“Sleeve tattoos” cover the entire arm and are popular in the US, but can cause issues with job opportunities. They require a significant investment of time and energy, but can be an expression of artistry and personality. Maintenance can be tricky and requires protection from sun exposure.
In the world of tattoo enthusiasts, being “short sleeved” means getting tattoos – one large tattoo or several smaller ones – that cover the entire arm. When the entire arm from shoulder to wrist is covered in tattoos, that person is known to be cleavage, a reference to the size of the tattoo being similar to that of a shirt sleeve. Being sleeveless can also refer to leg tattoos that cover the entire length of the leg, but more often the term is reserved for arm tattoos.
Being made redundant can present many problems for the wearer, particularly with regards to the job market. Many companies and organizations have started banning sleeve tattoos or any other type of tattoo that will be displayed while wearing normal business attire. For example, many branches of the Armed Forces have banned sleeve tattoos, making it impossible for those with full sleeves to enroll in certain branches of the Armed Services.
However, the practice has become extremely popular in the United States. Being sleeveless requires an immense investment of time and energy to plan your sleeve theme – if there is one, and most people with long sleeves prefer some sort of unifying theme. Additionally, sleeves can take weeks, months, or even years to complete, as collaboration with the tattoo artist is required, as well as a significant amount of chair time to get the actual work done. Sleeve tattoo variations include half sleeves or quarter sleeves, both of which also require an individual’s sustained commitment to the design.
Taking your arm out can become an extremely personal investment of time and talent, and the final product can end up being an expression of artistry and personality when done correctly. The phenomenon is becoming popular enough that fashion designers are starting to base clothing on sleeve tattoos and even add many similar designs to their shirts. However, the pitfalls of full sleeve tattoos are extremely obvious, as with other types of tattoos, because they cannot be removed and require a lifelong commitment. Additionally, the maintenance of sleeveless tattoos can get tricky – tattoos are sensitive to sun exposure and can fade or bleed after prolonged contact with UV rays, so people with full sleeve tattoos need to find ways to protect their their tattoos from harmful elements.
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