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If you’re nervous or stressed about how permanent tattoos are, trust us when we say – you’re not alone. It’s all fun and games when you think about the fact that getting permanent ink is a cool way to express yourself and your individuality, but you’re scared. Enter-mermaid tattoos.
If you’re stuck on where to start when you’re trying to dive into the world of ink, you might want to start with a mermaid tattoo. A tiny heart tattoo or a delicate, dainty word tattoo might seem like the right way to go, but we’re here to tell you that you’re ready for something bigger and better – a mermaid tattoo.
Whether you’re seeking a deep, spiritual symbol or testing the waters before committing to a full sleeve, a mermaid tattoo might be your way of expressing your creativity. Mermaid tattoos were a popular symbol among sailors and the sailing community, but nowadays mermaid tattoos represent many meanings.
A mermaid tattoo can carry the meaning of freedom, strength, and feminine energy, for example. A mermaid tattoo can represent mystery, magic, and all things ocean, too. After all, mermaid tattoos are a popular motif because they’re wearable and versatile, from minimal, fine-line designs to big, bold tattoos.
We’re bringing you a few of our favorite mermaid tattoos to get you started.
1. A tattoo of a mermaid with flowers and seashells
If you’re going to get a mermaid tattoo, you might as well go all out and get a mermaid tattoo embellished with flowers and seashells. It’s a great way for you to work with your tattoo artist, explore your creativity, and come up with a design that speaks to you the most.
2. A tattoo of a mermaid sitting on a seashell
A mermaid sitting on a seashell and holding a pearl? Absolutely! If you’re on the hunt for a mermaid tattoo that’s guaranteed to attract attention, you might want to opt for something that’s going to take a little more time than a tiny mermaid tail tattoo.
3. A small and simple mermaid tattoo
A small and simple mermaid tattoo might be your cup of tea, though. After all, when you don’t want to spend your entire salary on an ocean-themed work of art, you might want to go with a delicate and dainty mermaid tattoo that represents your love of all things ocean, anyway.
4. A beautiful and bold mermaid tattoo
What about a mermaid tattoo that looks like something straight out of a Disney original? Whether you’re a first-timer or getting your millionth tattoo, you’re going to appreciate the time and effort needed to complete a mermaid tattoo.
5. A tattoo of a framed mermaid
When you decide to bite the bullet and get a tattoo of a sea creature you’re obsessed with, you need to “go big or go home.” A tattoo of a framed mermaid sitting on a rock, singing her song, and looking into the distance might be a great way for you to become the talk of the town.
6. A Gypsy mermaid tattoo
What about a Gypsy mermaid tattoo? You might think that mermaid tattoos are basic and boring, but you’re the one who gets to play with different styles, symbols, and elements that can make or break your tattoo. You get to design your mermaid in whichever way you want.
7. A tattoo of a mermaid with blue hair
A tattoo of a mermaid with blue hair might be your way of celebrating your own bold (and beautiful!) appearance or commemorating someone special who happens to have blue hair. Whatever your reasons might be, a tattoo of a mermaid with blue hair guarantees to raise a question or two.
8. A warrior mermaid tattoo
When you decide to get a mermaid tattoo, don’t shy away from making your wildest dreams come true. Work with a good tattoo artist to come up with a design that reflects the type of tattoo you always wanted to get – a warrior mermaid holding a sword and shield looks awesome, doesn’t it?
9. A skeleton mermaid tattoo
A skeleton mermaid tattoo might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but that’s what makes the entire tattoo stand out even more.
Whether you’re on the hunt for something creative that’s going to make you stand out or something out of the box that’s going to challenge you, a skeleton mermaid tattoo might be the one for you.
10. A big and bold mermaid tattoo
Whenever you’re overthinking and overanalyzing the possibility of getting a mermaid tattoo, don’t – mermaid tattoos are extremely wearable and versatile, and they’re a great way for you to play with whatever elements work for you. A mermaid tattoo sitting on a crescent moon, anyone?
11. A tattoo of a mermaid kissing a seashell
We’re obsessed with fine-line tattoos because they’re much more elegant and effortless than the tattoos we’ve been seeing on our dads and uncles. When you decide to get a mermaid tattoo, consider opting for a fine-line tattoo artist and getting a tattoo of a mermaid smooching a seashell.
12. A delicate and dainty mermaid tattoo
We’re obsessed with line-art tattoos, too! Whether you get a simple outline of a mermaid’s tail, a line-art tattoo of a mermaid sitting on a shell, or something completely diferent, we urge you to explore the wondrous world of line-art tattoos.
13. A skeleton mermaid tattoo on the leg
We’d argue that most people opt for mermaid tattoos on the upper arm, the shoulder, or even the collarbone, but never on the leg – and that’s wrong. A mermaid tattoo on the leg can be a great way to poke fun at the fact that mermaids don’t have legs – but we’re not here to make political statements.
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14. A mermaid tattoo on the side of the stomach
A mermaid tattoo on the side of the stomach? Absolutely! We can’t think of a better way to use the space on the side of your stomach than to get a tattoo of a sea creature that represents your strength, power, and personality.
15. A tattoo of a mermaid reaching for the moon and stars
Whether you decide to get a mermaid tattoo because you’re reaching for the stars or because you need a reminder that you’re on the right path toward the stars, that’s up to you. We do, however, know that you can’t go wrong with a mermaid tattoo – ever.
16. A tattoo of a mermaid with an octopus
Why not get a tattoo of a mermaid and an octopus? Mermaid tattoos are great because you can play with different elements that work with the vibe – an octopus tattoo, for example, represents a variety of things, including intelligence, flexibility, adaptability, mystery, and complexity.
17. A Venus mermaid tattoo
What do you get when you combine Sandro Botticelli’s The Birth of Venus and a mermaid? A tattoo that’s guaranteed to put a smile on your face every time you see what you came up with.
18. A magnificent mermaid tattoo
What’s great about mermaids might be the fact that they’re almost always going to look like a million dollars – no matter what style, color combination (or lack thereof), or tattoo artist you opt for, you’re going to walk out of the tattoo parlor with a great tattoo.
19. A soft and sleek mermaid tattoo
Argh, take one look at the artistry behind that tattoo and tell us you’re not thinking of getting the same one ASAP! Whether you’re adding onto a sticker sleeve tattoo or trying to figure out a single design that’s going to embellish your arm, we suggest you go for a soft and sleek mermaid tattoo.
20. A mermaid tail tattoo
If you’re not the biggest fan of mermaids, you might want to get a mermaid tail tattoo. It’s a little bit silly, but a mermaid tail represents bravery, beauty, magic, power, and connection to nature. If you’re looking into getting yourself a mermaid tattoo, consider getting a mermaid tail, instead.
21. A tattoo of mermaid scales
What about mermaid scales? We’d argue that a tattoo of mermaid scales can be much more mysterious and magnificent than a tattoo of a mermaid. Get a good tattoo artist who’s going to play with color combinations, styles, and shapes to create a work of art – just for you.
22. A watercolor mermaid tattoo
If you’re tired of basic, boring tattoos that don’t have the personality you want them to have, you might want to experiment with watercolor tattoos. A watercolor tattoo of a mermaid might be one of the most mesmerizing tattoos you’re ever going to see (or get!).
23. A tattoo of mermaid scales on the shoulder
We already talked your ears off with mermaid scales, but we wanted to give you another option to consider. A tattoo of mermaid scales across the shoulder and the back might create the illusion that you’re turning into a mermaid yourself. After all, you wouldn’t mind turning into a mermaid, right?
24. A mermaid sticker sleeve tattoo
A mermaid sticker sleeve might be the best suggestion when you’re thinking of getting a mermaid tattoo but you’re unsure of the style you want to opt for. A sticker sleeve can be a great way to experiment with different ocean-themed motifs without committing to a bigger piece. Good luck!
