These Are Our Favorite Tattoo Stories, Just In Case You Need Some Inspiration

Location: Inner heel on both feet

The story: I grew up in Long Island, NY, and the beach is my favorite place to be. I wanted something simple that represented happiness and home to me, so I got the wave. My grandfather, who I was very close with, had an anchor tattoo from when he served in the Navy. My younger brother also just joined the Navy, so it's a family connection for me. I also liked how it worked with the nautical theme of my first tattoo.

— Kerry McManus, designer