Are you considering getting a tattoo that looks not only sleek, stylish and femine but can also hold some sort of meaning behind it?
‘Meaningful’ can vary from person to person. For some people, a ‘meaningful tattoo’ is a design that may have some sort of relevance to something in their life, for others it could be more along the lines of a symbol that represents a message or idea that speaks to them. You have probably noticed that in many female deep meaningful tattoos the same symbols and imagery often get reused. That is because there are certain tattoo designs that often have a deeper symbolic meaning.
So, let’s take a look at some absolutely iconic go-to symbols that can make lovely meaningful tattoos for women.
Popular & Meaningful Female Tattoo Designs
Rose Tattoos
Roses have been a popular tattoo choice for men and women for decades. The rose is a timeless symbol that is often seen tattooed as a singular rose on a stem, or part of a larger piece among vines, thorns, lettering, or even skulls and butterflies. Roses represent beauty, love, and passion. Due to their shape, and ability to be easily paired with other designs, roses can make a perfect meaningful female classy half-sleeve tattoo.
Butterfly Tattoos
While butterfly tattoos are considered to be both beautiful and feminine, they can have a wide variety of meanings. For some, a butterfly tattoo can represent great change and a ‘metamorphosis’. Some people pick butterfly tattoos as they themselves have gone through a great change and self-development in their life. For others, a butterfly tattoo is used to signify the loss of a loved one.
Variations in colour of the butterfly also help to add a deeper meaning symbol. For example, a white butterfly can represent purity while a yellow butterfly can represent happiness and joy.
Due to the shape of butterflies, they can be a perfect design for small meaningful tattoos for females, or they can be an accent for a larger piece.
Dreamcatcher Tattoos
Dreamcatchers are seen as a symbol of protection that can offer safety and ward away bad energy. It is believed they catch and protect you from negative thoughts and dreams.
While people choose dreamcatcher tattoos for their meaning, many also love dreamcatcher designs because they can be personalised to be either intricate or simple.
Mandala
The mandala is a geometric design that we have seen rise in popularity in recent years. The word ‘mandala’ is Sanskrit for ‘circle’. Visually, the design is made up of shapes that radiate out from a centre point. The mandala is generally balanced on both sides and the wearer in some instances may choose an additional design feature to sit in the center of the mandala.
Similarly to its visual aesthetic, the mandala is a symbol of balance and eternity.
Unique Female Tattoo Symbols
Wolf
The wolf is an animal that is very popular among both males and females not only because of its symbolism but also because it is easy to create a feminine or masculine design variation. Much like the nature of a wolf, the meaning behind a wolf tattoo is often associated with strength and loyalty.
Deer Antler
The deer is a common figure in many cultures that are often associated with spirituality, but it can also represent femininity, grace, and devotion. Deer antler tattoos can quite easily be personalised as you can choose to have the antlers actually on a deer design, or simply on their own, while still retaining the meaning behind the ‘deer’.
Medusa
Medusa is an iconic Goddess in mythology. She is viewed as a strong and powerful figure who is able to destroy her enemies, making her a symbol for women. It is believed the medusa head can provide protection, and in history has been used by countries in wars and revolutions to symbolise liberation and freedom. As a tattoo, she is often picked as a design because she offers a level of femininity while still looking fierce and powerful.
Ultimately, there is no hard and fast rule when it comes to the meaning behind tattoos.
Meanings behind tattoos, images, and icons are whatever you make them to be!
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