Rules are rules, period.......I have many tatoos also, I literely had them measured to my chef coats so that they can't be seen......
Suit for a interview $2,00.00
Briefcase and leather planner $400.00
The look on a owners face when he walks in my office for the first time and sees me in a t-shirt.....
PRICELESS 
Mind you I have tatoos up and down my arms, shoulders, and legs. I will not hire any one with expossed tatoos........