It all started with a Facebook query from my cocoalicious cohort Anjel Marie, "What do you think about a guy with a tattoo on the small of his back? lol". I'm sure most can guess that the response overwhelmingly proclaimed this fictitious man gay. Her next question asks us to think of why this isn't an acceptable expression for men. I have no answer. It just isn't. Even my gay friends agree that that would be suspect, presuming that only a gay man would be adventurous enough to tattoo his lower back with a "tramp stamp."
Why is it acceptable for women to get tattoo sleeves, something once and still widely perceived as manly but a man can't flip the script, so to say. It's because there was not a man liberation movement. Men can't be sensitive, men can't be caring and nurturing without someone raising an eyebrow. I know some men that won't get a pedicure just because they don't even want anyone to think for a second that there is any "sugar in their tank."
I applaud any man gay or straight that does what makes them feel good, whether it's having a brew with the boys, getting a pedicure with your friends or significant other or tattooing your back. Your day will come when you too can be yourself.
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It's very odd for a man to put a tattoo at his lower back. It's consider sexy there. I would think he the same if a man put one on his foot or ankle unless he is gay. I don't know many straight men who would consider putting a tattoo in those areas. If you find one let me know.
ReplyDeleteI don't see a probably with a man receiving a pedicure. However, I don't like them getting polish...not even clear. Just keep the nail bare. Please!!!!