A tattoo is for life, or at least it is not done thinking that it will be removed later with effective (although painful) ones. laser treatments. One of the unwritten rules to make the experience a success in the long term is to avoid couple names; Another is to choose the design carefully and try to make it have some personal meaning; and as a tip for beginners, the more discreet ones are not only fashionable, they also work as the perfect rite of passage because they are not as visible and the visual impact is considerably reduced. If you are looking for inspiration to get started in the universe of ink or you want to add something else, we select 30 options for small tattoos, some with words, very original and ideal to share with friends, in addition to some that we have signed for the celebrities.
© CajatattooThe Moon of Ester Expósito
They say that women are to the moon what men are to the sun… Ester Expósito wears one on her back, at the height of her shoulder blade, and with such a fine line that it easily goes unnoticed. In fact, was the first tattoo he got and for her it symbolizes femininity, energy and madness. As a tip, you can always play with the size and go for a smaller design to achieve an even more discreet result.
© belmontetattooTribute to grandparents
It is true what they say about being eternal and for those who feel a very special bond with their loved ones, this design by artist Meyk Belmonte helps have them a little closer forever. Furthermore, by choosing a fine line it becomes a very discreet, simple idea and you can also play with the size.
© liosmiostattooYour initial
They are worn as pendants, adorn bracelets and even on signet rings; Even toiletries bags or clothing items are engraved with initials. With this idea we suggest that you also carry it on your body and permanently. a trace of who you arebecause the letter with which our name begins usually has a very special meaning.
© ads.inkInitials of special people
And from the tattoo with which you pay tribute to yourself to another dedicated to the rest, specifically, to people who occupy a very important place in your life. Some mothers, for example, they tattoo their children’s initialssome children those of their parents and a long etcetera of options with which to have your most loved ones very close.
© CajatattooAlien
If you are from those who do not feel like they belong on this planetthis design that Nacho Caja (the same tattoo artist Ester Expósito trusts) has created for the Mexican Re Contreras is a very original idea. For Contreras, the word has so much meaning that it is the one that appears on his networks as the first sentence of his profile.
© ads.inkPhrases with meaning
Words like “patience”, “balance” or “resilience” often adorn the skin of those who need cultivate some of these qualities. Although you can also record longer phrases like this “trust the process” that reminds you every day of the importance of trusting the process.
© aitanaxAitana’s flower
As we remind you time and time again, minimizing the ideas we suggest is always an option. Furthermore, in the case of the singer, the area in which she carries the sunflower is the inner side of the armwhich is hidden most of the time and will convince the most discreet.
© belmontetattooButterflies
They symbolize freedom and transformationbecause first they are caterpillars and then they hatch into one of the most beautiful winged insects in the world. Apart from representing metamorphosis, they are also an example of resilience and perseverance, because they wait patiently until they reach their goal.
© Cajatattooabstract portraits
Of yourself or a special person, wearing an abstract illustration of a face is the minimalist and discreet version of the most realistic portraitsin addition to being able to choose to go deeper into the features so that the resemblance is greater.
© caradelevingeWith designation of origin
Cara Delevingne has a tattoo on the sole of her foot with which its British origin is more than confirmed. From “made in England” to “made in Spain” and all the variants of towns, cities, municipalities and other places that say where you come from or where you feel, the model’s design is as original as it is full of meaning.
© chiaraferragniA portrait of Matilda
Chiara Ferragni has her beloved Matilda tattooed on one of her fingers, the bulldog French that the Italian presented to the world in 2010 and that this year blows out thirteen candles. The influencer he considers his dog his daughter; He dresses it, adores it and has it engraved on his skin for life.
© liosmiostattooPets
And, for animal lovers, their pets become another member of their family and there are those who say that they love them more than human beings. For these unconditional of their “furry life companions”this design from the Murcian studio Líos Míos is ideal for those looking for a small tattoo.
© framistattoogeometric figures
The circles symbolize eternity or plenitude; the squares stability; The triangle is a shape that is associated with spirituality and divinity… Each figure has its meaning And, furthermore, they are perfect ideas if you are looking for a truly discreet design.
© ivancasaboLaura Escanes and Rome
The influencer He carries on one of his forearms an illustration in which appears hugging his daughter Roma when she was a baby. The expert he turned to to achieve such a fine result was Ivan Casabó, a highly sought-after artist who is followed by more than one hundred and seventy thousand users on the networks.
© lauraescanesa moon
In addition to the portrait with her daughter, Laura also carries a moon just like Ester Expositoalthough in this case it is smaller and is placed in front of the shoulder instead of on the shoulder blade.
© goicoecheaon the finger
A trick that works really well when it comes to hiding tattoos is to make them right where you put your ringsbecause, as Jessica Goicoechea demonstrates, if you choose an especially large one it can be covered almost completely. The influencer It also has the phrase “I don’t believe in humans” on the side of the wrist.
© laurarey.artPointillism
Creating shapes with dots is fashionable and, although you can choose any area of the body to decorate it with sequences like the one in the photo, created by illustrator Laura Rey, hands and arms They are the most popular.
© laurarey.artNature
These ultra-delicate branches that They turn the skin into a work of artare also by the artist Laura Rey and will delight nature lovers or those looking for a design that symbolizes growth.
© madridarttattooFor travelers
Yeah you are always thinking about the next destination and you are already more than used to endless flights or, on the contrary, there are not many stamps in your passport yet but you are looking forward to filling out all its pages, this small tattoo of an airplane is perfect for you.
© majestictattoostudioLinear
Find an artist who has a good pulse and talent to turn a sequence of points and lines In a tattoo as delicate and suggestive as this one that David Vlašánek has created at Majestic Tattoo Studio, it is a sure hit.
© ohmycat_tattoostudioOde to summer
It doesn’t matter if you call them espetos or sardines, if you have ever spent the summer on the Costa del Sol you know that that characteristic smell that comes from the beach bars is synonymous with relaxation, vacations, sun, beach and heat. Because if you are a lover of this fish or what it represents, this OH MY CAT! design! Tattoo Studio is going to make you fall in love.
© sinkply11:11
Considered the number of angels, There are those who claim to see elevens everywhere. If you also feel that it haunts you and you associate it with something good, you can always tattoo it on your skin to reinforce the benefits of this numerology phenomenon.
© sinkplyThe lion king
Is favorite disney movie of many and this symbol that Rafiki draws on a tree when Simba is born, one of the most iconic moments. If you have also grown up seeing her almost daily, we propose this tattoo with which there will be no doubt that you are the No. 1 fan of the film.
© Launchmetrics SpotlightMeteorological phenomena
Although sunny days are, as a rule, everyone’s favorite, There are those who enjoy when it is cloudyfind absolute peace in a downpour or can’t wait for the snow season to arrive. Whatever your favorite climate, if it is a trait that characterizes you, this Michael Kors model inspires the perfect design for you.
© teo_tattoosCoordinates
Angelina Jolie has the coordinates of the airport tattooed on her back. exact place where each of his children were born And not only can your idea be imitated on the occasion of motherhood, engraving other especially significant places forever is a tattoo idea that is as beautiful as it is original.
© teresa_cuttooAnimals
If there is an animal that represents you, what is known as a “spirit animal”, have it tattooed on your skin forever as in the case of this turtle, a species that It is associated with longevity, fortune and life. In fact, there is a belief that the energy of turtles is what moves the world.
© vicmaborRoman numerals
Victoria de Marichalar has a twenty in Roman numerals tattooed on one of her forearms, an idea that can inspire you to mark a very special birthday on your skinthe one in which you have achieved an important challenge.
© teresa_cuttooReturn to childhood
As in the case of The lion kingthis illustration of Winnie the Pooh is the best way to preserve an innocent spirit and connect with your inner child. Especially if you had a character, series or movie that meant everything to you.
© violetVioleta Mangriñán’s small tattoos
She is a fan of tattooing her body and, although she has some larger designs, she also has others that they go completely unnoticed until he photographs his hands in a very close-up like this. An illustration of the head of an alien, “Cinnamon”, which is the name of his dog… Although one of the most special is the one we are going to show you below.
© violetyour daughter’s name
Almost a year ago Violeta became a mother for the first time, a girl he named Gala and, of course, it has a special place in your hand.