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tattoo design speaks at the highest volume.
Illustrations aren’t everyone’s cup of tea when it comes to body art.
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Some are more inclined towards elegant wording and meaningful phrases astattoos.
Keep scrolling for more expert advice on getting inked with words, plus 60 tattoo ideas.
We love this dainty rendition.
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Storybook Prose
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Incorporating words into a design can totally change or amplify the meaning.
Artsy Doodles
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We love this casual doodle effect on Zoe Kravitz’s wrist and hand.
Byrdie Tip
Consider the inner wrists and ankles as safe bets for word tattoos.
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They will also allow you to read them on a daily basis, which is sort of the point.
Collarbone Crest
Have a favorite phrase or nickname you’d like to selectively show off?
Get it inked along the curve of thecollarbonefor a sweet spotlight.
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Poetry Snippet
Poetry can be a great source of inspiration for timeless word tattoos.
Upper Hip Motto
Keep your tattoo fairly private with a clever upper hip placement.
“Just like with clothing, it comes down to your taste and style,” he says.
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Iconography
Get the best of both worlds with a gorgeous illustration to accompany your word of choice.
Save the Date
A year or date can be shorthand for a whole host of memories.
Tattoos this small can go just about anywhere on the body.
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We love this bold, classic tattoo font.
For more elaborately illustrated tattoos, the artist’s style is extremely important.
The downside is that it’s tough to see your own ink.
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In this case, the words aren’t the focus, but they sure do add to the beauty.
Pet Portrait
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Honor a beloved pet with a detailed portrait accompanied by their name.
For an accurate likeness, be sure to bring a photo of the subject to your tattoo appointment.
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We love the red and black color scheme.
Lettering and font tattoos beg for attention to detail.
Upper Back Musings
Evan Rachel Wood’s curved tattoo is an Edgar Allen Poe quote.
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Spinal Ink
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The spine is a gorgeous, unique placement for font tattoos.
Aftercare is essential for keeping ink vivid.
The lettering is large enough that you don’t need to be up close to read it.
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It’s simple but often forgotten."
Distinctive Cursive
Sometimes you may prioritize an artist’s distinctive style over anything else.
Wraparound Wording
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The longer the phrase, the more space you will likely need.
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Put it somewhere subtle, like the underside of a finger.
Mixed Media
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Different styles of lettering are blended into this geometric sleeve design.
Foot Symbols
The side of the foot is a great place for a larger tattoo.
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Crossed Out
Clever cross-outs create the opportunity to read this ink several ways.
Bracelet Ink
Influencer, Chiara Ferragni’s ink (courtesy of tattoo artist, Dr.
Anywhere with bones closer to the surface of your skin will likely hurt more during the tattoo process.
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It’s such a clever take on the word tattoo trend, blending illustration and lettering.
With a placement this powerful, few words are needed.
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