So, you're getting married and you have one, some, or many tattoos. You love your tattoos. They represent you. They are an extension of your personality. And you paid a lot of damn money for those bad boys.
The ultimate question for most brides with tattoos is: do you show off your tattoos or hid them on your wedding day? For some girls, this is an easy yes or no answer. For others, it's a bit more complicated. You want to show some skin [and ink], but your mom is adamant about you covering up. You love her and don't want to disappoint. What do you do?
Obvious first answer is to embrace your ink. If your family/guests/friends don't like it, who cares? It's your body, your wedding, and your life. Option two, on the opposite end of the spectrum, you can cover up and please the family. They are probably throwing some serious wedding cash your way; so making your Dad happy can get you two more hours on the open bar, an extra layer on your fab cake, and those earrings you've been stalking on Etsy.
Option three, and my personal favorite, do a little of both. You say, "Why Leigh.. This is crazy talk! How can I show my tattoos and cover them up all in the same event?" Well my pretties, I say, first, cover up for the ceremony. Get a super chic wrap or sweet lacy bolero to hide the butterfly on your back. Even better, get a professional make up artist to cover all the visible tattoos. (Don't do this on your own. It'll look splotchy and weird in photos. This is one thing you should leave to the pros. Also, make sure everything is dry and smudge proof before you put on your dress.)
Once you've said 'I do,' throw off the shrug or shawl and it's time to party. If you choose makeup, remove your dress, wash off the makeup, suit back up, and dance the night away. You can show off your ink while you dance the night away at your reception. Everybody wins.
What's do y'all think? Show up 'em off or cover 'em up?
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