Simple cross tattoo designs for women

A cross tattoo is one of the most versatile, classic tattoo choices a woman can make. From the placement of the tattoo to the type of cross to the design style and choice of colors, the options are almost infinite.

But what is the history of this popular tattoo and why do so many women make this choice?

Variations and History of Cross Tattoos for Women

On seeing some examples of cross tattoos for women, it can seem obvious why so many of them choose the cross.

It can be elegant, sexy or edgy and the results can be breathtaking.

Simple cross tattoo designs for women forearm

But for many female wearers, their choice of tattoo does have a deeper meaning.

Perhaps the most common type of cross chosen in the west is the crucifix, a ‘crossed t’ which is a popular Christian cross especially popular in Catholicism.

To be clearer that this type of cross is a straight up declaration of faith, it may even include the figure of Jesus draped over it. While this seems to be more popular with men due to being better suited to a