Heart tattoo: ideas for a stylish little tattoo

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In the song of the French band Rouge Rouge, “Love”, the lyrics are very simple and yet very deep. They consist of only one word: “Love, love, love …“.

And yes, love … If you have decided to make yourself a heart tattoo, it’s very likely about love, right?

Zoom on the origin of the iconic pictogram plus selection of the best little heart tattoos.

Heart tattoo: love forever

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Indeed, the heart is a symbol used since the beginning of time. What does it represent? Its historical origins are indeed difficult to determine, but we know that it was already used as a symbol during antiquity.

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If you have ever seen a photo of a real human heart, you know very well that it does not have the ideal shape in drawing. Today, the heart tattoo is seen rather as an idealized representation of the human heart, but it is above all a symbol of romantic love. At the time it was not the case at all …

Brief history on the origins of the heart symbol

The origins of the heart symbol remain unclear. Some historians admit that the emblematic pictogram is probably derived from the form of ivy leaves which symbolized fidelity among the Greeks and Romans. Others say that its shape was inspired by that of seines or buttocks. It remains to be seen …

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Interestingly, Buddhists also used a symbol similar to that of the drawn heart. However, in their culture, it was representative of a fig leaf symbolizing enlightenment.

There is also a theory that the shape of the drawn heart is derived from an ancient plant called “silphium“(Which no longer exists today). This plant was used as a miracle cure for pregnant women and some diseases. There is therefore a symbolic link between the mother, the child and the leaves of this plant reminiscent of the heart.

Indeed, the heart was not associated with love until the thirteenth – sixteenth century. People at the time saw the human heart as a book open to God in which he “wrote” and guided the human. At first, love was always linked to God. Romantic love, between two beings, only appears much later in the Renaissance.

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Today, for many, the heart is the ultimate symbol of love and the feast of Valentine’s Day. The heart is also the center of the emotional, the feelings and the affection. Let’s not forget that the heart is also the most important organ. A unique human organ, the heart is responsible for the proper functioning of all other organs. He’s always hot …

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The heart tattoo: a symbol rich in interpretations

You see that the symbol of heart we know today has gone through the times. Many interpretations were granted to them. However, he was always a symbol of something positive and indirectly related to love. It was not romantic love, but love in all its forms: the love between mother and child, faithful and God.

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A big or a small heart tattoo?

To tattoo a heart we will bring you only happiness! Symbol of fidelity, of enlightenment and above all of the emotional … The heart is a positive symbol and rich in meanings.

A big or a small heart tattoo? It depends on your desires, but also where you want to tattoo. On the finger, it will be rather small and minimalist, tattooed on the thigh, ankle or forearm, it can take a larger and detailed form.

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The finger tattoo: a minimalist and stylish trend

The finger tattoo is one of the most popular tattoos lately. Discreet, elegant and small – you can tattoo a little heart on one of your fingers. Permanent or temporary – it depends if you are absolutely sure in your choice.

One of the big trend in marriage lately is the tattoo ring. And yes, he will be on the fingers of lovers forever. No chance of losing it. Love forever.

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The wrist – a great place for a little heart tattoo

The wrist is also a place often chosen to make a small tattoo. If you have decided to make a permanent tattoo, know that the skin on the wrist is thinner. Tattooing does not particularly hurt, but some areas of our body are more sensitive than others.

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Heart tattoo on the neck

The Japanese believe that the neck is the most seductive part of the body. What a great place to get a heart tattoo then! The advantage of the neck tattoo is that you can hide it with your hair at any time. Like that, he remains discreet.

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The tattoo ankle – a small discreet heart

Here is another big trend, the ankle tattoo. It’s a great place to get a little heart tattoo and show it in the summer. Remember that the permanent tattoo must not be exposed to the sun for at least 6 weeks. Make yours at the end of winter if you want to have it for the summer!

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A personalized heart tattoo

The permanent tattoo is something you will wear all your life. Here’s why, you have to think carefully before getting a tattoo. In general, it is always better to start with a small tattoo that you can develop as you go. If this is your first tattoo, start slowly and think carefully about the model and the location. You can search designs and photos on the net to create / draw your custom tattoo template.

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The ephemeral tattoo to go small steps

Are you still unsure and are you unsure of a permanent tattoo? Try with a temporary tattoo! If you already have the model in mind and have chosen where to tattoo, then there is nothing easier than trying the permanent tattoo. This way, you will see how you feel and whether it is really for you. Henna tattoo, tattoo pen tattoo, airbrush tattoo with stencil … There are several possibilities of ephemeral tattoo that have the head of the real ones.

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