Dressing Appropriately for Your Tattoo Appointment

Getting a tattoo is an exciting thing, especially if it is your first time. Remember, when you get a tattoo, your experience is just as important as the result. Your comfort and safety are essential to creating a great tattoo that you and the artist will love.

I should also mention that if you are getting a tattoo where your skin is highly visible, it is okay to request a privacy screen. This is definitely something your artist needs to feature and customize to the best of their ability.

When you get tattooed at the best tattoo shops in Minnesota, you can be sure of professional skill, safety, and excellent facilities. Let us cover how to dress when getting tattooed in specific areas.

You would think that neck was not the most intimate area, but before you get this tattoo done, you will lie down with your back or side. So, make sure you wear something that is comfortable and loose, but also something that has a short neckline.

For example, a shallow boat neck top is perfect. You do not want to get ink on your clothes or take off your shirt because it covers the tattooing area.

For shoulders, tank tops, especially with spaghetti straps, are ideal. Another great thing to wear for a shoulder tattoo is a tube top. Since it is strapless, this type of top will be out of your artist's way. If you wear a top with spaghetti straps, you can remove the strap if it is comfortable, or your artist can tape it off.

Chest tattoos are another great place to wear a tank top, low-cut spaghetti strap, or bralette. Wear something you do not mind getting ink on. If you have to take your shirt off because the tattoo part is too big, your tattoo artist should definitely give you pasties or tape to cover sensitive areas.

When getting a back tattoo, it is a good idea to wear a shirt with an open back like a halter top. You can also wear a buttoned-up shirt and flip it up so your back is exposed while front is covered.

If you are going to get a lower back tattoo or a full backpack, it's best to use some elasticated waist bands.

Loose fitting tops are the way to go for the sternum tattoo. In this case, you may be able to wear a bra, but it's always better if it's a simple style that doesn't cover the area or can be easily moved out of the way.

When you get a tattoo on your belly, it is very nice to wear a bottom with an elastic waistband. You can also wear jeans, but if they are low cut, be sure to wear undergarments that are easy to show.

Long skirts or dresses are the best thing to wear for hip tattoos. Anything where you can easily move the fabric around your body will work great. This way you can show the buttocks, but hide the other intimate areas from one side to the other.