8 Best Lucky Charm Tattoo Ideas For Luck And Money

Lucky charms are supposed to be for children who find solace in believing simple everyday objects as totems of good fortune. But in truth, even when we grow up and become sensible adults we find the same comfort in the sight of a ‘lucky charm’. And that is where lies the fascination of lucky charm tattoos. These simple, usually minimalist, tattoos serve as an everyday reminder of being optimistic, keeping our spirits high, and inviting positive energy into our lives. The most common lucky charms in the tattoo world are dreamcatchers, four-leaf clover, and the number 777. In this article, you will find interesting designs of such elements that you can adapt for what is considered ‘lucky’ in your culture as well. Read on!

Meaning Of Lucky Charm Tattoos

Lucky charm tattoos mostly symbolize protection and positive energy. These tattoos may feature symbols that are traditionally associated with luck. Some popular symbols include the four-leaf clovers, horseshoes, or lucky coins from various cultures. Each of these elements brings its own unique meaning. For example, a four-leaf clover stands for luck, a horseshoe is believed to ward off evil, and a lucky coin might signify an abundance of wealth.

These tattoos can serve as a source of comfort and talk about the person’s faith in the power of luck and positivity. They can also honor cultural heritage or family traditions. Some people also get the tattoos inked as the designs are very beautiful.

8 Creative Lucky Charm Tattoo Ideas

If you are impressed with the meaning and want to check out some exclusive designs, we are here with the tattoos!

1. Blue Snake Lucky Charm Tattoo

Blue snakes are considered to signify good luck and prosperity. You have got this blue snake inked above your arm. The snake is of a beautiful turquoise color and has cross patterns inked on it using fine lines. The highlight and shade of the tattoo are also on point giving it a realistic look. You can also have the snake wrap your wrist or your ankle if you like.

2. Irish Four-Leaf Clover Tattoo

Four-leaf clovers are said to be –” the luck of the Irish.” Four-leaf clover is rare, and whoever finds one is a lucky person. It is believed that the number of four-leaf clovers is the highest in Ireland. A four-leaf clover tattoo symbolizes prosperity and protection. You can have this tattoo inked on any part of your body. The tiny design and radiant green color make it the perfect design to be worn on any part of the skin you wish to flaunt.

3. Dreamcatcher Tattoo

Dreamcatcher tattoos are believed to ward off evil energy. The circle of the tattoo represents life’s journey, and the net is believed to catch bad dreams before they get to you. It is often decorated with feathers and beads. It is very popular in Native American culture. This dreamcatcher tattoo fits your upper arm perfectly. You can also have it inked on your upper thigh or your calf.

4. 777 Tattoo

The number 777 is believed to be guidance from the higher realm. This is perfect for those who want a minimalist tattoo. This tattoo fits the side of your wrist and you can have it inked on your hand, wrist, or even on your fingers. The plain black ink makes it ideal for all skin types. You can also have it inked in other color ink if you want.

5. Floral Lucky Charm Tattoo

When it comes to floral tattoos, lotus and chrysanthemum tattoos have a separate fan base. Lotus tattoos signify good luck. In feng shui, lotus tattoos attract luck in love. This tattoo is inked in fine lines and has a beautiful line shade. It makes it look like a piece of art. The tattoo is spread across the whole forearm.

6. Horseshoe Tattoo

Horseshoe tattoos are believed to ward off evil energy. Many people prefer to get the real horseshoes hooked on the entrance of their homes. They are also believed to bring good fortune. Even their tattoos are believed to bring same kind of luck and hence, many people choose this design as a good luck tattoo. The picture above shows a simple horseshoe tattoo etched on the upper arm. You can scale this tattoo and also have it placed on your forearm.

7. Shooting Stars Tattoo

Shooting stars are often wished upon and are believed to make all your dreams come true. Wearing a shooting star on the forearm can signify all your wishes coming true. This tattoo has a big black star along with a few lines to denote a shooting star. It also has tiny stars inked that make the design look very wholesome. If you want a dream tattoo to help manifest all your dreams, this design is for you!

8. Chrysanthemum Lucky Charm Tattoo

Chrysanthemum tattoos are believed to ward off evil spirits. This tattoo is inked in fine lines using plain black ink. At the bottom of the tattoo, you can have a lucky penny inked as well. The details of the tattoo are commendable. Every petal of the flower is inked with precision and has lovely lines that give it a realistic look.

The more you look at designs, the better idea you will have of what kind of lucky charm you want for yourself. There are many more lucky charms you can add to your tattoo. You can also combine two or more charms to create one tattoo. They can be drawn using different art styles, and you can also experiment with the placement to see what kind of art suits you. We hope you find your lucky charm tattoo soon! Good luck with your tattoo!

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Ruslan Millinhton has been tattooing since 2015. While he is originally from the city of Sumy in Ukraine, he now spends most of his time in Charlotte, NC, USA. He has been doing tattoos for over 10 years. He primarily works in color and black & gray realism.

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