# Tatcessories Focus turns from tattoos' rebelliousness to its permanence. By [Joanne Lam](https://www.trendhunter.com/joanne), Senior Editor | Published Apr 10, 2011, updated Apr 12, 2011 | Category: [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/unique-and-bizarre) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/tatcessories-focus-turns-from-tattoos-rebelliousness-to-its-permanence ## Key Figures - Trend score: 6.2/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Tatcessories trend? **Tatcessories:** Tattoos, once considered rebellious, have now become the norm, causing businesses to look at these permanent designs in a new light. Tattoos are becoming more like accessories, and consumers now have the option of adorning their necklines, wrists and fingers with more permanent designs that don’t need to be changed every day. Despite the allure of new fashion and accessories each season, more individuals are now looking for permanence as a simpler means of accessorizing. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Jul 27, 2009 to Nov 14, 2010 - Published: Apr 10, 2011 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism), [Authenticity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/authenticity) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Themes within the Tatcessories trend ### Permanent Tattoo as an Accessory Tattoos are shifting from a symbol of rebellion to a form of personal permanent accessory. ### Temporary Tattoos as Fashion Statement Temporary tattoos are becoming a fashion statement and an affordable way to show brand loyalty. ### Luxury Temporary Tattoo Luxury temporary tattoos made of real gold and platinum empower people to experience the luxury branding of fashion, embracing elements of quality. ## What the Tatcessories trend means for industry ### For Personal Care Industry Businesses can capitalize on the shift of tattoos from rebellion to a form of personal permanent accessory to develop new personal care products. ### For Fashion Industry Fashion Industry can create new fashion items such as wedding rings tattoo, luxury temporary tattoos, and other temporary tattoos to cater to new needs. ### For Luxury & Custom Tattoo Industry The Luxury and Custom Tattoo industry can innovate and cater to people's needs; these tattoos range from wedding date numerals to intricate temporary tattoos made of 24K gold. ## Trend signals for Tatcessories Trend score 6.2 out of 10, from popularity 91%, activity 88%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 91% - Activity: 88% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Tatcessories trend 6 featured examples from Jul 27, 2009 to Nov 14, 2010. - [Wedding Ring Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedding-ring-tattoos): From Hitch Date Digits to Inked “I Do” Finger Scribbles (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The jewelry industry can explore the potential of wedding ring tattoos as an alternative product or service for customers who want a permanent symbol of their commitment. - [Chanel Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-temporary-skin-art): 'Les Trompe L'Oeil de Chanel' Temporary Skin Art Brings Ink to High Fashion (Category: Luxury) Implication: The fashion industry can explore the use of temporary tattoos as innovative branding and promotional tools. - [Bombtastic Friendship Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shark-vs-bear): Shark VS Bear Captures a Crazy Hipster Lifestyle (Category: Fashion) Implication: Providing advertising agencies and businesses with creative content production services that capture the edge of an unconventional lifestyle - [Celeb Temporary Ink](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyonce-for-dereon-tattoos): Rock Out Like a Biker With Beyonce for Dereon Tattoos (Category: Pop Culture) Implication: Fashion brands can leverage the trend of temporary tattoos to further enhance their products and create new revenue streams. - [Midas Touch Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/precious-skin): 'Precious Skin' Blings Out Your Skin with Temporary 24K Gold Tattoos (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Luxury brands can explore collaboration opportunities with tattoo companies to create limited edition temporary tattoos that align with their brand image and attract affluent cust… - [Temporary Chain Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chain-reaction): Giorgio Armani Spring/Summer 2011 Collection Takes Cues from Chanel (Category: Fashion) Implication: The fashion industry can explore the disruptive innovation opportunity of incorporating temporary chain tattoos into their collections. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Unique - [Pickle-Flavored Iced Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dill-pickle-iced-coffee) - [K Beauty-Inspired Hydrogel Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrogel-face-masks1) All articles: [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique)