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Sarah
Expert July 2021 Ontario

Tattoos on Bride

Sarah, on October 3, 2019 at 16:48 Posted in Before the wedding 0 20
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What are your thoughts on having visible tattoos on the bride? I have one n my forearm that I don’t mind for the big day but I am sooo wanting to add to my arm but I am paranoid about how it’ll look on the big day... i want some flowers on my shoulder .. thoughts?? Anyone have any experience with tattoo concealer? I know the tattoo would be part of who I am and everything but I’m just feeling traditional or something and wondering if I should wait go get more ink (wedding is inAug)

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Latest activity by Joannie, on October 9, 2019 at 20:19
  • Joannie
    Curious September 2019 Quebec
    Joannie ·
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    I think it makes your photos even more personalized. I have half a sleeve and i think the photos turned out beautiful😊
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  • Sarah
    Expert July 2021 Ontario
    Sarah ·
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    Thanks everyone for your comments. You’re really inspiring me to get it done!!!
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  • Vanessa
    Beginner June 2021 Quebec
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    If getting the new tattoo makes you happy then go for it. I have tattoos but on my legs so they wont show but even if they did, it wouldn't bother me. Im also considering getting more and they would be visible on my wedding day (september 2020) Do as you wish, and what makes you the happiest Smiley smile

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  • Renée
    Beginner May 2023 Ontario
    Renée ·
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    I have a tattoo on my left shoulder. It's a small one but I'll definitely be showing it on my wedding day
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  • Jalisa
    Newbie August 2025 Ontario
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    I don't have any tattoos...yet lol...but I don't see anything wrong with adding anymore art. It's your wedding, and your tattoos are apart of you and who you are. Flaunt them!
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  • Stephanie
    Frequent user July 2021 Ontario
    Stephanie ·
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    I have a piece on my back and only the top will show slightly and I have one on my wrist and it doesn't bother me at all.
    I am more bothered by my 2 larger moles that will show in my dress Smiley smile
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  • Ashley
    VIP August 2020 Ontario
    Ashley ·
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    Ive seen the tattoo concealer on insta it looks like it works lol. but if you love tattoos you can show them off!!

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  • Samantha
    Super June 2021 Ontario
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    3 of mine will be visible in my dress and have no problem with them being shown off. I didn't even think about them when I chose my dress honestly lol I just chose the dress I fell in love with

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  • Alix
    Expert June 2021 Saskatchewan
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    I think it is fine to show your tattoos. I actually wanted to make sure my dress didnt cover my half sleeve. I have attached a couple of photos. These are my tattoos that will be visible on the day.

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  • Michelle
    Expert October 2021 Nova Scotia
    Michelle ·
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    I just chose my dress keeping in mind that I wanted my tattoos to be visible, especially the two on my left arm, so I went with illusion sleeves.

    I've used tattoo concealer before and it sucks. Even the highest coverage concealer will need to be caked on and uncomfortable. Plus it looks really strange to have makeup on a part of your arm.

    Definitely add to your tattoos if you're craving ink, a floral piece on your shoulder would be a lovely accent peeking out from behind a strap or neckline.

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  • Allison
    Master October 2019 Ontario
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    My friend got married in June and has a back/shoulder tattoo - you can see that she didn't bother covering it up lol

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    I'd say if if it's something you really want, I wouldn't bother covering it up - it is a part of who you are. Definitely don't cover something up because you want to look more "traditional".

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  • Janaya
    Expert August 2019 Saskatchewan
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    I would go for it! if your wedding is a year away you said in august I would just do it! make sure you give yourself enough time to heal!

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  • Sarah
    Expert July 2021 Ontario
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    I do want haha we’ll see
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  • Sarah
    Expert July 2021 Ontario
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    Love it!!!
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  • Sarah
    Expert July 2021 Ontario
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    Beautiful way to put it thank you
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  • Madisyn
    Expert February 2020 Ontario
    Madisyn ·
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    I have 3 tattoos, two of which will be visible in my dress. My logic is that if I wanted something on my body forever (and if I wanted to carry the meaning with me always), then I should also want to honour them on one of the most important days of my life.
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  • Rayanne
    Master June 2022 Ontario
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    It's totally a personal decision. I love other peoples tattoos although I don't think I'll ever get one. If it's something you want go for it.
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  • Katelyn
    Super October 2019 Ontario
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    Thanks! I mean it's your day you can do what you want. Here's a photo of my dress/chest piece.

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  • Sarah
    Expert July 2021 Ontario
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    Love your attitude and confidence
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  • Katelyn
    Super October 2019 Ontario
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    I bought a dress specifically to show off my chest piece. My tattoos are all so important to me. I don't have a single one that isn't important to me. 3 out of 4 will be visible on my day. I say if it's you do you girl.
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