It is funny to think that some edgy and hip folks get their tattoos because of some underlying reasons. Since time immemorial, most men who got tattoos are after the edgy and tough guy image that a tattoo can give. But nowadays, when you watch TV and see a guy having a tattoo, there's a reason and sometimes a mission behind it. The good part of it all is that most people who are getting tattoos these days are after cool tattoo designs to fit their personalities and a touch of aesthetics as well.

Here are the reasons why some folks are after cool tattoo design these days:

(1) To remember their roots, their family or a loved one

You may have heard from someone with a tattoo that they've decided to have themselves inked because they want to remember their mom or dad who died, or they just want to enlightenment movies  tribute to their roots. Having their loved ones' names or faces incorporated into cool tattoo designs. If you have seen it in movies, most inked guys have their moms' faces, names or that "I love mom" tattoo. Nowadays, these can be seen on cool modern tattoo designs that even the younger generations have adapted in order to pay tribute to their mothers.

(2) Being patriotic

Not only the men in service have patriotic tattoos but also people who want to express their love for their country. A country's flag is the most common symbol of the love for one's country, but there are also maps, seals and passages from famous heroes.

Nowadays, adding some hip designs to make patriotism a bit modern isn't uncommon. It is still a sign that the modern tattoo enthusiasts appreciate the love for one's country can be cool too.

(3) Just want to be cool with a tattoo

You need to be careful if this is your ultimate reason for getting cool tattoo designs because many people have make huge mistakes of getting tattoos that they outgrow or regret after some time. In choosing a cool design, make sure that you show it to the tattoo artist prior to the procedure. You should also ask the artist which design will look best on you.

Asking your family and friends about getting a tattoo might not always be well-received, so be mindful if you ask for their opinion. And if you have an artistic friend who really knows how to look at good artwork, go ask him/her before hitting the tattoo studio.

Take note that being cool is more of an attitude rather than just an appearance. Pick a tattoo design that will fit your personality and tell the artist to help you make the design cool and edgy. And make sure that the design will not wear you and you should be proud that it is a part or an extension of you.

(4) As an expression of faith/religion

Religious tattoos have become more and more popular these days because they can be designed to look cool and edgy. The cross is a very popular religious symbol that many tattoo enthusiasts are going for. You can find crosses that have tribal, eclectic, Celtic and Gothic styles on the net as well as tattoo books and magazines offline.