A collection of stunning mermaid tattoos that you won’t be able to keep your eyes off.
Mermaids are a half-fish-half-human mythical creature. Usually, they are in female form from top to waist with a fishtail. They are also said to be born with enchanting voices, which are used to lure and murder sailors in some tales.
However, in other folklores, they are fairy-like sirens that save people from being drowned. Either way, these mystical sea creatures never fail to amaze people with their beauty.
The fact that mermaids are so disputed makes mermaid tattoos versatile. Mermaid tattoos come in different shapes and forms. A watercolor mermaid color can be a symbol of beauty and freedom. While inked in black, it can turn into a symbol of deadly yet unnoticed force. Either way, the long flowing hair and the curvy female figure almost guarantee a stunning piece of art.
No matter what you think of a mermaid, their beauty is undeniable. If you feel like a mermaid, these gorgeous mermaid tattoos could be your next ink.
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Mystic and gorgeous Mermaid tattoos and meaning
Princess of the sea
In folklore, mermaids are not considered as royals in the ocean. But they can start a storm, cause shipwrecks, and control the weather. The mermaid in this stunning tattoo is exactly that: strong, calm, and not-to-mess with.
An ankle tattoo in motion
A good tattoo is not just about lines and colors. The way it complements the body feature is equally important. This well thought out tattoo fits right in the ankle, creating a motion on the skin. It almost feels like the mermaid is actually swimming towards the depth of the sea.
Alone
People love black and color tattoos for different reasons. But can you have them both in one ink? This tattoo shows how.
In this tattoo, the mermaid and the moon are black and grey. Then it gradually picks up color towards the tail of the mermaid. The shift from black to purple makes the tattoo stand out.
Becoming human
One of the most well-known mermaid stories is probably the one of Ariel. She sacrificed her voice to become a human. This tattoo pays tribute to this tragic yet romantic story.
At first glance, you may only see the blue silhouette of a mermaid. But when you observe more closely, you will see the outline of a human body. It indicates that though the mermaid has taken on a human form, her soul will always belong to the ocean.
Gradient black mermaid tattoo
Mermaids are creatures by night. This gradient black mermaid tattoo captures their mysterious side. Instead of drawing the face, it outlines her silhouette and leaves room for imagination.
The innocent mermaid
If there’s an age difference in the mermaid world, this siren in the tattoo has to be a teen. Holding a comb and a mirror in the hand, she is on the way to revealing her true beauty.
The skeleton mermaid
Not all mermaids are adorable, as in Disney cartoons. Let’s not forget they are mystic and powerful creatures in the first place. Pirates might have destroyed the skeleton mermaid, but it’s just a matter of time that she comes back and seek revenge.
An abstract mermaid in lines
If you don’t want to be so literal, a minimalist and abstract mermaid tattoo like this can be a good option.
Awaiting
The Gemini mermaid
What a creative twist to a Gemini tattoo Watch out for this double trouble.
Crescent moon watercolor tattoo
The crescent moon and the mermaid are both feminine symbols, but they also create a calming vibe on the skin. By adding feathers, this dreamcatcher-like moon tattoo can be a reminder to be patient with yourself and your goals.
Ocean in the mermaid
The eye-catching gradient colors deserve a round of applause.
Shooting stars
Traditionally, mermaids wait by the shore to take their strike. But this empowering tattoo tells a different story: women, symbolized by the mermaid, can chase and crush their goals, too.
The mermaid cat
Cats and mermaid? The attractiveness level just goes up high.
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A intricate girly mermaid tattoo
A mermaid tattoo behind the ear
Mermaid tattoos are not a common choice for a behind-the-ear tattoo. But the tattoo artist utilizes the space between the ear and hairline so well that it almost feels like the mermaid has lived there the whole time.
A detailed floral siren
Is she restoring her inner peace, or is she summoning deadly lightning? We will never know. Though the mermaid is in a static Namaste posture, we can still feel the current and power flowing around her.
The mother mermaid
Because motherly love is universal and cross-species.
Blossoming
The wound is where the light enters. This lively mermaid tattoo is proof that the courage you have to heal is exactly what you need to blossom.
The Capricorn mermaid
Capricorns are determined, diligent, and independent. Just like the mermaids, they get what they want no matter what it takes. Capricorns are represented by the sea goat, which is physically similar to a mermaid. If you are considering Capricorn tattoos, this design can be a good inspiration.
A mermaid tattoo for men
Mermaids are often depicted in a female figure. But that doesn’t make it a girl-only tattoo option. In fact, by toning down the color and simplifying the lines, a mermaid tattoo can be a good fit for guys, too.
A smoking mermaid
The tattoo world never stops to surprise. This modern approach to the mythological creature is another example of talent and creativity.
Koi fish and mermaid
Because fish are best friends for creatures that grow up in the sea. And they may be the very few companions that can catch up with a mermaid.
An unexpected catch
Is she the prey, or is she the hunter?
Mermaid and galaxy
Call her an imaginer, or an overthinker, she has the ocean at her feet and the universe in her mind.
An abstract linework mermaid tattoo
Love between two worlds – a mermaid and astronaut tattoo
True love crosses barriers and jumps oceans. If you are in love with someone in a distance, this astronaut tattoo can be a tribute to the relationship.
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The mermaid storybook tattoo
Mermaids are real as long as you believe in it. This storybook tattoo is a fun way to free your inner child.
Stillness in motion
Even when the world is chaotic and overwhelming, you have the power to remain calm and collected. Instead of going with the flow and doing what everyone else is doing, you can always listen to your heart and let your intuition take the lead.
A cute mermaid and dolphin tattoo
Pizza delivery straight to the bottom of the ocean
Because as perfect as they are, mermaids have cravings, too.
Self-care mermaid
A warm, bubble bath soaks all worries away, even for a mermaid.
A whimsical dreamcatcher tattoo
Chase your dreams with your voice low, and your actions loud. The results will do the talking.
An abstract linework
Talking to the moon
A chubby mermaid
Because perfect is boring and real is rare.
A glittering mermaid tail
The fairy
The glossy hair and flowing tail create an airy feeling to this beautiful piece. It almost feels like the fairy-like mermaid is flying in the sky.
Mermaid from hell
Want something dark and beautiful? This badass blackwork tattoo is a warning for anyone who tries to cross you.
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