# Infamous Murderer Inks These Charles Manson Tattoos Make Me Wonder Why You Would Get One By Robyn Currie | Published 2010-04-07 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charles-manson-tattoos References: [tattoomoney](http://www.tattoomoney.com/tattoos/tattoos_30900.html) Ever wonder what inspires people to [get tattooed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mark-of-life)? This is what I thought about when I saw these Charles Manson tattoos. Why? This guy is no Santa Claus, and he sure is not as cute as, say, that unicorn you were going to get done on your ankle. Granted, he has become a part of [cultural psyche](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-can-fix-him), but so has Barney, and I don’t see anyone running out for a [tattoo of that](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialbuy-temporary-tattoos). But the Charles Manson tattoos sure make for interesting photos. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cultural Icon Tattoos:** Opportunity for innovative tattoo artists to create unique designs that capture popular cultural figures. - **Controversial Tattoos:** Potential for tattoo studios to offer controversial tattoo designs that cater to individuals with unconventional tastes. - **Pop Culture-inspired Tattoos:** Opportunity for tattoo parlors to develop a range of tattoos inspired by famous personalities that resonate with their customers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Tattoo Studios:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for tattoo studios to expand their design portfolio and attract a diverse clientele. - **Pop Culture Merchandise:** Innovative opportunity for pop culture merchandise companies to collaborate with tattoo artists to develop merchandise featuring iconic tattoo designs. - **Art Galleries:** Opportunity for art galleries to showcase tattoo-inspired artwork and collaborate with tattoo studios to promote the art form. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unusual Food Tattoo Challenges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omaha-steak.md) - [Limited-Edition True Crime Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serial-killer-shop.md) - [Ketchup-Colored Tattoo Inks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ketchupthemed-tattoo.md) - [Progressive Rewritable Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-ink.md) - [Tattoo-Committed Coffee Incentives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/punk-bunny-coffee.md) - [QSR Temporary Tattoo Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chipotle-temporary-tattoo-collection.md) - [Cheeky Tattoo Marathons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-marathon.md) - [Condiment Tattoo Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heinz-tattoo-bottle.md) - [Bespoke Car Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Tattoo-Inspired-Land-Rover.md)