Hawaiian Flower Tattoos

Hawaii is synonymous with its carefree attitude and tropical weather. It is also world famous for its breathtakingly beautiful scenery. Besides all these, Hawaii is also renowned for its bright, colorful, exquisite and diverse variety of flowers, that are now becoming extremely popular as tattoos, specially among girls. Hawaiian tattoos are considered one of the most extraordinary tattoos in the world.

The existence of Hawaiian tattoos date back to thousands of years. Even today, Hawaiian tattoos are extremely popular among youths. The traditional Polynesian art of tattoos is prevalent even today and can be seen in the interpretations of modern tattoos. The traditional art symbolizes old tribal culture. The traditional technique of inking tribal tattoo was called 'kakau'. Hawaiian tattoos, which are a symbol of their culture, express the great faith that Hawaiian people have in God. Hundreds of years ago, the Hawaiians used to gather in temples and pray for the happiness and well-being of each member of the tribe inked with Hawaiian tattoos.These tattoos were used to reveal the personal identity of Hawaiian people. Traditional Hawaiian tattoos were made from a mixture of sugar cane juice and kukui nuts, which would form a black ink.

Kinds of Hawaiian Flowers

You should know the symbolisms of these flowers, before you get Hawaiian flower tattoos permanently inked onto your skin.

The Anthurium: It is a popular heart-shaped tropical flower which symbolizes hospitality. The most popular ones are red in color, though they are available in an array of colors ranging from orange, purple, white, green and pink.

The Hibiscus flower: The striking beautiful yellow hibiscus flower is the state flower of Hawaii. It symbolizes delicate beauty. Hibiscus is available in a variety of colors like pink, red and purple, though yellow is the most popular while getting a tattoo. When Hawaiian women wear a hibiscus behind their ear, it represents that they are ready for marriage.

Orchids: The most popular orchids in Hawaii are the dendrobium orchids, which are shaped like butterflies. It symbolizes a number of qualities like love, beauty, strength, magnificence and luxury, which makes it perfect for coming up with your original Hawaiian tattoo.

The Birds of Paradise flower: This flower with large blue and orange blossom looks very dramatic and resembles a bird in flight. It represents joyfulness and paradise. If you prefer a bright and colorful tattoo, this tattoo is perfect for you.

Plumeria Flower Tattoo: Plumeria is a tropical flower which is commonly used to make lei (a garland in Hawaii), which are used to welcome tourists. Mostly known for its sweet fragrance, its color varies from pink, white to deep red. Plumeria can often be used to accentuate another flower like a Hibiscus. However, this tattoo can also be inked as a main design because of its simplicity and elegance. This flower is historically associated with life and procreation. When depicted in a lei, it can symbolize hospitality and warmth.

To make your tattoos look original and interesting, you can combine your tattoos with other symbols like hula girls or ocean waves, that also have a connection with the island of Hawaii. These flower tattoos are often seen on parts of the body like the foot, shoulder, arm, ankle, and hip area. Read more on flower tattoo designs.

Hawaiian flower tattoos are an ideal choice for anyone looking for simple, exquisite, beautiful and unpretentious designs. Those who opt for these designs may be natives of the island or have ancestral relations with the island. It can also just be a homage to the culture or a way of reliving the memory of their stay in Hawaii, whether on a romantic getaway, a relaxing vacation or surfing the beaches.

Whether it's just for the memories or a connection with the famous island, or just for the exquisite beauty and aesthetic value, Hawaiian flower tattoos are definitely worth the body art!