threebyfate Posted April 24, 2012 Posted April 24, 2012 Coutoure? Lol. I was refering to the sweats and shorts with what are commonly refered to as whore tags written on the butt.You don't recognize the designer label? That's what I'm referring to. As far as "whore tags", this says more about the individual using such an expression, than the women who have chosen to wear some very comfortable sweats.
Stupid Girl Posted April 24, 2012 Posted April 24, 2012 People without tats below the age of 30ish have become the anomalies, not the norm. This is so true. I was looking back on those past threads Tara linked to, and I was in shock at the small-minded judgmental attitude going on amongst people (dare I say...men?) I can only assume are baby boomers or older. If I, in my age group, were to make the sort of ignorant character judgments as to write off anybody with tattoos, I would be very restricted, if not totally isolated, in my social interactions. It's called getting over being old fashioned and getting with the times. 1
threebyfate Posted April 24, 2012 Posted April 24, 2012 This is so true. I was looking back on those past threads Tara linked to, and I was in shock at the small-minded judgmental attitude going on amongst people (dare I say...men?) I can only assume are baby boomers or older. If I, in my age group, were to make the sort of ignorant character judgments as to write off anybody with tattoos, I would be very restricted, if not totally isolated, in my social interactions. It's called getting over being old fashioned and getting with the times.I'm Gen-X and had to get beyond my own biases about tats and accept that it's just another generational trend. Doesn't mean I have to like them, just means that they're not indicative of any negative personality traits as being grossly assumed. Book, cover...
Author sid3 Posted April 24, 2012 Author Posted April 24, 2012 This is so true. I was looking back on those past threads Tara linked to, and I was in shock at the small-minded judgmental attitude going on amongst people (dare I say...men?) I can only assume are baby boomers or older. If I, in my age group, were to make the sort of ignorant character judgments as to write off anybody with tattoos, I would be very restricted, if not totally isolated, in my social interactions. It's called getting over being old fashioned and getting with the times. Tattoos are more like the norm as far as I can tell these days. And I agree TBF, it does say something about the individual.And they do look comfortable, that's what I like about them the most;)
MrNate 2.0 Posted April 24, 2012 Posted April 24, 2012 Eh, I honestly find nothing wrong with tramp stamps...one the right people. Then again, I'm a fan of tattoos myself. I view them as often telling a story about someone, and it often gives you insight into what kind of person they are.
Author sid3 Posted April 24, 2012 Author Posted April 24, 2012 I'm pretty sure she's a tramp, regardless of the stamp. Still, its good to ask questions.
MrNate 2.0 Posted April 24, 2012 Posted April 24, 2012 I'm pretty sure she's a tramp, regardless of the stamp. Still, its good to ask questions. Why don't you just get to know her?
Gaye Posted April 24, 2012 Posted April 24, 2012 When I see a tramp stamp, I also see jaeger bombs, loud screeching, too much drugs and booze, unsafe sex practices, impulsiveness, flakiness, financial irresponsibility, frivolity, lack of any social class or style, boorishness, bad musical taste, general ignorance of the world around them. I didn't just wake up one day and decide this, it's from seeing dozens and hundreds of the "stamped" engaging in the above listed behaviors that aren't compatible with me or my lifestyle. Once I see hundreds of well-balanced, healthy, interesting, classy, accomplished, kindhearted women with tramp stamps I will change my tune. Not holding my breath though. I have five tattoos, each one represents something meaningful and important to me. Yes one is in the region that is classed a tramp stamp, but I must admit I had never heard of that when I had mine done. I am a grandmother of 3 and mother of 4 wonderful girls. I have never taken drugs, I am not into getting drunk and am not engaged in any of the above listed behaviours. I have a full time job and have four adult well adjust daughters whom I raised alone. I dont judge people by appearances, my tattoos are for me alone.
Author sid3 Posted April 24, 2012 Author Posted April 24, 2012 Why don't you just get to know her? After spending some time with her I think can find better investments for my time.
RedRobin Posted April 25, 2012 Posted April 25, 2012 I have a very accomplished, sweet friend, who is a loving mother and faithful wife. She told me years ago that she has a smiley face tattooed on one of her butt cheeks. You would never see it unless you'd become intimate with her (we've been at the pool doing laps before and I never saw it). I dunno. It kind of suits her. Not sure why she ever got it. For her, it was probably a generational thing. I've also had friends who were pretty much tattooed from head to toe. Yea, they were a little out there. But they stood by me during some hard times in my life. I'm pretty good at staying out of other people's drama though (boy, they had it!!). I guess you could say they were tolerant of me too, being kind of the 'square' in the bunch. Being around some of the people I've been around... I can say for sure that some of the crappiest people I've ever met had no tattoos. For instance, I bet that John Edwards guy doesn't have any. I've thought about getting a tattoo before, but just can't imagine committing to that one thing on my body the rest of my life. I like the idea of a temporary one though. Always thought henna was really pretty. Not a 'tramp stamp'... I'm talking about the kind one gets on their hands and arms.
RedRobin Posted April 25, 2012 Posted April 25, 2012 Actually, indigenous people's all over the world have gotten tattoos. That is where the practice originally came from. It was done to signify all kinds of rites of passage. The henna I just mentioned is done for weddings in some cultures. That said, it isn't done on the lower back like that... It is a form of ornamentation. Don't get me wrong.. I totally understand the relevance in standard Western culture. It's just that it (tattoos) aren't really a new thing at all. Tattoo - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
RedRobin Posted April 25, 2012 Posted April 25, 2012 I'm close to a couple of young men (brothers) through family connections. Their father died young due to a genetic condition. These two young men tattooed a film reel over their hearts (their dad was a cinematographer). They are filling in the blanks in the film reel with symbols that were special to them. Will getting that tattoo bring their dad back? No. But I'm not going to judge them for it. I'm pretty sure the design didn't come from any 'picture' book. Their father was part Cherokee indian. Not one of the tribes that traditionally got tattoos, but they were sympathetic to indigenous peoples. Sorry. Just had to make a point.
xxoo Posted April 25, 2012 Posted April 25, 2012 (edited) What is your age, that you are a grandma? Your answer has the potential of proving the tramp stamp thesis right I don't know how there's any way you can come out of this unscathed. If you're young, the tattoo stereotype is true. If you're old, it's even worse, because until recently only sailors and hookers used to get them. She could have gotten the tattoos in recent years, even if she isn't "young". When do you think tattoos became popular? I entered adulthood in the early 1990s, and tattoos were already becoming popular among my peer group, along with body piercings. That was over 20 years ago already. Edited April 25, 2012 by a LoveShack.org Moderator
kaylan Posted April 25, 2012 Posted April 25, 2012 Girls with tattoos on their lower back (right above the butt) are pretty slutty because I see all the strippers having them and plus you see them when your doing her doggystyle which reminds you that your with a stripper? Girls with big tattoos on their arms and legs are not very attractive either...I mean who do they think they are, guys? Stupid closeminded post is stupid and closeminded. Whats does gender have to do with tattoos? People get tattoos for a variety of reasons and I think its fine if men or women get them anywhere they want. Its their body. I have 2 myself. I have a tattoo on my left pectoral and a half sleeve on my right arm that will be a full sleeve soon. The tattoos are tributes to two of my musical inspirations. They also serve as a fashion statement. I think they look cool and I plan to get a couple more. 1 on my right back and maybe one on my v cut. Not sure if ill ever get the last one though. Either way, its stupid to use strippers as anything indicative of most people. Some strippers have brown hair or didnt finish high school. Does that mean all people with brown hair or who got GEDs are sluts? Some strippers dont have tattoos at all...so you made a crappy point. I personally like a chick with tattoos, especially if shes the kind of chick who cleans up well too like I do. My tattoos are not visible in business attire and I think its hot that business women might have something fun under all those clothes. Tons of different people have all kinds of tattoos nowadays. Hell I have an eyebrow ring, lip piercing and 4g ear stretches. You wouldnt know that about me if you saw me during a work day. Quit being a hater.
Thieves Posted April 25, 2012 Posted April 25, 2012 (edited) I have to say, while I am a fan of well done tattoos in general, I'm not so much a fan of the so-called 'tramp stamps'. Even so, I don't like calling them that, as it automatically assumes something about the person they're on. It's unwise to assume that unless you actually know more about them. Call it 'politically correctly', doesn't matter. I just don't approve of judging a person in a matter of seconds just because they have a bit of ink on them in a specific place. Back to the topic, as said, I'm pretty much a fan of tattoos... especially if they're extremely artistic (I've noticed actual painters or professional artists tend to have the most beautiful creative tattoos -- naturally). I also think this quick negative judgment of women with tattoos is ridiculous. I like both men and women, and I think some girls actually look better with their tattoos since it's just another extension of themself. Don't know why, but it just suits them. Edited April 25, 2012 by Thieves
lino Posted April 25, 2012 Posted April 25, 2012 (edited) i can't believe how judgemental men are about women with tattoos.... There have been many famale posters in this forum putting sh*t on men for having certain types of tattoos as well. Like another member said, there are plenty of tramps without stamps too. I don't judge anyone on their tatts but then again, I'm someone with quite a few of them. For the record, I have no problem with women who have a 'tramp stamp' tatt. Edited April 25, 2012 by a LoveShack.org Moderator Edited Quote
Gaye Posted April 25, 2012 Posted April 25, 2012 (edited) I am 48 years old and did not get my first tattoo until I was 30, a small butterfly to remember my twins who died at a very young age. A few years later after my abusive marriage ended and I had rediscovered my independence I had another tattoo to symbolize this. Edited April 25, 2012 by a LoveShack.org Moderator Edited quote and response
RedRobin Posted April 25, 2012 Posted April 25, 2012 Doesn't shock me that the same people who fall for the Tattoo fad, also claim to be part Cherokee. No need to 'claim'. They have plenty of history to prove it. Anyway, it's ok that you don't like tattoos. I couldn't bring myself to do it. Not because of what others think. Just because it is so... permanent. There are things that are meant to fade away. Some memories, for instance. Even the example of their father's passing that they had memorialized on their bodies... IMHO, every time they look in the mirror and see their reflection, they could see their dad. No need for a tattoo. I'm not a big picture taker for that reason either. There are some things I'd rather just save in my mind's eye and nowhere else. 1
William Posted April 25, 2012 Posted April 25, 2012 (edited) One member got a permanent vacation for their comments in this thread. Who chooses to be next? I'll let the quotes stand, rather than take 20 minutes to edit everything, so folks can see how the process works. No, I changed my mind; I think I'll re-read this thread. I think I've been too easy. Temporarily closed for moderator review. Re-opened for civil discourse. Editing only took ten minutes. Let's work towards zero minutes. Edited April 25, 2012 by William
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