meaning of star tattoos

For every tattoo design, there's a meaning. These designs can range from symbols, shapes, numbers, animals or just about anything people ask for. Out of all the designs, one of the popular ones are stars. Stars can even get technical regarding type, size, structure and more. Alabama tattoo artist Jaymz from Hubpages.com found the top two star style tattoos and what they mean.

Shooting stars tend to be associated with a moment in time that left a lasting impression, whether a short romance, special event, a person, job, anything that may have changed the person's life.

Before modern navigation sailors navigated by using the stars- usually the North Star. They often got tattoos of nautical stars in a superstitious sense, hoping that the star would help them get home safely.

The nautical star is often a symbol of protection and guidance. Some see nautical stars as a means to create your own path.

Nautical stars are often referred to as compass stars, which were similar to the nautical star in that sailors used them to help guide their way in the night.

Where to Get a Star Tattoo/Common placement for a star tattoo

Women:

• Ankle
• Lower back
• Hips
• Shoulder
• Wrists
• Clavicle

Men:

• Upper arm
• Side
• Back shoulders
• Wrists

If you have any star tattoos, let us know! What does it mean to you?