# Pacman Rears Bizarre Lower Back Tattoos that Take a Crack at Creativity By Going Like Sixty | Published 2009-08-03 | Naughty Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lower-back-tats-get-cracked-tramp-stamps-replaced-by-weirdness References: [lower-back-tattoos.net](http://lower-back-tattoos.net/) Tattoos on the lower back were made popular in the late 90's with young women originally sporting the look. Now lower back tattoos, aka “tramp stamps,” are being seen everywhere—even some guys like the butt crack ink. Women are now beginning to show more originality in their lower back tattoo designs, which can be a bad sign if they decide they want their lower backs to crack the guys up. **Implications** - Tattoos such as these are a reflection of the rise of this artform from deviant to a socially acceptable means of self expression that is not only common, but even condoned in many societies. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Naughty](https://www.trendhunter.com/naughty) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Rise of Lower Back Tattoos:** The increasing popularity and originality of lower back tattoos indicates a wider acceptance and appreciation for this form of self-expression. - **Male Adaption of Lower Back Tattoos:** The emergence of lower back tattoos among men suggests a shift in societal norms and a breaking of gender stereotypes. - **Evolution of Lower Back Tattoo Designs:** The evolving creativity and originality in lower back tattoo designs presents opportunities for innovation and artistic expression within the tattoo industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Tattoo Industry:** The increasing popularity and originality of lower back tattoos create opportunities for tattoo artists and studios to cater to a growing market. - **Fashion Industry:** The rise of lower back tattoos as a form of self-expression opens up possibilities for fashion designers and retailers to incorporate tattoo-inspired elements into their collections. - **Beauty and Wellness Industry:** The trend of lower back tattoos presents opportunities for beauty and wellness businesses to offer specialized services, such as tattoo aftercare products or back massage treatments tailored for tattooed individuals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tattoo-Inspired Joint Blemish Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-compact.md) - [Unusual Food Tattoo Challenges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omaha-steak.md) - [Tattoo-Style Pimple Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zitsticka-x-jonboy.md) - [QSR Temporary Tattoo Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chipotle-temporary-tattoo-collection.md) - [Tattooed Digital Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superlotl-by-inkbox.md) - [Prom-Themed Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temporary-tattoo-prom.md) - [Tattoo-Covered Beer Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/86-tattoo-limited-edition.md) - [Generative Art Tattoo Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot-1.md) - [Online Tattoo Art Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot.md)