Skinhead Tattoo Photo #9465

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.

With thick black outlines and flat, saturated colors, traditional tattoos are built to last. The straightforward approach prioritizes readability and impact, making these designs recognizable from a distance.

The wrist offers a compact area that suits fine-line work, small symbols, and script. Its visibility means the tattoo becomes part of daily life, always in the wearer's line of sight.