Visible tattoos used to have a negative association, but today, they’re increasingly accepted within the workplace. One of the most popular areas for inking is on the neck.
Side of the Neck
The side of your neck may not be as delicate a spot as its front counterpart, but it still contains plenty of soft areas and crevices for needles to poke into. Furthermore, its proximity to where your spine runs makes this experience painful if you’re unfamiliar with getting your hands stuck into such delicate body parts. Tattoos on the side of necks may cause discomfort, but they can be stunningly beautiful when done right.
The nape of the neck is another popular place for tattoos to appear. Celebrities like Justin Bieber have chosen it, with his latest being an intricate rose design on his nape. Tattoos in this area tend to be less noticeable and easily hidden by hair, making this choice suitable for less prominent designs like roses.
Front of the Neck
The front of the neck can be one of the most uncomfortable tattoo spots, as its thin skin, prominent Adam’s Apple bone, and sensitive nerve receptors make for an excruciatingly painful tattoo process. Breathing difficulties make breathing during this procedure particularly unbearable without an anesthetic cream being applied beforehand. Popular choices for this area are quote or name tattoos, which come in any size and style. A thin to medium script font works best to avoid too heavy an impression on the body.
Neo-traditional tattoo designs make an excellent choice for the neck. Reminiscent of American traditional styles while remaining less limited in subject matter and color options, this bib-style neckpiece features leaf motifs that transition into Asian wave and flower designs. At the same time, the script “love” adds balance. Although complex in its construction, its finished result remains visually cohesive and striking.
Back of the Neck
Patterned tattoo designs make an excellent choice for the back of your neck. Choose between different formats or even a quote – just be sure to have it done in black ink, as that gives a more striking appearance. Roses symbolize love and beauty, while sunflowers can represent joy and happiness! Tattoos at the nape of the neck tend to be discreet as they typically sit beneath longer hair or a collar and give off more intimate vibes than Tattoos on shoulders or chest.
This tattoo design for the neck is an understated yet eye-catching example of an eye-catching and striking neck tattoo design. Featuring an understated geometric reverse bib with mehndi-style flower petals, this is an eye-catching yet understated way to express yourself, show off your style, and stand out. Plus, with so many exciting and creative patterns surrounding the design, it creates an unusual yet eye-catching tattoo!
Nape
Men looking to add an eye-catching “collar effect” often opt for neck Tattoos at the nape of their neck. Small Tattoos work best here; Roman numerals, single words inked onto your skin, or simple symbols can look fantastic in this location. The nape of your neck refers to the back of your neck where a ponytail might rest or where a shoulder massage might touch; it may also refer to specific parts of the head in poetic or descriptive writing.
Neo-traditional tattoo designs are an excellent choice for neck tattoos, giving artists plenty of creative freedom when choosing subjects and approaches to designs. For instance, this grayscale portrait of a lion takes an illustrative approach, which adds to its beauty and impact; its dark yet powerful nature will surely impress viewers and is also suitable for horror fans wanting a permanent reminder of their genre with something sinister on their necks.
