Desires in Ink

I have an obsession with backs which I think may also be why I like backless dresses. One of my secret desires, that I know I'll never do, is get a huge tattoo across my back. I find this one lovely.

*Merci We Heart It*

What is your secret desire?

Couture Ink

Its finally Paris Fashion Week and I am being swept away by the beautiful things that never cease to amaze me as they strut down the runway. This is the closest I have ever lived to a fashion week since Paris is only a couple hours drive away, how I wish I had tickets to any of those shows! Be looking for a Paris FW special coming soon darlings!

I loved this photo I found on We Heart It, and I love how fashion is embracing that tattoo feel in full force. Couture is something so permanently ingrained in this industry that it is only fitting to see it portrayed as a tattoo. Important, permanent, and prevalent.

What would be the word on your tattoo mes cheries?

Tat Me Up!

I love tattoos. I love that they are personal and artistic. I love that each one has a story and I love listening to those stories. I feel my generation has pushed through tattoo stereotypes. They are no longer just for bikers and their "Stairway to Heaven" loving females, you can see them on artists, teachers, sorority girls, and a plethora of surprising characters.

But as many are apprehensive about the permanent characteristic of tattoos, and rightfully so, a new market has popped up across retailing to fill this interest with its temporary preference. No, I am not talking about the temporary tattoos that you applied with washcloths as a kid and then stubbornly refused to wash off, even after only half your Barbie princess or pirate was left. See for yourself: Here are the runway shows of Ed Hardy, Karl Lagerfeld, and Jean Paul Gautier. Personally, I am smitten with the Lagerfeld arm cuffs!

*photos compliments of style.com*

In conjunction with the wave of Rockabilly appreciators and vintage fiends, a refound love for the original sailor tattoo work like anchors, hearts, and pin ups, have surfaced. Homage to the art's original roots and its later evolution have begun appearing on clothing and accessories everywhere in the last couple years. And personally, I can't stop drooling!

1. Love Hate Pillows - Sacred Stitches

2. Koi Fish Cufflinks - Little Angels Jewelry

3. Custom Skull Wallet - Made by Lauren B

4. Koi Fish Tank - AH Peele

5. Skull Chair - Mama Tried Studios

6. Tattoo Sole Heels - Ed Hardy

7. Tattoo Wedding Cake - Cake Central

8. Tattoo Panty Hose - Tattoo Socks

9. Sparrow Wall Banner - Beepart

*photos compliments of their respective shops*

And good news! Little Angels Jewelry is offering a $2 discount on any purchases with the Promotion Code: EMBELLISH in the note to seller. Given many of the items are already affordable, for example the Koi Cufflinks are $12, that is a nice deal!

How do you wish to rock your temporary tattoo look?