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Full Leg Sleeves + Foot tattoos on Bridesmaid

Stephanie, on July 31, 2022 at 10:36 AM Posted in Wedding Attire 0 14

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Hi all, I need some advice! My future SIL who I’m planning on having as a bridesmaid has 2 full sleeve leg tattoos/ fully tatted feet. While I’m not against tattoos and don’t care, my very conservative family has a strong negative opinion on them. I was already planning on having floor length bridesmaid dresses as the wedding is formal. I’m also letting my bridesmaids choose the style. Do you think it would be rude to ask her to make sure hers doesn’t have any slits on the side? I don’t want to single her out or make her feel uncomfortable, but not sure how else to address it.

Thanks in advance!

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Cece · on July 31, 2022 at 10:38 AM
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I wouldn’t put specifics on her because of her tattoos. If you are going to say no slits, it needs to be a rule for everyone, not just her.
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Sarah · on July 31, 2022 at 12:56 PM
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I agree with Cece. I personally wouldn’t care what my family thinks either.
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Sarah · on July 31, 2022 at 3:01 PM
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Why do you think it needs to be addressed? I ask as someone who is tattooed with conservative family members who openly hate my tattoos. I got them for me and I love them so I happily show them off regardless of the opinions of others. While I don't know your SIL, I'm assuming she isn't going to care what your family thinks of her choice.

I agree with Cece though. If you feel you need to make this a rule, it has to be a rule for everyone.
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Taylor · on July 31, 2022 at 4:43 PM
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It’s pretty rude in my opinion to single her out. It’s honestly not her responsibility to cover up tattoos she chose to put on her body which is a part of who she is for your family ( I speak as someone with tattoos) and I personally wouldn’t care what my conservative family says. I also would feel uncomfortable being someone’s bridesmaid if they singled me out like that. If you’re going to make a rule for her then it’s gotta be for everyone
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Michelle · on July 31, 2022 at 5:07 PM
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Don’t say anything to her. You cannot ask her to cover them because they are part of who she is. The exception is pornographic/violent/racist tattoos. If your guests disapprove, that is their issue. It’s not your responsibility to prevent or respond to their reactions. She will be more uncomfortable if you focus on her tattoos and how to hide them.
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Jasmine · on July 31, 2022 at 7:03 PM
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I’d rather let her be her versus the possibility of offending some one I care about over something they can’t change. Her tattoos won’t take away from you or the day at all. You knew she had tatts when you asked her to be a part of your day. Family can’t control everything.
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Vwardley · on July 31, 2022 at 7:28 PM
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It’s YOUR wedding, not your family’s wedding. If it doesn’t bother you and it’s not gonna affect your big day then don’t sweat it. Also, if she is going to be your future SIL then I think it’s important that your family get to meet and get to know the real her. She’s gonna be part of your family soon.
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Juliana · on August 1, 2022 at 2:38 AM
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Why not just tell all your girls that they can pick their dresses but they have to be floor length no slits. Make the rule for everyone don't single her out.
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Janet · on August 1, 2022 at 10:42 AM
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If you're not asking your guests to cover their tattoos, it's not fair to single her out just because she's in the bridal party.
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Lady · on August 1, 2022 at 2:48 PM
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Nope. don't address it. Her tattoos have nothing do to with your family and they can get over it if "shock" they see tattoos on a person on your wedding day. There is no tactful way to say "cover yourself up because i'm offended by your body".
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Willow · on August 1, 2022 at 5:00 PM
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I'd tell the whole party no slits. But then, I don't like them in general unless they're on the red carpet
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Dedicated April 2023
Valerie · on August 1, 2022 at 8:21 PM
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Sorry, but if your family is seriously judging a stranger who is there loving you and supporting you, they are the problem here. Your friend does not deserve to be covered up in order to please them...that's just gross.
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Jacks · on August 2, 2022 at 9:00 PM
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I would not ask her to cover anything. Those tattoos are part of her and have been chosen by her to wear proudly. I would think it would be insulting to ask her to cover them.
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Julija · on August 8, 2022 at 12:52 AM
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If you single her out it will be bad news bears. You can either tell your family tough turtles she is her own woman and do what she wants or you can tell all of your girls no slits out of respect for your conservative family members.
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