• Inconspicuous Designs – For men that don’t want to be too outgoing, it’s important to consider how your design might be received by haters. Here’s an example: if you live in a highly homophobic neighborhood, getting a tattoo that says “Gay & PROUD!” might not be what you’re looking for. In that case, getting a tattoo that’s a bit more subtle could be a smart idea. Something like a triangle (which is a symbol of gay pride) isn’t as flamboyant but will still be understood by its intended audience on online dating sites or in specific bars and clubs!
• Bold Decisions – On the other hand, you might not give AF about what the haters think. If so, that’s great—you’ll have way more tattoo options! More basic options include the Pride flag; more flamboyant tattoos could even be something like your favorite male actor in the nude!
• Deeply Personal Tattoos – Many people like to get tattoos that have a deep personal meaning to them. This could be the handwriting of a loved one lost, an image of a place dear to your heart, or a portrait of a personal hero. While many people tend to get tattoos of their lover (or their handwriting), we highly recommend AGAINST doing this. That said, your choice of ink is a personal choice, so get whatever you want (just use some common sense!).

Although the idea of getting a tattoo can certainly be intimidating, most men find that (in the long run) their tattoo brings them a lot of happiness and self-pride. Some choose to commemorate their dating conquests with ink; others carry a single tattoo through life as a sign of a deeply personal connection they made with their dating partner or a close relative. While we can’t specifically recommend that you get a tattoo (they’re not for everyone!), we do recommend at least considering the idea. Who knows: you could get addicted!