150 cool tattoos for women and their meaning

by John Griffith
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While tattoos used to be taboo, they are now widely accepted and considered a very popular body jewellery. Both men and women get a tattoo to stand out from the crowd and express their individuality. But since a tattoo is usually something very personal, which remains on the skin forever, sometimes it is difficult to select the right tattoo motif. In this article we will show you the most popular tattoos for women and explain their meanings. In addition, we have collected 150 cool tattoo ideas in our gallery, which you can use as inspiration for your next tattoo.

Tattoos for women: floral tattoos

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The flowers are among the most popular tattoo motifs for women. No wonder: because of their bright colours and wonderful shapes they look very magical and feminine. In addition, they are associated with beauty and femininity. The flower tattoos not only look very beautiful, but also carry various symbolic meanings. Which are the most popular flower motifs and what they actually symbolise, we’ll tell you now.

Lotus Tattoo

A Lotus Tattoo is deeply symbolic and can have different meanings. In Hindu religion, for example, this flower is associated with beauty and purity as well as spiritual adulthood. In Buddhism, the lotus represents the purity of the body, mind and soul. The color of the lotus also plays a crucial role here: The white lotus symbolises purity and perfection, the blue lotus symbolises strength and constancy, and the red lotus love, compassion, passion. Some of the A-list stars that have a lotus tattoo are Katy Perry, Malin Akerman and Ellie Goulding.

Rose Tattoo

The rose is one of the most popular flowers in the world and is the favorite flower of many women. For this reason, it is not surprising that tattoos with rose motifs are very often seen. Big or small, coloured or black-gray – a rose tattoo always makes a strong impression. What does a rose tattoo symbolise? Roses stand for love and beauty and a tattoo with this motif is also associated with it. It also symbolises hope, balance and a new beginning. Famous people with rose tattoos are Cher, Amber Rose and Cheryl Cole.

Orchid Tattoo

In different cultures, the orchid carries different meanings. It represents heroism in Japanese culture, it is associated with power in Aztec culture, and symbolises prosperity and fertility in China. If you choose an orchid tattoo, you can choose from over 25,000 orchid species. This guarantees that you will find the right tattoo motif.

Lily tattoo

A lily tattoo brings together a multitude of meanings. This beautiful flower stands for purity, perfection and viability as well as for understanding, compassion and wealth. A tattoo with a lily motif can be interpreted in different ways, so it is often combined with other tattoo motifs that carry the desired symbolism.

Cherry blossom tattoo

The tattoos with cherry blossom motifs are very popular in Japan. They symbolise life, beauty, morality and are often met in combination with tattoos with samurai motifs.

Tattoos for women: butterfly tattoo

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The butterflies are a true wonder of nature. They usually do not live long, but in a short period of time they undergo a drastic transformation and are therefore often associated with rebirth and transformation. The butterflies are a symbol of love, spirituality, connection with nature and femininity and are often chosen as a tattoo motif. The symbolic meaning of a tattoo with this motif mostly depends on the particular location where it is tattooed. A butterfly tattoo on the chest, for example, is associated with love. But when tattooed on the back, it symbolises stability and trust. Stars who have a butterfly tattoo are Drew Barrymore and Mariah Carey.

Bird tattoo

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Another very popular tattoo motif among women is the bird motif. The birds fascinate humanity with their ability to fly for miles and are therefore often associated with freedom and independence. The people who wear a bird tattoo are usually characterised by a strong character. Stars that have a bird motif tattoo are Rosie Huntington-Whitely, Reese Witherspoon, and Leighton Meester.

A bird tattoo symbolises:

  • Freedom and independence
  • Hope
  • Nobility
  • Protection and spiritual development
  • Motherhood and family
  • Beauty and elegance
  • Love and peace
  • Knowledge and wisdom

Mandala Tattoo

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Mandalas are mostly circular symbols that are used in Buddhism and Hinduism for religious purposes. They represent wholeness, unity and are also associated with perfection. The Mandala tattoos are very detailed and look very feminine and seductive. They can carry different meanings, depending on the personal ideas of their wearer. Some tattoos with this motif represent truth and honesty, others symbolise the balance between mind and body. The Mandala tattoos are usually made with black ink and are thanks to the many details real eye-catchers.

Tattoos for women: the dreamcatcher and its symbolism

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Perhaps you already know what a dreamcatcher is – a circle of willow rod, in which a net of thread is stretched, and which is decorated with various objects such as feather, pearls and others. This handmade accessory was a Native American cult object designed to protect sleeping children from nightmares and evil spirits. With its deep symbolic meaning and cool feminine design, the Dreamcatcher has become one of the most popular tattoo designs for women. Whether coloured or black-gray – a dream catcher tattoo looks very effective, feminine and somehow mysterious. Dream catchers are often tattooed on the arm, on the body side or on the back. Stars who have a dream catcher tattoo are Miley Cyrus and Kendall Jenner.

Stunning tattoos for women

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Coloured tattoo on the upper arm, which carries different meanings in itself

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Super realistic forearm tattoo

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Tattoo with white roses and compass

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Hummingbird tattoo in black and gray

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The owl tattoo stands for wisdom, protection and strength 

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Watercolour tattoos have been on the rise for awhile now

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two roses, heart shaped, crystal locket, forearm tattoo, cute tattoos for girls, black leather arm rest

Gorgeous accessory to any outfit

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Tribal tattoos are usually preferred by men, but this picture proves that they look even better on women

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Dedication to a man’s best friend

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green and black dreamcatcher, upper arm tattoos, purple furry blanket, forearm tattoo

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dreamcatcher with feathers, rib cage tattoo, upper arm tattoos, blue printed top

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Intricate and stunning arm sleeve tattoo

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small meaningful tattoos, white bed linen, blonde hair, flower shoulder tattoo

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black top, small meaningful tattoos, flowers shoulder tattoo, brown hair

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french manicure, small meaningful tattoos, mandala ankle tattoo, white cloth

galaxy roses, forearm tattoo, tattoos for moms, black leather arm rest

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Meaningful tattoos

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chest tattoos for females, colourful flowers, shoulder tattoo, green top, black pants

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Tattoo ideas for women

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flower ankle tattoo, leg tattoos for women, purple nail polish, white background

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turquoise butterfly, shoulder tattoo, ginger hair, leg tattoos for women

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Arm tattoos for women

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Tattoo ideas with meaning

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flower shoulder tattoo, white top, girl chest tattoos, white background

medusa head, thigh tattoo, girl chest tattoos, blue red and white, striped skirt

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white top, leg tattoos for girls, mandala inside arm tattoo, white background, gold necklaces

orange top, floral shoulder tattoo, leg tattoos for girls, black background

owl thigh tattoo, leg tattoos for girls, denim shorts, black shirt

watercolour phoenix, with spread wings, forearm tattoo, leg tattoos for girls, colourful top, denim shorts

pink rose blooming, wrist tattoo, white background, leg tattoos for girls

small tattoos with meaning, mandala arm tattoo, black and white pants, brick wall

Back tattoos for women

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red bandana, small tattoos with meaning, blue dress, with white dots, colourful arm and chest tattoos

large red rose, side leg tattoo, black pants, small tattoos with meaning

roaring wolf, surrounded by flowers, small tattoos with meaning, grey top

small rose, shoulder tattoo, tattoos for girls on hand, pink top, blonde hair

Cute tattoos for women

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white top, tattoos for girls on hand, gold necklaces, mandala inside arm tattoo

large red rose, covered in raindrops, forearm tattoo, tattoos for girls on hand

small butterfly, shoulder tattoo, gold necklaces, feminist tattoos, brown hair

feminist tattoos, green leaves, wrist tattoo, vintage rings

Not all that wander are lost – breathtaking watercolor tattoo

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small arm tattoos, tree branch, wrist tattoo, grey and white, striped shirt

tribal shoulder tattoo, black top, black background, small arm tattoos

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Tattoos with deep meaning

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Meaningful tattoo ideas

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John Griffith
John Griffith

John Griffith is a young, passionate journalist. Writing has been John’s hobby ever since he was a boy. He has worked in some of the UK’s most successful news portals over the course of his professional career but found his forever home at Archzine.

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