![]() There are plenty of celebrities who chose sleeve tattoo designs. Keep in mind that there will probably be long breaks – a couple of weeks on average – between sessions, to give your tattoo time to heal before the next part is done. The process is therefore long and, as you’re likely aware, painful. It’s not uncommon for full sleeves to take more than 50 hours. Obviously, the more detailed the tattoo, the longer it’s going to take. Your tattoo artist should be able to give you an estimate of how long it’s going to take, but prepare for a minimum of ten to fifteen hours for the simplest designs. When it comes to full sleeves, the actual tattooing process is definitely going to take more than one session. Particularly if you want your tattoo to wrap all the way around your arm, as is common with sleeves, it’s essential to have a clear plan on what the tattoo is going to look like. The first step involves working with your chosen tattoo artist to design your sleeve. It’s important to carefully consider every tattoo you get, but doubly so when it comes to a sleeve. While smaller tattoos can be covered up with another design if need be, full sleeve tattoo designs are bold and prominent enough that in the vast majority of cases, once you get a sleeve, you’re stuck with it. The idea of actually getting a sleeve tattoo can seem intimidating for some – and let’s face it, with good reason. A half-sleeve covers – you’ve guessed it – half of the arm, either from the elbow down or from the elbow up.Ī tattoo extending from the shoulder midway down the upper arm is sometimes referred to as a quarter-sleeve. What makes the tattoo sleeve distinct is the fact that it is a single large design, rather than a collection of smaller tattoos.įull sleeve tattoo designs will extend from the wrist to the shoulder. You could have plenty of tattoos all the way down your arm, and it wouldn’t be a sleeve. There is a difference between a sleeve tattoo and arm tattoos. This means that a sleeve tattoo can include any style, elements, and colors – any tattoo that covers the arm from the wrist to the shoulder will be defined as a sleeve tattoo. The term ‘sleeve tattoo’ refers only to the placement and size of the tattoo. Since sleeves look just as awesome on women as they do on men, it’s good to see sleeves becoming popular among all genders lately.Ĭheck out the gallery below for loads of ideas for tattoo sleeves for men and women, and read on for more information on designs and the tattooing process. Sleeve tattoos are the ultimate tattoo dream for many.Ī unified design covering the entire arm has always been a popular choice, though admittedly until relatively recently, it was much more common among men than women. ![]() Looking for some sleeve tattoo ideas? Get inspired by these amazing designs as we shortlist our favorites.
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