Velliquette claimed the low count doesn't signify an ebb in rebellious impulses but rather a surge in the popularity of tattoos. In fact, tattoos have become so mainstream that they're beginning to show up in unusual places, like the toy market. Tattoos aren't just popping up on the bodies of young women. The doll comes with tattoo stickers in flower and peace-sign designs. For real people, Velliquette said the most popular designs include cartoon characters, roses, repeated geometric shapes and colorful Japanese images.
Women typically choose to place tattoos on shoulders, ankles, hips.