8 Lavender Tattoo Designs For Peaceful Vibes

Find your next flower tattoo from a stunning collection of lavender tattoo designs!

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Just one good look at this tattoo is all it takes for us to fall in love with it. We are talking about lavender tattoos. They have it all – deep symbolic meaning, a gorgeous color palette, and a versatile design that adapts well to varying body placements. The delicate, feather-like shape of the tattoos and the unique colors are what make them stand out. If you are a fan of floral tattoos, this is surely going to be the one for you. This article explains the deeper symbolism associated with lavender flowers and lists a few captivating design ideas to inspire your creativity. Keep reading!

Lavender Tattoo Meaning

In a broad sense, lavender tattoos symbolize purity, innocence, loyalty, love, and devotion. The wide spectrum of meanings can be shown by altering the design style or adding elements to it. For example, for purity and innocence, the color purple is a prominent feature. For loyalty and devotion, some prefer adding elements like a white dove or a white ribbon, while some also get it inked as lavender stands for silence, care, and calmness. The sight of even a sprig of lavender can instantly take you back to the calm and sweet-smelling fields where it grows wild.

Adding a lavender tattoo to your body art speaks volumes of the calm and poised human that you are. It looks absolutely beautiful no matter what design and placement you choose. Hence, check out some ideas to get inked below!

8 Lavender Tattoo Designs To Inspire Your Next Ink

Here is a list of some of the most unique lavender tattoo options to choose from. Check out these designs to find the one that suits you best!

1. Realistic Lavender Tattoo

Realistic lavender tattoo on the arm
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If you are a fan of realistic tattoos, check this out. This tattoo with a single sprig of lavender adorns your forearm perfectly. The details of the tattoo are commendable, from the gradient shading and the use of green, bringing the design to life. This design can be a reminder to stay calm and collected in tough situations.

2. Neo-Traditional Lavender Tattoo

Neo traditional lavender tattoo on the arm
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This neo-traditional lavender tattoo is drawn using purple, green, and black ink. The two stalks of lavender along with the leaves are drawn intricately with distinct black borders. The shape of the tattoo makes it ideal to be placed on the arm or the leg. If you want to make the tattoo more meaningful and personal, you can add a name to it as well.

3. Lavender Tattoo With Bee

Lavender tattoo with a bee on the arm
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This tattoo can make heads turn! This design features a lavender stalk and a bee flying around it. This tattoo symbolizes the importance of hard work and acts as a talisman for fertility and prosperity. The tattoo has a minimalistic design, with the flowers depicted in a muted purple shade and the bee in black and white. You can get this tattoo inked on your leg or your sleeves.

4. Black Lavender Tattoo

Black lavender tattoo on the arm
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This traditional lavender tattoo is rendered in black ink, featuring a single stalk of lavender. This elegant design emphasizes delicate detailing and clean lines and symbolizes love and remembrance. The use of monotone is a unique choice, which adds a tinge of nostalgia to the piece.

5. Framed Lavender Tattoo

Framed lavender tattoo on the arm
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This gorgeous tattoo has two minimalistic lavender stalks inside a decorated circular frame. The tattoo has a light purple shading that is very soothing. It can be placed on any part of your body. The perfect symmetry makes it a great fit for places like the forearm, upper arm, and even your calf and legs.

6. Abstract Lavender Tattoo

Abstract lavender tattoo on the nape of the neck
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If you like to keep your tattoos low-key, check this one out. This fine line drawing of lavender sprigs is a wonderfully calming and refined design. Though abstract, the lilac shade work of the petals is worth all the praise. You can scale the tattoo down and place it on your forearm.

7. Feminine Lavender Tattoo

Feminine lavender tattoo on the arm
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There is something very feminine and elegant about this simple lavender tattoo. If you are someone who loves feminine tattoos, this is surely going to appeal to you. The tattoo consists of a single stalk of lavender with tiny flowers and leaves. The elongated shape of the tattoo makes it a perfect body art for the arms and legs. This is also an amazing tattoo option for those getting inked for the first time.

8. Lavender Tattoo With Fine Lines And Dots

Lavender tattoo in fine lines and dots on the arm
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This one-of-a-kind tattoo is a perfect option if you want your tattoos to be as unique. The fine-line design consists of several lavender stalks enclosed in a dotted circle. The tattoo is shaded in a grayish hue, and the shaded leaves bring out the essence of the tattoo. The symmetry of the tattoo means you can get it placed on any part of the body.

While thinking of purple flower tattoos, one cannot help but think of lavenders. These beautiful designs must have convinced you that there is no end to how creative you can get with your lavender tattoo. Each tattoo can be customized to add a personal touch to it, such as some of your favorite flowers to create a bouquet tattoo or add a name to the design. Playing with the color and art style can also give you amazing results. Make sure you pay close attention to the aftercare as each tattoo heals differently, and give your tattoo the TLC it deserves by keeping the tattoo clean and moisturized at all times. Also, stay away from activities such as swimming and working out and minimize sun exposure to ensure a smooth healing journey. Happy tattooing!

Frequently Asked Questions

Are lavender tattoos suitable for all skin types?

Yes, lavender tattoos like all other tattoos are generally suitable for all skin types. However, designs with soft, light purple and green hues can make the tattoo stand out on lighter skin tones. Whereas, tattoos entailing deeper, saturated purples and dark green hues can complement people with deeper skin tones.

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Ashutosh Bairagi
Ashutosh BairagiProfessional Tattoo Artist
Ashutosh Bairagi graduated from RGPV, Bhopal in May 2019, where he completed his undergraduate program in Electrical Engineering. This was where he developed his interest in designing and learnt about the different types of art forms and digital tools used in the art industry.

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