“Tattoos have trends like clothing does,” Clement says. “Tribal and armband tattoos came into being in the ’80s.” The barbwire around Pamela Anderson’s bicep is “trendy” yet “dated” at the same time. It’s daring in a conservative way by today’s standards, Clement says.

Again, the left side is the feminine side, so getting something in this area can be seen as “a sign of natural empowerment,” Clement adds. If you choose to get a tattoo that wraps around your upper arm, go for something hip and edgy.