No matter if you are a veteran tattooist or a first-timer, I’m sure you have struggled with what kind of tattoo you want to get! For some, it could be hard, while others tend to only tattoo sentimentally. But, it doesn’t matter as there are so many different types of tattoo you can get! One of them being minimalist tattoo designs. This is for those that want subtle tattoos that can appear sleek and clean. It doesn’t have to be a small tattoo, it can be big and coloured as well! Therefore, Beauty Insider is here to guide you on what a minimalist tattoo is and the cost. Lastly, we’ll share with you some minimalist tattoo ideas too!

What Is A Minimalist Tattoo?

Minimalist means to keep things simple. Usually, minimalist tattoos make use of negative space. Minimalist tattoos also use black or coloured lines to create a design that is simple and clean. Some like smaller tattoos, while others prefer larger ones. The overall design of a minimalist tattoo tends to look quite elegant as well! Minimalist tattoos can have sentimental or important meaning to those that get it too. Therefore, you can always look up the meaning of a certain symbol or image before getting it tattooed. 

How Much Do They Cost?

Depending on the size of your tattoo, the price can vary. For a small and minimalist tattoo, the prices could start at $50.00 and rise to over a thousand Singapore dollars! This doesn’t mean the bigger your minimalist tattoo, the more expensive it’ll get. The amount of detail that goes into your tattoo also determines how much it will cost in the end. So do some research and make sure you go to a professional tattoo artist for the best results. 

Where To Get Your Minimalist Tattoo?

Although you may have already decided on your tattoo design, you might not know where on your body to get it. Some people love showing their tattoo’s off to the world! Others, however, prefer to keep it hidden instead. So, choosing where to place your tattoo is also something you need to think about. That is also why some people get a minimalist tattoo. To hide it! Here are some ideas to consider: 

  • Inside Your Lip
  • On Your Neck
  • Inside Your Arm
  • On Your Ankle
  • Behind Your Ear
  • On Your Finger

Top Minimalist Tattoo Designs

Right, so here are some minimalist tattoo designs you might want to consider. Or, if you don’t want to get any of these, maybe it will trigger your creative thinking! Then, you’ll get some inspiration on what kind of minimalist tattoo you want to get. 

1. Angel Wings

A popular minimalist tattoo design is the angel wings. Some might get big ones that span across their back so they look like angels! Others prefer smaller versions that can be placed almost anywhere else. Whether it’s on your ankle, finger or behind your ear.  

2. Heart

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A heart tattoo is another popular choice as it is quite simple. You can get it in colour, or just as an outline. Other ideas for a minimalist heart tattoo is to get the heartbeat with a heart in the middle! I know a lot of people have drawn this on their notebook or even hands in school too. It can represent many things and also reminds you of love! 

3. Aeroplane

The aeroplane design is usually used for travel tattoos. Maybe you are an avid traveller or just love adventure! One minimalist tattoo idea for an aeroplane is a dotted aeroplane trail. Or, wrap it around your wrist so it comes full circle! Which can also symbolise and remind you that you can always find your way home. 

4. Words

Whether it be a quote or a single word, these types of minimalist tattoos are always trending! People love getting word tattoos as they can represent something personal. Maybe they need a pick-me-up, so they look at their tattoo which says “faith”. Maybe their loved ones motivated them with this phrase, so they decided to get it. Or, it might be your favourite quote from your favourite book and author! 

5. Coordinates

This is also another popular minimalist tattoo design. Coordinate tattoos just look so aesthetic and sleek. It also adds to your mysteriousness as no one can really know where those coordinates lead. What does it symbolise? Only you know! For some, they might get the coordinates where they first met their significant other. It could also be a place where they feel most at home! Or, it could even be a place where they got their fresh start. 

6. Elephant

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A cute little minimalist design is of an elephant! There are many ways you can tattoo this so think about what kind you want! Get it coloured in and look like a cartoon. Or, you can have it just plain black. 

7. Flowers

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Flowers are minimalist tattoos that look very aesthetic as well. Mostly, the abstract line art flowers look sleeker to me! There are so many different flower designs to choose from. Instead of a rose or daisy, maybe you want something meaningful. So, you can search up the meaning of flowers and get the one that speaks out to you!

8. Birds

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Maybe you want to get a bird tattoo because you saw Divergent. I know I would have definitely considered this design back when I first saw it. If you aren’t a fan of multiple bird tattoos, you can always just get one! Maybe even those simple line birds you used to draw as a kid. It would be a great nostalgic reminder too! 

9. Matching Tattoos

This is great to get with a significant other, sister or best friend! There are many tattoos, especially minimalist tattoos that can be matching. A sun and a moon for example is a great one! Or, you might want a broken heart on each finger, so when you join together, you get a complete heart. If you’re in a trio friendship, not to worry! Get some cartoon trio characters to match instead! Like, the Powerpuff Girls, Mickey, Goofy and Donald or any other characters you can think of! 

10. Arm Band Tattoo

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This is yet another simple, minimalist tattoo. Typically, it is just a black stripe across your arm. It can be a circle or even geometric shapes! Of course, if you want it coloured you can do that too! Maybe you can get inspiration from a doodle design you have in your notebook as well.