Tattoo ideas come from a variety of places: Pinterest, Instagram, celebrities and even your friends – which makes the search for the perfect design both exciting and overwhelming.
Whether you are looking for your first tattoo or want to add another small tattoo to your sleeve, our fashion editor brings together the best tattoo ideas to inspire your next addition.
Scroll down to see everything from minimalist, word and flower options to the biggest snake and lion styles …
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This understated ‘honey’ word tattoo is perfect for fashion people because it is both delicate and chic. Note: the placement on the back of the arm which is a great option if you are looking for a slightly more subtle tattoo.
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Smell the plants? How about this muted sunflower design, which tapers to a flattering point between the shoulder blades?
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I don’t know about you, but I’m obsessed with this artistic line on the forearm. It’s avant-garde, clean and minimalist.
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This little ‘stay wild’ tattoo is perfect for your party friend. Placed just below the hip bone, a design like this is also easy to hide during the week, only making an appearance when you hit the beach or in the bedroom.
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Geometric tattoos are still very popular, with the evolution towards thin lines and circles on triangles and sharp edges. Incorporate your love of flowers into the design if you feel like making it a little more feminine.
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ATTN Nature Fans: This goldfish wrist tattoo might be right for you. Besides the amazing details, the red ink also makes for an eye-catching design.
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Channel your inner hippie with this sun and moon tattoo. The delicate drape underneath helps lengthen the arm and adds a pretty touch to a classic design.
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Finger tattoos! The more the merrier tbh, with quantity reigning supreme over your numbers. For maximum style points, try mixing icons (like an eye) with lines and dots, creating a harmonious aesthetic.
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If you’re looking for a tattoo that even your mom will approve of, take a look at this delicate botanical situation. With a soft color palette and a hint of watercolor, it’s so pretty that I challenge anyone to challenge it.
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It is said that rib cage tattoos are one of the most painful tattoos to get, but they are just SO PRETTY. If you don’t like meaningful quotes, this heavenly bird option might be for you.
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Holy shit, isn’t this cartoon line tattoo the coolest thing you’ve ever seen? Put it on the forearm, side or ankle – this beauty works pretty much anywhere.
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For those looking for bigger tattoo ideas, how about this insanely pretty crane?
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Change things up with word tattoos by going for simple cursive fonts or, if you’re feeling super sentimental, having a loved one write the word down on a piece of paper so you can. take with you for the artist to copy.
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Hip tattoos are a great way to explore a larger design, without showing it off 24/7. This snake and flower creation is particularly detailed, but avoids having the look too “busy” by keeping the classic black ink color scheme and opting for plenty of free space in the artwork.
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How about layering your trends with this geometric and minimalist watercolor? The best part is that with so many different elements there is a lot of room to customize this template to feel more ‘you’.
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Simple, classy, ââcool. The botanical one line design is the perfect first tattoo if you are not 100% sure what you want.
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The same can be said for small quotes or sayings – they’re small enough that you don’t feel like it’s going to dominate, but big enough that you feel like you’re getting inked.
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If, however, you know exactly what you want, and that thing is flowers, here is an amazing example of how awesome colorful botanical designs look when done by the right artist.
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If you’re more of an artistic soul, this understated yet sexy design is a great option, emphasizing form and simplicity rather than colors and details.
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Whoaaaaa, how realistic is that? I am obsessed. It’s like Simba and your local florist have a boyfriend.
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Here is another option for those of you who are now seriously considering a hip tattoo.
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Want your tattoo to be a nod to other feminists around the world? This ‘Grl Power’ cartoon has you covered. You can even double up with a companion and get matching tattoos, with each of you opting for one of two hands to form a larger image when standing next to each other – cute, eh?
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Seriously, this one doesn’t need an explanation because it is so pretty and also makes every backless dress in your wardrobe instantly fire up.
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This is the perfect tattoo for the festival lover, who loves alternative designs with slightly indie undertones. Again, this style gives a generous amount of space to personalize the look.
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Here’s another bold riff on the red ink tattoo trend, replacing the realistic goldfish with trippy pattern work and simple designs.
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BOOM! Ankle tattoo fans, this one is for you.
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Last but not least is this cool chest tattoo (geddit?), With lilac watercolor details taking this design to a whole new level.
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