Arms tattoo

When you’re looking at tattoos on old people, and they are all faded and oddly shaped (the tattoos, not the people), you tend to instantly think about your own ink and - oh lordy! - whether they will look just as bad as the images you see in front of you. Well, we come bearing good news! Usually, the old people with tattoos you meet had theirs done decades ago, in times of poorer tattooing hygiene, not as good inks, and usually by a not-so-professional artist. So, chances are, your own…

Another one of Kyle’s tattoos, this time shot at the @metmuseum #tattoo | Instagram

Check out these 35 Memento Mori tattoo designs, each telling its own unique tale! Gallery of minimalist symbols to detailed skeletal designs!

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Getting a tattoo is a permanent commitment, an inseparable part of your identity. So, before getting inked, ask yourself what kind of tattoo reflects your authentic self. Luckily, there are plenty of tattoo designs that defy time and passing trends. If you are looking for something bold, why not try old-school tattoos? We’ve got a bunch of American traditional tattoo ideas to inspire you.

They know tattoos are permanent, right?