When you’re looking into getting a tattoo, you want to make sure to find a skilled artist that can make your vision come to life. Talented tattoo artists really are magicians when it comes to their work. Even if you don’t have any of your own, you can always appreciate an astonishing piece of art. If you’re looking for some beautiful inspiration for your next tattoo, have no fear. Here are 75 elegant tattoo’s that will leave you speechless!
1. Plant Face
This stunning work of art has us turning our heads. The way this artist created such an eye-catching illusion with a face and a flower is truly one of a kind. If you’re looking for some unique tattoo inspiration this ink will do the trick. Seriously though we can’t stop staring at this beautiful piece.
2. Wearing A Masterpiece
Literally…
Everyone loves a great historic art piece. But does one ever speak so loudly to you that you want to wear it forever? Well, getting your favorite masterpiece inked on your skin is the perfect tat for you! This Claude Monet Sunflower piece is absolutely awesome and a perfect way to honor the world-renowned artist.
3. Island Life
If you’ve been caught daydreaming about living on an island somewhere, this tattoo might be the subtle muse you need. This light linework and adorable little sketch has a perfect storybook vibe. The sailboat and palm trees have us brewing up our next tropical adventure. We’re loving this thin ink design!
4. Purple Flowers
This ankle tattoo is so beautiful we can almost smell these purple flowers. Small bouquets are so sweet to look at it and if you have trouble keeping those lovely blooms in a vase you’re always wearing them on you. This elegant style has us wishing to schedule an ink appointment stat!
5. Spine Of Flowers
Placement is important when it comes to tattoos. You want to make sure whatever your vision is, that it’s still flattering on your skin. Spinal tattoos are super awesome and elegant at the same time. Everyone loves a great flower piece and this beautiful spinal tattoo stands out like any other.
6. Butterfly Moon
You can always tell when someone had a super talented artist do there tattoo. It’s amazing how a tattoo artist can create true pieces of art. This whimsical tat is definitely one of those. The shading and dotting for the moon make the butterfly almost fly right out of their shoulder!
7. Little Lotus
Sternum pieces are super edgy and chic, this one, in particular, is precious. The lotus flower is an extremely powerful bloom and it’s great that this person is keeping it close to their heart. This lotus is a perfect little tat if you’re looking for something small and sweet.
8. Rad Finger Tats
Finger tattoos are eye-catching and super chic. We love this thin dark line work that pops oh so perfectly! If you’re not ready for the full ink commitment finger tattoos start to fade after 6 months or so. But they definitely look elegant and edgy!
9. Heart By Your Heart
Speaking of sternum pieces! This fresh heart outline has us swooning over its sweet simplicity. Less is best in some cases and this ink takes home the cake. We are gushing over this elegant piece.
10. Tiny Snake
Hissss! Now, this slithering style is nice and subtle. Although some people may fear these scaled legless creatures, they symbolize rebirth, a shedding of skin so to speak. Tattoos behind the ear are visually pleasing and still a fun way to add some flare to your life.
11. Sunflower
Sunflowers have the power to make anyone smile. Their bright yellow petals are even more amazing in person. But when keeping those beauties in a vase is just not enough, getting one tattooed on you is the next best thing! We’re totally in love with this tiny sunflower piece.
12. Alice Outline
For all of you Disney lovers, this Alice and Wonderland ink is a great inspiration. This classy outline is very unique and nothing too showy if you’re looking for something on the more simple side. This tattoo has us all in wonderland and we’re so here for it!
13. Little Mermaid
Yes, literally. This elegant piece will have you wishing to go on an ocean voyage. The simplistic style is so classy and we love the way this artist made the mermaid swim on this persons ankle. What’s more mystical than a little mermaid swimming on your foot?
14. Tree
The root of all things. This sweet tree is just too cute to handle. The super thin linework is so well done and still gives this tree ink depth. If you’re looking for some ink that is perfectly simple this is a great inspiration.
15. Land & Sea
If you’re a lover of all sorts of adventure this tattoo is made for you. The wrist placement is an awesome way to show the parallels of each ink. It’s also a very light piece of art that doesn’t take up to much space and is still just as lovely. What better way to display your love for the sea and mountains!
16. Pretty Fish
Hey there little fishy! This wonderful work of art is an elegant masterpiece. We love how this artist made a simple goldfish look like it’s about to swim right off this person’s arm. This lucky owner had a gorgeous gilled friend.
17. Starshine
‘Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are‘
This precious little piece is like ink jewelry. These subtle stars shine for themselves and we’re loving them. The way the artist made these stars different from one another is a really chic way to spice it up.
18. Sailing Compass
If you’re always ready to embark on a new adventure this tattoo will speak volumes to you. This sailboat steering wheel is a great way to symbolize the direction of life. The truth is we can go anywhere are heart desires and this ink is so fitting for that wanderlust spirit.
19. Koi Fishy
It’s not rare to see someone with a gigantic koi fish tattoo. But what makes this one so special is how subtle and sleek it is. The colors of the koi and flower are not too in your face and still vibrant. Sometimes smaller is better in this case and we love this koi fish tat!
20. Cup Of Joe
This is for all of you coffee lovers out there! This beautiful tattoo has a lot more depth than your morning cup of Joe. If you’re looking for something magical to ink on your skin this work of art is really something special. This tattoo looks like it has three different styles molded into one and we’re loving it. We can almost smell the coffee and mountain air.
21. Fir Tree
This tiny little fir tree is a great size to make a statement. The intricate linework on this sweet tree is amazing. It’s awesome how tattoo artists can make a small piece really stand out. We’re totally digging this side ink.
22. Octopus
Octopuses are such interesting creatures and this tattoo artist did an incredible job making this one come to life. We could learn a lot from highly intelligent creatures. I guess for now the closest you can get to understanding them is wearing one right on your skin. This adorable ink is just too beautiful not to stare at.
23. Dandelion
Everyone remembers a time that they blew on a dandelion to make a wish. This beautiful tattoo brings back all of that nostalgia. The way this piece flows is so unique and it definitely captures all of our wishes coming true. That’s some incredible ink!
24. Saturn
Now, this tattoo is really out of this world! This simplistic style is still just as eye-catching and a real classy piece to show off. The thin linework on this piece looks like a perfect sketch. The tiny stars are also a wonderful little accent.
25. What A Gem
For all of you that love the shiny things in life, this tat style might be the one for you! If you’re scared of losing your precious jewelry might as well get your favorite stone inked on your skin. You’ll never have to worry about losing your gems! This unique piece has a 3-dimensional look to it that we’re oh so in love with. Time to start saving up $$$!
26. Olive Branches
Collar bone pieces can be a pretty bold move but this ink is so chic! We can’t get enough of this elegant olive branch. This tattoo artist crushed the shading in this piece. The person wearing this beauty around must be proud.
27. Cactus
This prickly succulent has a super unique circular pattern around it. These desert vibes are real and this ink is making us want to enjoy some heat. For all of you cacti enthusiasts, this tattoo might be a perfect fit.
28. Fruit
This tutti frutti piece is as sweet as it gets. The horizontal placement is very elegant and the faint watercolor tone keeps the piece subtle. If you’re a fruit lover this work of art is a wonderful way to express that deep love. We’re ready for a nice fruit salad after seeing this piece.
29. Cupids Arrow
Love is in the air and this cupid arrow is giving us all of those romantic vibes. Sometimes we have to wear all that lovely energy right on our sleeve. The thin linework and shading on this tattoo make it so elegant. It really looks like it popped out of a storybook or something. Loving it!
30. Cloudy Moon
The moon protects us through the night but what if you want to wear her on you at all times? This tattoo artist made those dreams come true. What a breathtaking piece that really pleases the eye. We are loving how the clouds drape over the moon.
31. Fern
This adorable little fern is melting our hearts. The placement on this piece is so classy and we’re loving how much detail this artist added to this tiny piece. We don’t think it gets much cuter than this precious fern.
32. Dotted Moon
The moon has some serious magic. For all of you who adore la luna this tattoo will be your new inspiration. This unique design is so beautifully done and we love the dotted moon illusion. The flower draping the moon are also a wonderful little accent to the work of art.
33. Geometric Spine
This geometric spinal tattoo is almost too cool to handle. The bold design is interesting and still keeping a super simple vibe. The bold lines a subtle dots make this piece come to life and we’re digging it!
33. Mountain Air
The mountains are calling. This tattoo is for all of you with wanderlust spirits. Adventure is always right around the corner when you have this tattoo on your arm. This soft shading style has such a beautiful feel to it and it might just need to be on your tattoo dream board.
34. Snake In Hand
Some people may fear holding a snake but this rightful tattoo owner has some serious strength. This artwork is so beautiful and unique, you might not even have noticed that it’s a hand holding a snake. Tattoos that make you look a little longer are always the coolest.
35. Constellation
If the stars are always guiding you this ink is perfect for you! If it’s your zodiac or your favorite group of stars these tattoos are elegant and tell their own story. This style is simple and still very bold at the same time. I mean who wouldn’t love stars on their arms?
36. Rose
The location of this tiny rose is so beautifully elegant. Its simplistic style is still very eye-catching and personally you really can’t go wrong with anything rose themed. Hey, they say ‘stop and smell the roses’, and why not have them inked on you at all times?
37. Bud To Bloom
We reallt can’t get enough roses in our life. This unique tattoo shows the stages of a blooming rose and we adore the idea. The eleborate design of this rose still give a very simplistic look if you’re looking for something not too showy.
38. Seashell & Starfish
Sally sold seashells by the seashore. These precious seashell and starfish are shaded so well it looks like you can grab it right of this persons arm. It takes some serious skill to create an eleborate texture on such a tiny tat. This artists really blew us out of the water! Pun intended.
39. Succulent Skull
When we think of skulls we think something spooky, but this skull tattoo is more beautiful than we could have ever imagined. This tiny masterpiece has splashes of white ink that contrast really well together. Whoever’s wearing this on their elbow is very proud to strut with this cool little piece.
40. Frida Love
This breathtaking tattoo is an honor of the great Frida Kahlo. This elegant design has us so in love with this artists light but vibrant style. The unique way to show just half of her face make the eyes pop like she’s really staring at you. The inside elbow location is also a totally awesome idea.
41. Heart
Some of us wear our hearts on our sleeves and this tattoo is the perfect way to display that. This thin and bold line work makes the tattoo soft to the eye. For all of you lovers out their this tattoo style might be the one for you!
42. Winged Beauty
We can never see enough butterfly tattoos. There’s something so magical about butterfly’s, hence why people feel so connected to them. This tattoo is a wonderful piece of the classic butterfly. This artist brought in a bold bottom wing along with gradiant in her upper wings that really stand out. Fly little butterfly!
43. Wave
The ocean is calling. This gorgeous wave tattoo is taking us right out to sea. The way this artist kept the wave in an circle makes the flow of this piece super cool. It’s time to grab a board and find those radical waves. What a swell job!
44. Birdy
Wow, this masterpiece looks like it’s about to fly away. The way this artist used these light pastel colors compliments this birdy perfectly. We adore how this little feathered friend is holding flowers on it’s flight. This tattoo is such an elegant work of art.
45. Hand Holding
This elegant tattoo has popping color and still a very minimalistic style we’re so here for! The hands are put in a great location that let’s them be seen but nothing to in your face. We love this romantic piece and hope it inspires your next tattoo.
46. Flower Lightening
This ink is definitely electric! We are loving this unique design that still has such an chic feel to it. The colors they choice work so well together and it really makes this lightening bolt pop. Of course, we can’t get enough of those roses!
47. Tulips
Tip toe through the tulips. This precious piece is very simple but the bold lines and shading make this piece pop. This tat may be small but it sure is mighty!We love the location for this ink. It makes your average ponytail cooler than ever.
48. Whale
This gorgeous little whale has us wishing we could dive into the deep blue sea. These magestic creatures are too beautiful not to love and this artist truly makes this whale come to life. The light and gradient shading of this tattoo is so incredibly done we can’t stop staring at it.
49. Flower Lungs
Breathe in… Breathe out. These tiny lungs are blooming and it’s they’re even inspiring us to remember to breath. This masterpiece is so unique and eloquent, we’re wishing we could have this inked on our skin.
50. Lotus
The lotus speaks volumes with it’s devine beauty. This gorgeous tattoo is all kinds of awesome. The lotus and crescent moon together brings such an airy and wonderful message. To all of you seekers it’s time for some enlightenment.
51. Avocado
Fun Fact: An avocado is a fruit. This awesome tattoo is for all of you avocado addicts. The simple shading makes it look like it hopped right out of storybook. If there is such thing as an avocado storybook… Either way we are digging this cool avo tat.
52. Two Faced
Now this is the kind of tattoo that will always get a double take. This elegant face sketch is as cool as it gets. The color contrast with the red and the black looks so 3-dimensional. We’re in awe of this unique double face ink.
53. Pine Tree Mountains
There’s something so magical about nature tattoos. They look like they came right out of a book and make us wish for our next adventure. This tattoo is so beautifully done and has us ready to pack up and go on some sort of camping trip. For all of you nature lovers this tattoo is the perfect inspiration for you.
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54. Door Into The Universe
When some people are investing in a tattoo to wear for the rest of their lives, they want it to be authentic. This doorway to outerspace is seriously out of this world. This ones for all of you dreamers out there that can’t stop their imaginations from running. Now, that’s some super awesome ink!
55. Palm Tree
There’s really nothing like a summer breeze. This palm tree tattoo has us ready for the tropics at all times. The thin simplistic line work is so classy and still totally awesome. We can almost smell the tropical air from here.
56. MOM
We wouldn’t be here without our mom’s and that’s just a fact. This adorable mom piece has a really cool 3-D look to it. This classy little ink would definitely get moms approval. Mom love is real and this ink is a perfect way to honor mama!
57. Hedgehog
Oh yeah we are living for this adorable work of art. Just when you thought it couldn’t get any cuter this tiny hedgehog tat is in front of our eyes. The light shading in this ink makes it look like these cuties hopped out of a childrens book. Now, you always have pals hanging out with these little guys on your arm.
58. Red Lion
This tattoo brings a unique twist to your average lion ink. We love the way this artist covered half of this lions face with flowers. The way this artist kept the shading so light gives this tattoo a very soft elegant feel. But don’t forget that lions symbolize strength and courage.
59. Silhouette
This chic masterpiece is so beautiful we can hardly take our eyes off of it. It takes some serious skill to create the continuous linework for this silhouette sketch. If you’re more of an artsy type you might want to add this to you tattoo dreamboard.
60. Jellyfish
Now, some of you may fear ever being close to a jellyfish, while others want to tattoo the stinging beauties onto them forever. This awesome jellyfish tattoo looks as if it’s swimming on this persons arm. The elaborate design on this jelly are perfectly done and we really can’t stop staring.
61. Moon Girl
The moon radiates feminine energy and this awesome tattoo symbolizes just that. This small but mighty tattoo is a very unique and classy design. We love the simple linework that makes this tat speak for itself. Don’t we all wish to dance with the moon?
62. Eye
Eye see you. This super groovy eye tattoo really does catch your eye. This crisp linework makes this ink come to life. This isn’t your average eye tattoo and we love to see this artist spin on the classic eye!
63. Mandela Style
The way tattoo artists can create patterns so in sync with a needle, ink, and skin is absolutely amazing. This tattoo took some serious skill and we love how intricit this design is. Everyone loves a great mandela piece but this one takes home the cake!
64. Flower Head
Do you ever wish you had flowers blooming from your head? Well this tattoo makes that daydream come to life. This simple ink has such a bold beautiful energy around it. We love how elegant this piece is.
65. Elephant
This precious piece is just too cute to handle. Tiny elephants are easily the most adorable thing. A subtle ankle tat is also a super classy placement idea if you’re looking for ink that is subtle. This baby elephant has got some awesome bold lines that still give a simple vibe.
66. Moon Phases
The moon is just too powerful to deny. This moon tattoo is so unique and elegant we’re wishing upon a star to get ink like this. The different phases of the moon are so beautifully done and we’re loving this black and white contrast.
67. Ohana
‘Ohana means family. Family means no one gets left behind or forgotten’
This beautiful script tattoo speaks volumes with only one word. Our family is always apart us in some way and this tattoo honors that notion. This beautiful script tattoo speaks volumes with only one word.
68. Flower Bite
We can’t get enough of these flower and face tattoos. This sketch in particular is quite unique. We’re loving the linework in this piece and also the vision that came to life. This elegant girl biting onto a flower is super epic!
69. Poppy
Flowers are one of Mother nature’s greatest gifts. This poppy and daisy ink is so classy and beautiful. We’re loving the way this color choice really makes this artwork stand out. The way the flowers are draped on the forearm is also another thing that makes these beauties pop.
70. Hibiscus Triangle
This unique tattoo design really stands out from a crowd. Hibiscus flowers are one of the most beautiful blooms, that always reminds us of tropical climates. The way this artist placed the flowers in a triangular formation is super unique and fresh. Sometimes you’ve got to think outside of the box and look into a triangle.
71. Paper Plane
For all of you dreamers out there this tattoo is a beautiful one for you. This clever paper airplane artwork has gorgeous flowers to follow it’s path. We love the creativity in this ink and the color of the flowers go so well together.
72. Rose Face
This classy minimalistic style is extremely unique. Although this sketch is rather simple it’s bold with elegance. The way the rose is covering the other eye on this face is so beautiful and artsy. For all of you authentic and chic peeps out there this ones for you!
73. Hummingbird
Now, this ink looks like it’s going to fly right off of her shoulder. Hummingbirds are rare to see often, but when you do you know it’s a very special moment. This beautiful bird tattoo is so beautifully done and the shading makes this sweet thang soar.
74. Sailboat
Sailing across the sea always seems like such a peaceful thing. This incredible tattoo is a unique sketch of a sailboat that looks like it hopped right out of a storybook. We love this illustrative style that still looks classy and cool. Come sail away on this ink journey.
75. Bundle Of Flowers
We really can’t get enough of these flower tats. This bundle in particular is special in its own way. We’re loving the way these colors pop and also how the dotted circle around them brings such an elegant accent. These delicate flowers are beautiful as ever!
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