The Origin and Evolution of Emo
We have already seen how fashion and music have walked the same path in recent decades, influencing each other. The boundary between the two expressions has often been very blurred. Fashion is also very often a type of expression that we could define “artistic”, where the choice of clothes, accessories, haircut or tattoos are personal, objective, but which become a universal language.
In the case of Emo culture, the basis of personal expression is the sharing of one’s own emotions, the most intimate, sometimes often the most painful.
Being Emo does not only mean listening to a certain type of music, but also adopting looks that well define the emotion of a particular moment.
Suicide King of Hearts: Story Behind the Myth
A deck of cards and especially the Suicide King od Hearts is full of mysteries and puzzles. One of the most fascinating is that of “the man without a moustache”, the King of Hearts, above all for the position of the sword, for which he took the name of Suicide King. The King of Hearts was called Charles, probably deriving from Charlemagne. He is the only King without a moustache, in a dynamic position brandishing a sword. The greatest mystery is precisely the sword, which, according to some, is not in a position to commit suicide, but rather in the act of defending itself from an attack, or launching it.
Peony Tattoo Meaning
Behind every flower and the Peony Tattoo Meaning in this case, there is a story, because a flower is not just an image but a word transmitted with docility, hidden behind a symbol.
This is the case of the Peony, a beautiful and majestic flower with the reputation of being a “capricious” flower because it is difficult to grow. Native to China, from Asia to Europe, from antiquity to the present day, the peony never ceases to enchant us with the sublime elegance of its flowers.
UK Tattoo Artist Interview: Emma Sam AKA Black Fox
Today we interviewed UK Tattoo Artist: Emma Sam. Emma has a unique style of tattooing, mixing Neo Traditional and Black Work to create an amazing result. Her tattoos are full of textures contrasting with thick bold lines, she can creates epic dinosaurs and reptiles tattoos. She is currently tattooing at NorthSide Tattooz in Newcastle.
Cat Tattoo Meaning
The cat it’s the magical animal par excellence, it has always been surrounded by an aura of mystery. Adored as a goddess in ancient Egypt, than became a symbol of diabolical evil for Christianity, it was rehabilitated by the Enlightenment. The cat is however an animal with mysterious characteristics and those who live with one of them or decide to get a tattoo can experience very special experiences.
Pink Summer 2020 Fashion Trend
The high end fashion of the Milan Fashion Week brings out a trend to keep an eye on: Pink is Summer 2020 Fashion Trend. Street style confirms this choice, for an all-energy fashion. Finally cleared through the romantic and feminine cliché, the color pink is taken away from gender connotations and becomes ironic, cheeky and rock.
TDP Custom Tattoo Clothing: Hoodies
We want to show you in this post some of the Custom Hoodies and Long Sleeved T-Shirts realised so far by us since the “TDP Go Custom” service has been online. It’s been amazing to see how many people got involved and got their unique TDP Garment. All those creations have been so inspiring and we always look forward to do some more!
Ancient Tattoos Mysteries
In ancient times, the creation of permanent images on the body covered different functions, both aesthetic and healing. Tattooing is a sacred act with a profound meaning linked to the transformation of the individual and his role within society. It was the outward sign to gain access to something sacred. The tattooists were probably very popular because of their special abilities.
UK Tattoo Artist Interview: Jay Denton
Today we interviewed one of our sponsored Tattoo Artists: Jay Denton. We first met Jason in a Tattoo Studio in the UK over two years ago, hit it off straightaway and been friends ever since. Jason has a unique take on tattooing, mixing surrealism with trash polka to create his dark style. He also specialises in Organic Bio and Bio Mechanical tattoos. He is currently tattooing in the UK Midlands and he is always available for guest spots in England and abroad.
