Skinhead Tattoo Photo #9462

Originating in 1960s British working-class culture with roots in Jamaican rude boy fashion and ska music, the skinhead movement later fractured into sharply opposing factions. Understanding this context matters for anyone considering or studying these designs.

Geometric tattoos use precise lines, angles, and repeated shapes to form structured compositions. Symmetry and mathematical patterns give these designs a modern, architectural quality.

The thigh offers one of the body's largest flat surfaces, making it ideal for detailed, large-scale tattoos. The area is easy to conceal and generally comfortable during the tattoo process.