.
In any case, if the artist gives you some suggestions or proposes some stylistic changes, try to follow him and listen to him, he knows what he is doing and at the end of the day your tattoo will be his best advertisement.

2. GET A UNIQUE TATTOO
Every day we see hundreds of beautiful tattoos worn by other people, acquaintances or friends. It's too easy to open a magazine and say ... I WANT THIS. But why get some tattoo that has already been done? Our body is unique and so is every tattoo! Even if it is a subject that has already been tattooed hundreds of times, ask your tattoo artist for advice and you will see that it will help you make it unique.

3. ECONOMIC TATTOO = BAD TATTOO
One of the most important issues when it comes to tattooing is definitely the price.
Many people still today seek the tattoo artist "that costs less" and this does nothing but destroy the market but above all to destroy the skin of people who rely on fake professionals.
Guys, a nice tattoo costs. Think about it, would you be branded for life by the first that happens? Or would you rather find an established professional with a few years of experience?
A tattoo is an investment made on our body, so consider this factor of vital importance!

4. PAIN IS PART OF THE GAME
"But here it hurts? What's the most painful place? I'm afraid of needles I can not get tattooed! Blood makes sense to me "
Tattooing hurts, there is no excuse ... Anyone who has tried can confirm it, there is no excuse to hold! Advice? Clench your teeth and be strong, it is a pain that can be resisted!
Sure there are some points where our skin is more sensitive than others (in the next days we will post a "pain map") and obviously the more the tattoo will be bigger and the more annoying it will give. For this reason, if you are a bit frightening, do a good search and look for the ideal position to get a tattoo. (in the most extreme cases ask for an anesthetic cream to the tattoo artist!)

5. CARE TATTOO IS NOT AN OPTIONAL
Tattoo care is essential, if you want the result to always be nice and clean then listen to the advice of your tattoo artist, will show you how to treat and clean your new tattoo.
In any case the rules are always the same: Rinse the tattoo with warm water and neutral soap, let it breathe as much as possible and apply the cream that will recommend the tattoo artist. That's all.

6. BE AGITATED ... IS NORMAL!
When you take care of your first tattoo you will a little apprehensive, this is normal, so do not be afraid if in the first 2 or 3 "wash" with warm water you will see ink coming out of the tattoo ... No, you're falling apart! It's normal, do not worry and above all do not call your tattoo artist in the middle of the night!
Another thing that can happen is to see the small crusts formed on the tattoo, this is normal, the important thing is not to deliberately remove them and continue to put the cream.

7. CHOOSE THE TATTOO ARTIST MORE SUITABLE FOR YOUR STYLE!
Last advice, but probably the most important: Choose the most appropriate tattoo artist for your needs!
Outside is full of tattoo artists, now you will find a tattoo studio in every corner of your city ... DO NOT trust the first you meet, we will never tire of telling you. Do a good research and do not be afraid to move from your city, there are many very good artists around you, just look for them.
Focus on those artists who respond to your stylistic needs, look at their work and get advice!
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WHAT ARE THE MOST PAINFUL PLACES TO GET A TATTOO?
You can then find those that are the most sensitive and delicate points of our body in which to make a beautiful tattoo ... (yes, I can fully confirm that the most painful point after the elbow ... is the cost !!
Are you planning to make your first tattoo? Or are you thinking of doing the next one?

THE VOTES OF OUR EXPERTS
(0: LESS PAIN - 10: MORE PAIN)
HEAD: 8.5
CHEST: 8
ELBOW: 9
NATICS: 6
INTERNAL THIGHS: 7.5
FEET: 5.5
FACE: 10+
HAND: 8.5
COST: 10 ++
ANKLE: 5.5
 
The other points, like the wrist, the calf, the shoulders or the forearm do not make it as bad as the latter! So if you are thinking of getting a tattoo in one of these points you can be more relaxed.
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​The first tattoo means: GOLDEN PIG
The second tattoo means: STUPID BITTER

​Increasingly, for mere esterophilia, some people decide to tattoo Chinese and Japanese characters ... But are we really sure that they know the meaning? Let's find out together!
 The "fashion" of the tattoo representing Chinese and / or Japanese ideograms has spread throughout the West for several years now,
especially at the beginning of the 2000s where most of the small / medium sized tattoos depicted gothic or Japanese / Chinese ideograms ...
Even today many people reserve part of their epidermis for this type of tattoo. But how many of them are able to relate with certainty the meaning of what they carry on their skin?
Browsing the web we found everything, the most serious cases are those related to writing "upside down". That is, the tattoo artist, not knowing in the least the ideograms or meanings of them, tattooed the unsuspecting customer by reversing the character of 180 °. Why? it's a mistery!
Very often we choose a Chinese character because it is considered beautiful to the eye, but what happens if the translation is not as pleasant?
We get testimonies from every part of the globe ... Some tattoo artists should take an accelerated course of Ideograms before tattooing a client:

​We leave the ambiguous translations to our readers 😉
Tattoos inspired by Chinese or Japanese culture are magnificent and full of meaning, for this reason it is necessary to go to specialized tattoo artists!
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It happens very often when you have so many tattoos that you can tell how brave you are or how unconscious you are. We find people trying to make us change our mind about filling ourselves with tattoos, telling us that it's easy now that we're young, but we have not come to terms with the passage of time.

The truth is that we know perfectly what eternity means, because we have chosen to bring the events of life on our skin every day.
Moreover, it is not so true that tattoos will not remain beautiful when we are old. Why? Let's find out right away ...
Although even in the best-kept tattoos the color tends genuinely to lose intensity, the most surprising thing is that the tattooed elderly who are beginning to appear on the world scene still show perfect designs that have gradually evolved and adapted to the changes in their skin . How is this adaptation possible?
The needles with which the tattoos are made allow the color to enter the various layers of the epidermis without reaching the dermis.
Tattoos when we are old as the skin reacts to the tattoo here there are the macrophage bacteria, which are activated by the immune system because of the wounds caused by the realization of the tattoo itself. These bacteria "eat" the ink trying to eliminate it, but they can not do it completely. Indeed, part of the ink that they try to ingest is "held back" and this is what makes the tattoo something permanent.

For the same reason, over time, the tattoos are perfectly integrated with the bacteria of the "aged" skin and manage to stay alive and alive!
This leads to perfect tattoos on unsuspectingly attractive bodies just because they are tattooed.
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​From the actors to the singers, to footballers and influencers, there are more and more celebrities who choose to draw on their skin their favorite characters of cartoons and comics.
For 7 tattoo artists out of 10 in fact they are the most popular characters during the holidays: among the most popular Mickey Mouse, Spider-Man and Batman.
A real trend that has affected for example Harry Styles, Ed Sheeran, Tom Holland and Lorenzo Insigne.
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