An 18-Year-Old Mistake

An 18-Year-Old Mistake

September 21st, 2009 @ 3:15 pm by Mrs. Frozen Yogurt
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You’re probably wondering what the hell I’m going to talk about with that title, but I promise it connects to the wedding. When I was 18 I decided that I wanted a tattoo. It wouldn’t have mattered what anyone said to me, I was doing it. I even went alone to get it done because I didn’t want anyone to try to talk me out of it, which probably means on some level that I knew I might regret it one day. Well, fast forward 10 years, and I now HATE it. I’ve hated it for quite a while, too. It’s not that it’s gigantic, in fact, it’s probably about the size of a quarter, but that doesn’t change my disdain for it. Do you hear what I’m saying 18 year olds?? DON’T! I know it probably won’t matter what I’m saying, but everyone I know that got a tattoo at 18 regrets it, so if you decide to do it, just know that. Anyway, so this tattoo is a source of stress for me and the wedding. Why? Well it’s on my shoulder in plain view for everyone to see, and I imagine people being distracted from my gorgeous dress and sweet details and staring at my horrible tattoo.

Ugh. So what’s a girl to do? Well, I’ve thought about using tattoo cover up make up.

An 18-Year-Old Mistake : wedding accessories makeup 19 make up

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But I really worry about it sweating off, or getting on my dress or veil, or even not providing enough coverage.

I’ve even considered Band-Aids because they seem like a less distracting choice than the tattoo itself.

An 18-Year-Old Mistake : wedding accessories makeup 28 BandAids

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But they’re still unsightly. At least I wouldn’t have to worry about them rubbing off and staining my clothes.

And then recently I started to look on Etsy and found some super sweet boleros that maybe I could wear for the ceremony in addition to the Band-Aids or make up. Here are some that I love from bonzie:

An 18-Year-Old Mistake : wedding accessories makeup 37 bolero

An 18-Year-Old Mistake : wedding accessories makeup 46 bolero1

An 18-Year-Old Mistake : wedding accessories makeup 53 bolero2

An 18-Year-Old Mistake : wedding accessories makeup 63 bolero3

And then I found these from Rohm, also on Etsy

An 18-Year-Old Mistake : wedding accessories makeup 73 bolero4

An 18-Year-Old Mistake : wedding accessories makeup 82 bolero5

An 18-Year-Old Mistake : wedding accessories makeup 92 bolero6

So what do you think? Are boleros too much just to cover up a tattoo?

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71 Responses to “An 18-Year-Old Mistake”

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pvaulter718 (message) 2,116 posts, Buzzing bee

I would have loved an excuse to wear a bolero, so I’d say get a cute one and sport it up! However, how many of these people who are attending your wedding already know that you have the tattoo? If they don’t care, I would say sport the tattoo and embrace the lessons you’ve learned from your 18 year old self.

9/21/09 @ 3:18 pm (reply)

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kmattso2 (message) 1,046 posts, Bumble bee

I think it all depends on how much you actually hate it. Will your hair cover it? I think you should show us a picture of it!!

9/21/09 @ 3:20 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Bruschetta (message) 5,565 posts, Bee Keeper

That last one is so sweet and romantic! If you’re worried about the tattoo appearing in pictures, couldn’t you ask your photographer to edit it out of some/all of the shots?

9/21/09 @ 3:20 pm (reply)

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anon

If you go to a store that sells theatrical makeup, you should be able to buy a sealer that you can put on top of any cover-up makeup to prevent the makeup from rubbing off onto your clothes.

9/21/09 @ 3:25 pm (reply)

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Miss bliss

I think you should try out the makeup… after all it’s designed to cover things and buy a beautiful bolero! You’ll look elegant and be happy with your appearance all day!

9/21/09 @ 3:26 pm (reply)

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bunny (message) 1,177 posts, Bumble bee

I wanna see the tat!

Boleros are good, but if you really don’t wanna wear one, you could use makeup PLUS that spray that is supposed to keep your makeup in place no matter how much you sweat. Just a suggestion.

9/21/09 @ 3:28 pm (reply)

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Miss Snapdragon (message) 717 posts, Busy bee

There is tattoo coverup that does just that and shouldn’t get on your clothes if you powder it properly. You can get it at a theatrical makeup store, and they should be able to advise you on its use. Regular makeup won’t cut the mustard.

9/21/09 @ 3:28 pm (reply)

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AprilBride10 (message) 528 posts, Busy bee

Have you tried dermablend? Its a super high-pigment long-wear makeup designed to cover up things like scars and port wine stains. I wore it to cover up a scar when I had my sweet 16 and people that knew I had surgery couldn’t see the scar at all! And the very pale makeup (I’m Irish and white as a ghost) didn’t rub off at all on my deep burgundy dress.
It couldn’t hurt to try, and the tubes last forever.

9/21/09 @ 3:29 pm (reply)

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Melissabegins (message) 3,340 posts, Sugar bee

Let’s see the tattoo! Some I’d say don’t clash w/ the dress at all. My friend has one on her shoulder and it actually kind of went with her theme, though i’m sure unintentionally.

9/21/09 @ 3:30 pm (reply)

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Azinaugust (message) 1,651 posts, Bumble bee

How about Wrecking Balm or TAT Med? I hear its good and they’re FDA approved to fade tattoos

9/21/09 @ 3:30 pm (reply)

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mcnetn3 (message) 1,675 posts, Bumble bee

If you love a bolero and would love to wear one regardless of the tatoo, then go for it. But if you are only considering one b/c of the tatoo, there are other options– There really is good makeup out there that would cover it up and not get on your veil or dress.

9/21/09 @ 3:32 pm (reply)

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Miss Lamb (message) 970 posts, Busy bee

I think you should do what makes you feel the most comfortable and beautiful. If the tat will be distracting to you and you’ll be preoccupied with what people think, then I think a bolero is an awesome idea!

9/21/09 @ 3:34 pm (reply)

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flamingred (message) 1,921 posts, Buzzing bee

I have a tatoo on my shoulder that I got when I was 18 too. If i could remove it I would-but I’m not going to go crazy on my wedding trying to hide it…in fact I’m not worrying about it at all! What does yours look like-I wouldn’t wear a bandaid but I love the boleros.

9/21/09 @ 3:38 pm (reply)

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amandab (message) 142 posts, Blushing bee

I completely understand where you’re coming from. I also have a tattoo that I got when I was 18. I don’t really regret it…just wish I would have thought about it more. It’s on my inner wrist and it’s not too big…but difficult to cover up…even with a bracelet. I definitely don’t want it shown on my wedding day. I don’t want to look back at my pictures and see my tattoo. So i’m thinking of makeup or bracelets.
I love the boleros! They are sooo cute! I would definitely go that route

9/21/09 @ 3:41 pm (reply)

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cutemommie (message) 17 posts, Newbee

I have one on my shoulder blade too and I got it when I turned 30 LOL…It sounds like its the same size as yours, mine are 2 feet with my daughters birthdate on it, I feel its a part of me and I’m not covering it but now I saw those cute coverups I may want to! LOL..

9/21/09 @ 3:42 pm (reply)

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Sarah

Hey now, I got a big ol’ tattoo on my shoulder that I got when I was 18 and I still love it! I totally understand they’re not for everyone, but for me, it marks a time in my life that was liberating and fun (and I am turning 30 in three weeks, so if ever I was going to regret it, now would probably be it)! Its always fun to see the look of surprise on people’s faces when they see it

So ok, that said, someone else mentioned dermablend and I recommend it too- my friend wants me use it in her wedding to cover it up, so I’ve agreed to do so- and it works quite well. Stays totally put.

Whatever you go for, you should do what makes you feel great!

9/21/09 @ 3:49 pm (reply)

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anvil_chick (message) 387 posts, Helper bee

i think a photo of the tattoo is a must

kat von d has put out a great tattoo cover up that is available at sephora. its amazing! one thing for sure is do not cover up your tattoo until you are in your dress. once in said dress, cover up the dress with a towel, papertowel, sheet anything. then apply makeup and seal with powder. have this brought with you so you can do touch ups as needed.

but i will say that little cover up is adorable. the last one!

9/21/09 @ 3:55 pm (reply)

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ejs4y8 (message) 14,581 posts, Bee Keeper

Try some makeup FOR SURE! Plus if it’s not 100% covered up to the point that you love it, it can be photo-edited. But a bolero is pretty, too! Just make sure you really want to wear a bolero ALL night long.

Off-topic…is the tattoo something you can have laser removed at some point. OR, even better, can you have it re-worked into something fabulous so that you actually love it?

9/21/09 @ 3:58 pm (reply)

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chelseamorning (message) 2,252 posts, Buzzing bee

Haha, yes, I would love to see a “before and after” of the tattoo and its makeup or bolero cover.

9/21/09 @ 3:59 pm (reply)

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Megan

I still love the tattoo I got on my 18th birthday! But mine is very feminine and on my ankle, so even though not completely hideable it’s a little more discreet than yours. =) Personally I love the bolero’s but recomend that if you go with the bolero to still use a cover-up. That way in case you take it off during the reception you’re still covered.

Anytime I hear a story about tatto’s during a wedding I’m reminded of the one about my great-uncle. Durring his oldest grand-daughters wedding he learned about his youngest granddaughters big dragon tattoo on her shoulder. Not known for tact, my Great-Uncle blurted out in the middle of the ceremony to everyone “DAWN has a TATTOO?”

9/21/09 @ 4:02 pm (reply)

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