# Summertime Inktography The Inked Girls of Summer Gives Us All Something to Look Forward To By Robyn Currie | Published 2010-03-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inked-girls-of-summer References: [inkedmag](http://www.inkedmag.com/fashion/inked-girls-summer/) 'The Inked Girls of Summer' photoshoot is here and there a whole lot of [tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/86-tattoo-limited-edition) in this must-see shoot (as well as a lot of [scantily clad women](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-swim-collection)). Wearing everything from bikinis to belly-baring t-shirts and everything in between, the 'Inked Girls of Summer' shoot gets you ready for the warmer weather. **Implications** - Tattoos are no longer the taboo they once were, and photographers are taking advantage of the growing popularity of body art by staging photo shoots that pair beautiful [summer scenes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-hour-getaway-collection) with tattoo-covered models. Creative professionals can take advantage of this phenomenon by adding tattooed models to traditional seasonal photo shoots, ad campaigns and other printed promotional material. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Tattooed Models:** Including tattooed models in seasonal photo shoots and ad campaigns can attract a wider audience and capitalize on the growing popularity of body art. - **Inktography:** The combination of tattoos and photography presents an opportunity for creative professionals to create unique and visually striking images that appeal to a broad audience. - **Body Art Marketing:** Incorporating tattoos into promotional material can help businesses stand out and tap into the trend of body art, attracting consumers who resonate with this form of self-expression. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can embrace the trend of tattooed models to create more inclusive and diverse campaigns that resonate with a wider customer base. - **Photography:** Photographers can specialize in inktography, combining their skills in photography with the growing popularity of tattoos to offer unique and sought-after services. - **Advertising:** Advertising agencies can incorporate tattooed models and body art themes in their campaigns to create attention-grabbing and memorable ads that resonate with modern audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Prom-Themed Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temporary-tattoo-prom.md) - [Hotel-Friendly Tattoo Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-popup.md) - [Print-Focused Swim Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fioretta.md) - [Body Artwork-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-tattoo.md) - [Dreamy Summer Swimwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triangls-mirage-drop.md) - [Summery Streaming Series Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss-x-the-summer-i-turned-pretty.md) - [Interactive Tattoo Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inkstory.md) - [Tattooed Digital Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superlotl-by-inkbox.md) - [Tattoo-Covered Beer Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/86-tattoo-limited-edition.md)