27 Tiny Tattoos That Will Make A Big Statement
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Even the tiniest of tattoos are a huge decision — after all, it's a pretty permanent accessory. The decision to get inked takes a long time — take it from us. You'll probably spend months (maybe even years) finding the right design for you, placement, size and even the artist to make your tattoo dreams come to life. (And don't even get us started on the lengthy booking periods.) Whatever your process is, you don't need a ton of ink to make an impact. Even the smallest tattoo can make the statement you want it too.
If you're searching for some tiny tat inspo, you've come to the right place. Check out these tiny tattoos that will make the best lifetime addition to your arm candy.
Embrace the beauty of nature.
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Plants are a classic tattoo, and we love the simplicity of this one.
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Add a dainty flower to your body ink for a feminine and powerful touch.
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Thanks to Harry Styles and the '50s style revival, cherries are all the rage right now. Add a tiny bunch of cherries to your ink collection for a cute accent.
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Let your inner wild child out with a simple leopard tat.
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This lemon tat is so cute. If you've got a fave fruit, why not get it tattooed?
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This one's for all of our beach lovers who don't want the stereotypical wave tattoo. Opt for this seagull tat for a simple way to show off your passion for the beach.
Butterfly
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Butterflies symbolize transformation, hope and faith. There are so many stunning butterfly variations, so you will definitely find the best one for you.
For our art-appreciators.
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Add a tiny cherub to your arm candy for an adorable piece of body art.
The Creation of Adam
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This recreation of "The Creation of Adam" by Michelangelo is a stunning design. Add a few sparkles an really emphasize the spark of life.
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We love the detail of this tiny sword. Add it to your sleeve or let it stand alone for the daintiest detail.
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Hailey Bieber and Ariana Grande really sealed the deal for us when it comes to finger tats. Join the crew of tatted celebs with similar dainty starbutsts.
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You can make a ripple tattoo any size — but we're obsessed with this smaller size.
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If you're obsessed with your Sun, Moon and Rising, you might as well let everyone know with a series of lil tats.
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Can you tell we love some sparkle? The composition of this design really makes it stand out from the rest.
Pay homage to your native language.
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Arabic is a beautiful language and certainly makes a stunning tattoo.
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This tattoo may be tiny, but the red really makes it stand out on your hand!
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Embrace the messiness of your natural handwriting with this tat.
Add some style to your favorite words and phrases.
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Take your favorite word in a classic serif font and italicize it for an elegant tat.
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If you don't want a basic letter in Times New Roman, throw it into a gothic font for a more artistic design.
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Immortalize your fave person by tattooing their handwriting. Talk about a lifetime commitment!
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Got a favorite word or saying? Add it to your body for a happy reminder each time you look in the mirror.
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Got a favorite positive affirmation? Keep it close to your with some permanent ink.
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Who said you need anything extravagant? Sometimes simplicity is best.
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...And that simplicity goes for lucky numbers, too.
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If you're a die-hard New Yorker, Miami fanatic or London lover, get your fave city tattooed and you'll never leave it behind.
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Let ABBA (or whichever artist you love) shine with a spot on your arm.
Tag us with your tiny tats on all socials @BritandCo.
This post has been updated.
Photos courtesy of Marina Molist, @melatatt and Ivy Ink.
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