Sienna Miller's Star Tattoo

Shooting star tattoos are currently one of the most sought after tattoo designs. Their popularity continues to rise because they are attractive and eye catching. The symbolic value of shooting star tattoos is connected to the belief that these types of stars make wishes come true. It is believed that if anyone wishes on a shooting star, his or her wish will be fulfilled. People who choose to ink themselves with shooting star tattoos and designs symbolically carry with them the hope that anything they desire will be availed to them. Typical designs incorporate both large and small stars that reduce in size as the stars reach the bottom of the design. This imagery is often very attractive and nice to look at. The result is a magical tattoo of many stars that are sprinkled all over a particular area of the body or skin. As the stars continue to decrease in size, they appear to be little trinkets that manage to cover a substantial area without being too overwhelming. This symbol of good luck is both appealing and meaningful. Some men may shy away from shooting star tattoos and designs but the reality is that this particular type of tattoo is appropriate for both men and women.

These types of tattoos symbolize good luck, success, and wishes for good things in life. they also represent the concept of grabbing opportunities when they arise. The fleeting moment of a shooting star means that the precious moment should not be allowed to slip away. Shooting stars are also commonly referred to as falling stars. Falling star tattoos have become more common and they are highly recommended for people who want to make a statement without being too over the top. They are an opportunity for people to express how they feel and give other people an idea of whom they are and what they feel about life. This is why it always important to choose tattoo designs that one will be comfortable with for a long time. Shooting star tattoos and designs are amazing art forms and a skilled artist can bring out the wonder of these stars on a person's skin. A tattoo is an investment in body art that can either be for public viewing or personal pleasure and reflection.

There are many types of shooting star tattoo designs and these are based on personal tastes and preferences that determine what the tattoo will eventually look like. With imagination and creativity, shooting star designs can be incorporated into other shapes for people who want to steer away from more conventional tattoo designs. The popular design constitutes the image of stars of different sizes spreading across the design to provide the feeling of stars shooting away. Ideally, this should be the standard image but to make it more unique, other images can surround the design. These images include flame tattoo deigns and pictures of the moon that can beautifully frame the stars. The aesthetic composition of shooting star tattoos is a key reason why more and more people are choosing to ink this particular design on different parts of their bodies. The design has a cultural or spiritual significance to some people but for others, the undeniable beauty of the tattoo is enough to convince them to try it out. Famous celebrities have not been left out of the trend and there is a high demand for shooting star tattoos in the entertainment industry. This also inspires many young people and young people at heart to choose the design.

The typical presentation of shooting star tattoo designs is a large star that provides the point of focus. Numerous small stars that continue to decrease in size as they gradually move away from the large star in a trail surround this large star. The design is usually done in black ink but the use of bright, varied colors is also recommended. Women especially like to use bright colors on their star tattoos. They also add more magic to the design by placing other images aside from the small stars. Standard designs provide a basis or backdrop for what the tattoo can look like but a tattoo artist can add something extra to make the tattoo completely unique. A key advantage of shooting star tattoos is that they are simple and easy for skilled artists to create. Creativity is essential during the process and it is important for the artist to have a clear understanding of the type of tattoo that a person wants. To gather ideas regarding the best styles for shooting tattoos and designs, it is a good idea to go through an online gallery of designs that can serve as a guide. This will ensure that there will be no disappointment or regret after the tattoo is completed.

The popular or preferred parts of the body where shooting star tattoos are commonly placed are the stomach, ankle, nape of the neck, shoulder, and arm. Many people are placing the tattoo on their abdomen but this more of a personal choice than a fad. The tattoo can actually be placed anywhere, depending on a particular individual's style and affinity for pain. This is because certain parts of the body are more painful to tattoo than others. The placement of the tattoo design also depends on how visible a person would like the tattoo to be. If the tattoo is supposed to be seen regularly, the neck is a good option. The back would be a discrete option for people who rarely or v=never expose their backs. A single star is ideal for the ankle or shoulder. A group of stars looks good when placed on the shoulder or along the abdomen area as a delicate trail of stars. Stars with bright flames are very striking and aesthetically pleasing. The brighter the flame the better. Comets also work well with shooting star tattoos and designs. The stars can be black, colorful or simply outlines. These celestial bodies have long been popularly depicted in art. With tattoos being the next frontier of the art world for many people, there is no wonder that this is a favored type of tattoo today. Whatever meaning or whether there is a meaning or not to a person's shooting star tattoo, it is sure to be attractive and not something likely to be regretted later.

Star tattoos seem to be a pretty old and yet a very popular design. It is one of the most requested custom designs. Why are they so popular and are they over rated? You know there is this on going controversy between the "tattoo traditionalists" and the new generation of "tattooers". I put those in quotes because they are terms that I made up for this article.

A "tattoo traditionalists" like the old school tattoos. Things that are done in black ink and nothing that would be considered popular. They feel that each tattoo should be unique and say something about the individual. They are strongly against anyone that gets a tattoo because it is a popular design. For example they are against star tattoos because of their popularity. They would most likely be against the good old tribal arm band tattoo or a barbed wire arm band etc. You know the tattoo designs that are so popular and done over and over again. The "tattoo traditionalists just hate these.

The new generation of "tattooers" are pretty much the opposite. They like what is cool and hip and want to get tattoos done that are popular and in style. They will often look at celebrity tattoos or the tattoos of friends to get their ideas from which they might do some customizing and etc. Their designs typically feature a lot of color and are bright!
I have written more about these groups in other articles so for now I will stick to the topic at hand of star tattoos. You see there is a phenomenal growth in star tattoo designs. Tons of people want to get everything from simple star tattoos, groupings of moon and star tattoos, nautical stars, and even shooting stars. Star tattoo designs are pretty much everywhere.

So who is right? Are star tattoos a great design to get done like the new generation of tattooers is doing or should you avoid them at all costs because they are not unique and they are overdone like the traditionalists would say?

Well, like all great questions in life and in the world of tattoo design the decision really is your to make. It will be your tattoo and one that you will live with for a long time. I think the best middle ground between the two groups is to just get something you like. If you like star tattoos for their own sake if they are popular or not then go ahead and get one and who cares. However if you are just getting a star tattoo because your friend just did or because the latest pop diva got one then it might be better to wait. Either way the choice is your to be made.

Star tattoo designs are extremely popular. Stars are universally regarded as a great design of tattoo to get. In this article, I'll tell you what they mean and then tell you about 5 different types of star tattoo designs that you will want to know about before getting your next tattoo.

Star Tattoo Meaning
For most people wearing them, tattoos of stars have little to no meaning. They just look nice. They are also quite neutral and do not have any real mythological or religious status unless you choose to get a star done in a particular style.

For some people, they can represent ambition or hope but for most they are quite neutral.

Star Tattoo Designs For Girls
Girls are fortunate because many tattoos of stars are considered feminine from a cultural point of view. Many of the styles of star tattoos are also feminine.

The regular star style tattoo is five sided. It may be a simple outline with no colouring within or each star may be painted in multiple colours. A popular type of tattoo in this latter style is the collection of "shooting stars". This is very common to see on the feet, the inner wrist, the hip and the ribs.

Another style of star that is done quite often consists of a black outline adjacent to an ink-less region just inside that, followed by a filling of the rest of the tattoo's centre with ink.

Star Tattoos On Neck
This is a popular type of tattoo and it comes in many forms.

One is to have a collection of shooting stars that come up from the back (or don't) and end under the hairline but above shoulder height. For example, Rihanna has a neck tattoo like this. At other times, a single star in outlined black or green ink can be found in this same location.

Another variation is to have an off-centred star on the neck such as shooting stars going towards an ear. Some girls like to get star(s) done right behind the ear. Although many people find this sexy, some people may consider this to be a "facial tattoo" and it could stop you getting some types of jobs.

Tribal Star Tattoo Designs

Tribal stars are less common than those mentioned above but they still make for a great looking tattoo. In fact, there are many more varieties of tribal star tattoos.

Some stars may appear to have depth and be in three dimensions. More commonly, a tribal tattoo will be in the Maori style. Tribal design style means that the five points on a star can be done in a style that is highly unique to you.

4 Point Star Tattoos

Most stars are drawn with 5 points. Frankly, a 4 pointed star does not look like a star and the same goes for 6 points. I strongly advise you to avoid these types of tattoo unless your artist is highly skilled and can convince you otherwise.

Star Tattoo Designs For Men

The stereotypical tattoo of a star is cute and multi-coloured and generally does not look good on a man. However, if he wants to carry this type of tattoo and he can pull it off then that's his business and who is anyone to judge.

That said, if you want something you can cope with more easily then you could opt for a tribal style tattoo and these are more neutral. A shooting star that has a tail like a comet or a meteorite is also a good choice.
The history, meaning and symbolism of nautical star tattoos is
a hotly debated topic. Today many different groups have
adopted the Nautical star tattoo as a symbol for their own

movement and they have all ascribed their own meaning and
history to the symbol. Thus has lead to a wide
disagreement as the the meaning of the tattoo.Historically
most everyone agrees that Sailors were the first people to get
nautical star tattoos. In fact the very word nautical
relates back to sailing. So this connection has been
pretty firmly established. Most people would agree the

sailors were a pretty superstitious group historically and
sailor lore abounds with superstitious and fantastical stories
of life and death and being lost at sea. Early on
sailors navigated by the stars at night and the north star
became the symbol for finding ones way home. Once you
know where the north star is you can point your ship in the
right direction to get home. So the star became a symbol
for finding ones way home or more symbolically even finding
ones path in life. Therefore many sailors would tattoo
nautical stars on their forearms as a good luck symbol in
hopes of returning home.

For the military the connection is pretty obviously point
back to the early sailors and the symbolism and meaning is the
same as the early sailors. Many military people get a
nautical star tattoo as a symbol for finding ones path home
safely. Of course this can also include more
symbolically just finding ones way in life.

Here is a quote we found from a member of the armed
services and his interpretation of the tattoo:

"I am in the United States Army, an MP who searched towns
and villages for Al Quida and insurgents. I was in Iraq for 1
year. I have a red and black nautical star on my wrist. The
reason I got it was because when I was out there, I felt it
was a guide to guide me home to my family safely. I got it so
that it would remind me that I am going to make it to see my
son grow up. I am not gay, it doesn't matter what you believe
it represents, it means something different for everyone. Out
in the desert, I would look up at the stars and think about
home. So anyone can think what they want to, that is what it
means to me. "

Punk rockers have also adopted this as a popular symbol to
have tattooed. The punk movement traces its history and
use of the nautical star tattoo back to Sailor Jerry.
Sailor Jerry is historically one one of the most famous tattoo
artists ever. He was well known for his innovative and
"cool" designs. Punks have taken this symbol and it has
very much the same meaning of finding one way in life.
Being the rugged individualists type Punks are drawing to the
symbolism of true north and finding one own unique way in
life. So the Nautical star has become a symbol for this.
You see many punk bands that have full sleeve tattoos
typically incorporate nautical star tattoos either on their
elbows or elsewhere.