With this selection of handsome tattoos small It is shown that size, when we talk about ink, many times does not matter, and that we can achieve a spectacular design in mini size.
Whether they are simple, detailed, in black and white or with a few touches of color, below you will find a lot of ideas to get a tattoo ideal, plus a few tips to keep in mind. Read on to find out!
Tips for your tattoo to be perfect
Before giving you the pile of ideas that we have prepared, let's talk about some tips that it is useful to keep in mind for this type of tattoos:
The size
Of course, As we are talking about tiny tattoos, size is one of the most important things to consider before taking the big step.. It is highly recommended that you discuss it with your tattoo artist, since he will know for sure if the area is tattooable, if the design can be scaled…. However, it is important to note that:
- Some designs can go from big to small very easily (for example, tribal people). Others do not admit to getting smaller or have worse results (for example, the realists).
- The level of detail, in most cases, has to be minimal to make it look its best and prevent the tattoo from losing detail and smudging over time.
The area to be tattooed
The area in which we want to get the tattoo is one of the considerations that we will have to take into account so that, firstly, the tattoo is appreciated properly and secondly, that it lasts as long as possible. So that:
- The best places for small handsome tattoos are the forearm, the inner area of the biceps, the arm, the nape, the neck, behind the ear and the ankle.
- Avoid very large places like the back. Not only will it look smaller than it actually is, but it can block the spot for your next piece.
- Keep in mind that places like the hands and feet have different skin and are used a lot, thus tattoos in these areas tend to rub off more easily.
How much do small tattoos cost?
We have already discussed this topic on other occasions on the blog, but it is worth remembering that tattoos usually have a minimum price. Although in the end the tattoo artist takes only five minutes with your tattoo, the time it takes to prepare everything (the ink, the room, the needles, etc.) is the same as for a large piece.
The minimum price may vary from tattoo artist to tattoo artist. Ideally, you should compare a few (through social networks, but also by visiting their stores) and finally choose the one you like the most.
Ideas for some super cool tattoos
Now yes, below we present a series of ideas to inspire you in your next design.
Minis origami tattoos
One of the designs that works best in small pieces is origami. The art of Japanese folding paper allows for a very clean and geometric design, to which you can even add a few dots of color.
Detailed tattoos
Although we have previously recommended that you do not opt for detailed designs, the truth is that sometimes the rules are there to skip them. With an experienced tattoo artist, we can achieve a design that gives the impression of being detailed by playing with shadows, perspective and color.
Animal tattoos
Some animals lend themselves especially to being inspiration for cute little tattoos because of their very characteristic shape. We talk about adorable critters like flamingos, giraffes, lions, elephants, turtles, whales ...
Plant tattoos
Although all plants, with a simple and delicate line, work very well in small tattoos, the truth is that wild plants lend themselves especially. Thin and delicate plants such as violets, lavender or thyme are very, very well in small designs.
Star tattoos
Although a nautical star is very cool no matter what size it is, for a really small tattoo the ideal are the constellations. Elegant, fine and, above all, small, you have a lot to draw inspiration from, each with its own legend.
Tattoos with touches of watercolor
Small handsome tattoos are not incompatible with color, and watercolor, with its muted and pastel tones, is ideal for a simply gorgeous design. Combine the color with other elements such as feathers, moons, waves ...
Words and phrases tattoos
Another of the possible designs for this type of tattoos are those that include words or phrases (obviously the latter for somewhat larger designs). The real trick is not only choosing a good word or phrase, but also knowing how to choose the font of the letter.
Finger tattoos
Okay, we told you before that getting your fingers tattooed wasn't a good idea, but if you want a piece there yes or yes, opt for the upper part of the fingers, where the design is more likely to last longer.
We hope we have given you a lot of ideas for your future cute little tattoos. Tell us if you have any in the comments!