Is the rise of sideboob ink the newest attention-grabbing craze? The bold body art taking over Instagram

Fashion enthusiasts have long been intrigued by the sideboob, and it appears that the trend of drawing attention to this area has now evolved into delicate body art. Social media is filled with images of sideboob tattoos, with an increasing number of women opting to adorn this delicate area with ink. These tattoos range from small peace symbols to large eagle designs, positioned above the ribcage but not directly on the breast. Check out the video below for more inspiration.

A delicate symbol for a delicate area: Sideboob tattoos are everywhere on Instagram

Sideboob tattoos have become a popular trend on Instagram, symbolizing a unique and delicate form of body art.

This shot shows a simple black and white shell design

A simple diamond

This image captures a minimalist black and white seashell pattern on the left side, while on the right, a basic diamond design is displayed.

Tats out of this world! This body art fan has a rocket heading to planet sideboob

Incredible tattoos! This person who loves body art has a rocket ship heading towards the planet on their side boob.

Feeling brave: This floral design covers most of this lady's upper ribcage

Feeling bold: This intricate floral tattoo stretches across her upper ribcage, showcasing a daring choice for body art. To flaunt these designs, many opt to go without a bra, as evidenced by numerous photos on Instagram. The latest trend in tattoos seems to lean towards minimalist black and white designs, with everyday objects like airplanes, seashells, and pineapples being popular choices. According to Amazingtattooideas.co, these feminine tattoos are gaining popularity because they are seen as something uniquely suitable for women. There’s also an element of secrecy to these tattoos, as they are not immediately visible and can be easily concealed by clothing like underwear or a sleeve.

High flyer: many fans of the sideboob opt for a simple black and white design

Trendsetter: A lot of enthusiasts of the sideboob style prefer to go for a classic black and white pattern.

Feeling fruity: This wearer has gone for a tropical theme with a pineapple

Embracing the tropical vibes, this individual is rocking a pineapple motif.

Anyone for ice cream? The designs are often super simple and cute

Who wants some ice cream? The patterns are usually very basic and adorable.

To the moon and back: A crescent moon features here

Exploring beyond the horizon: Embracing the crescent moon
In the wake of the trend for sideboob tattoos, a Reddit user sought advice on the pain level associated with such a location. “I’m a bit of a wimp. I really don’t want to faint, throw up, or cause any trouble for my tattoo artist and end up with a botched tattoo,” they admitted.
“My heart is set on a treble clef design with the phrase ‘everything is brilliant’ in place of the central line. I’ve had my eye on this design for quite some time now, so I’m not backing out. But I’m having second thoughts about the placement.”

Close to the heart: A little black loveheart symbol is small enough to be covered by a bra

Near and dear to me: The tiny black heart symbol is small enough to be concealed by a bra.

Black feather: But many designs don't work so well with underwear

Black feather mentioned that some tattoo designs don’t work well with underwear. Another Reddit user shared their experience, saying they had a similarly sized tattoo in the same spot. They mentioned that the pain wasn’t too bad since it wasn’t directly on muscle or bone. They also added that the area could be kept relatively still while they moved slightly during the process. They felt it was actually a good spot for a first tattoo.

Responding to a similar question on Yahoo, another social media user described the pain as initially shocking but something you can get used to. They mentioned it’s a strange kind of pain that you can tune out.

This tattoo fan opts for a geometric stag

Inspiration from the animal kingdom: a seahorse sits pretty

Taking cues from the wonders of the animal world, this tattoo enthusiast chooses a unique geometric design of a stag and a delicate seahorse etching to adorn their body.

A tattoo of a revolver

a more traditional anchor design

A firearm pressed against the side: On the left, a tattoo showcasing a revolver, and on the right, a classic anchor design.

“Don’t stress about it. My recommendation is to carefully consider the placement of your tattoo and ensure that you’ll still be happy with it on your chest in the future, even though it symbolizes love.”
However, a more pessimistic individual chimed in: “Have you ever had a vaccine shot? Now imagine receiving thousands of them repeatedly right next to each other in the same spot as a tattoo. Essentially, a tattoo is just a needle repeatedly piercing your skin with ink, permanently altering its color. This should give you an idea of the sensation.”

This dramatic Hamsa design covers the ribcage

A more pared down balloon design can be hidden under the arm

The eye symbol, known as the “All-Seeing Eye”, adorns the ribcage in a striking Hamsa design from the Middle East, believed to protect from negative energies. A simpler balloon design can also be discreetly tattooed under the arm for those seeking a more understated look.

This tattoo fan has chosen the word 'amour' - French for love

This individual who loves tattoos decided to get the word ‘amour’ inked on their skin, opting for the French term that signifies love.

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