Phoenix tattoo designs are highly sought after because the phoenix has a  magnificent look and is also highly symbolic. In this article, I’ll  tell you more about the meaning behind this tattoo and also tell you  about 5 different phoenix tattoo designs you should consider before  getting your tattoo.
 

 
Phoenix Tattoo Meaning
 
The phoenix has great  mythological status in many cultures around the world including Japan,  China and the ancient empires of Greece and Rome. Often depicted as  rising from flames, it is a powerful symbol of rebirth.
 
Tribal  Phoenix Tattoo Designs
 
The tribal phoenix tattoo comes  in many forms and there are many to choose from. Most feature the bird  with wings spread, a small head and a long tail. This accentuates the  lines in this style of tattoo. A symmetrical version is often seen on  the back or on the lower back.
 
A tribal phoenix tattoo is very  intricate and to the casual observer it might not be obvious that the  depiction is of a phoenix. This is something to bear in mind when  considering this tattoo.
 
Japanese Phoenix Tattoo Designs
 
The phoenix  does feature in Japanese culture but not as much as it  does in others.  It is considered a bird of immortality. Many people  choose to get this  tattoo done in the Japanese style of tattooing with  rich colours and  high levels of detail with minimal skin showing.
 
The striking  unique aspect of tattoos of phoenixes in the Japanese  style is the  colour. Most feature a great colour range, not dissimilar  to rainbow.  Fiery reds and oranges are used often.
 
There is no standard  Japanese design for this tattoo so expect your  artist to have his or her  own particular style of drawing one.
 
 

 

 
Small Phoenix Tattoo Designs
 
Small tattoos are  almost always of the tribal style. This is also handy because they  usually look quite subtle. Some good areas to put one of these tattoos  are on the foot, the hip, the lower back and behind the ear.
 
Tattoos  Of The Phoenix For Men Or For Women?
 
Phoenixes  can be worn by men or women. They are not generally considered to be  either male or female. The major difference is in the location.Men  tend to wear this kind of ink on the upper arm and chest. Women prefer  the side of the torso, the back or the hip. There is no “cute” version  of this tattoo but it generally does not matter – this tattoo looks  equally good on 
 

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