How should I talk my father into approveing of getting my tattoos?

Question

I already plan to get three tattoos even if he doesn't like it. But I would still feel better if he was okay with it as I am a daddy's girl. I'm getting one on my left hip, my right shoulderblade, and the small of my back. The biggest problem is the lower back tattoo, the tramp stamp. He is really against this and says if I get this I'm telling guys I'm easy. Have any good arguements?

Answer 1

Easy is as easy does... so what if you have a tramp stamp? Guys can think you're easy all they want. It's up to you to prove otherwise.

I am 33 years old and have four tattoos. To this day my father will see one and ask when I got it. I got my first two at 18, the third at 19, and the fourth last year. Why the 13-year gap between tattoos? Because while I don't "hate" my first 3 tattoos, they are not representative of who I grew up to be. I think that if you're at an age where you have to get parental permission, it might be wise to wait a bit. I couldn't wait to get my tattoos! I knew exactly what I wanted. But as I aged, I realized that they don't go with me. Now my most recent work of art, I actually thought about it for years, tweaking the design to go with my life experiences. I am more happy with it than I am with the other 3 put together, even at the time I got them.

That's my 2 cents. I don't know if it's helpful, but please keep it in mind. Be sure you want what you're getting, that's it's meaningful enough for you to love it always, and be prepared for the fallout (people's opinions). People will always think of you what they will. If you're true to who you really are, their opinions don't matter.

Answer 2

well if your 18 you dont need his permission, I'm sure he will learn to accept it eventually.

Now as for the tramp stamp issue, your father is still too much inclined to believe what society says since thats where that label was started. If he truly knows your a good person then a tattoo on your lower back will not classify you as a tramp.

Best way to win your dad over on your first tat though would be to get something that relates to the relationship that you both have with one another.

Good Luck..

Answer 3

Well if u are 18 then you should do it! I am also a Daddy's little girl and I got a tattoo on my lower back and I told him that it is better then having one on my inner thigh, butt, lower stomach, or my t*ts! Those are way worse than a back tat! You will only see it in the summer when u feel like showing it! opposed to the other ones or tell him that it takes away from showing your butt crack! If he says no still then just get the other ones that he approves and wait for the back tat! I waited and I thought that it was something I really wanted but in the end they all become invisible to you later! U know not so important!

Answer 4

Well if you're 18 then he can't stop you but if not then just say that is time you get your own independance. You don't need him to tell you what to do and what not to do if YOU want it but you should still respect his rules and understand that all GOOD parents have a reason for everything they do. You should try to explain to him that it is really more of your decision... it's your body and may have helped you get into this world but having arguements about this type of stuff is natural. It will be hard to convince him but he should be able to give in to what you're saying because he can't really control you much since I GUESS you're grown.... but anyway he may be right but is up to you and you both should hear each other out and listen so you can reach that understanding point!

Answer 5

He sounds like a loving dad... Maybe he just thinks you have beautiful skin and hates to see you spoil it.
I would wait on the tattoos if you are hesitating at all. But whatever you do, never ever get a guys name put on you, ok? That was told to me by a woman who got her ex's name on her leg and arm just a month before he ran off with another girl. She said she really regrets it.
If I were the tattoo type I would get one that says Daddy's Lil Girl . Maybe dad would like that one.

Answer 6

I'm not sure how old you are, but I believe that if you are 18+ years old you are old enough to make that decision yourself. Always keep in mind, it's permanent. I got my first tattoo on my lower back on the 18th birthday, and my dad paid for it.

I think that he realized that I was then considered an adult and I could make my own decisions. You should explain to him that 18 years old is old enough to vote, go to war, and smoke yourself to death. As long as you aren't taking drugs and doing illegal things, who cares?

And as for the tramp stamp...whoever thinks that just because you have a tattoo on your lower back, you are a tramp, is rediculous. I'm not a tramp, and none of my friends are tramps.

BOTTOM LINE: Tattoos are hot, but be wise because they are with you for life.

I say go for it. He'll get over it.

Answer 7

if you have to ask someones permission or approval to get a tattoo after being of legal age then you just plain arent mature enough to get a tattoo. You should be able to take personal responsiblity for what you do. If your father's love for you is so shallow then thats another issue that you have to deal with.

Answer 8

Appease him and get the other tats, just don't do what he calls the "tramp stamp". Sometimes you have to compromise. If you still want 3 get one on the other side or a small ankle one....

Answer 9

You love your dad and I guess still live at home. If he doesn't budge, respect his wish and don't get the tattoo. Wait until you are on your own.

Answer 10

well, my parents didn't approve of any of my piercings or tattoos but i got 6 tats and 23 piercings and they have learned to accept them and not say anything. I have even talked my momma into getting her belly button pierced :)
good luck