These matching tattoos are proof that love can be permanent
Thinking of getting matching tattoos with the love of your life, partner or best friend?
From cute, couple tattoos to symbolic designs that hold secret meanings, and teeny-tiny heart illustrations, we've picked out our favourite matching tattoos.
Before you ink, we should point out that the biggest tattoo taboo is having your estranged lover's name inked onto your body. According to a study by Premier Laser Clinic, names topped a new list of the top ten tattoo designs which are most commonly removed.
Instead, look to those who have gone for the more minimalistic but heartfelt tattoos, such as besties Cara Delevingne and Kaia Gerber, who opted for matching ‘solemate’ foot tattoos to celebrate Cara's 28th birthday. Or, Hailey Bieber and Kendall Jenner who have teeny-tiny matching tattoos of broken hearts on their fingers. The list goes on: Chrissy Teigen and John Legend, Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas, Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott are all in the matching tattoo club, too.
Looking for more inspiration? Below you won't find a clichéd ‘I love you’ or name emblazoned on someone's bicep in sight. We're all about minimalist, stylish and matching designs that mean something to you, whether that's your own creative expression, an inside joke or declaration of love.
Check out the best matching tattoos below for inspiration…
Labubu
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The inescapable troll that’s seemingly hanging off every bag you see these days, it was only a matter of time before Labubu tattoos became a thing.
Lucky cat
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A symbol of good fortune, bring luck and abundance to you and your tattoo buddy.
Cowboy hats
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Whether you’re a fan of Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter or the Wild West, show your love via these minimal line cowboy hat tattoos.
Artwork
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Tattoos can often be akin to works of art, but this matching set literally is a work of art. Namely: A Bouquet of Sunflowers by Claude Monet – perfect for any art lovers.
Lockets
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A tattoo twist on the traditional matching jewellery, put the initial of your partner or friend inside your locket tattoo as a romantic gesture.
Koi fish
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These matching koi fish are swimming in different directions, a testament to you and your tattoo friend or partner’s synergy.
Sun and Moon
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Matching tattoos don’t have to be identical. Take this set as an example and find the fiery sun personality to match your calm lunar presence.
Compass
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The perfect tattoo for long distance besties, the compass isn’t complete unless you’re together. Aw!
Avo Love
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Fruit-inspired tattoos have been gaining popularity in recent years – strawberries, lemons, watermelons, you name it, our feeds have been full of fruity tattoos. And what could be cuter than a tiny avo, times by two?
Motto
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For the friend who keeps you wild and is always instilling a sense of fun in your lives, these matching tattoos are perfect for the friends who will be besties for life.
Heart
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Slightly different from your standard hearts, these heart-inspired line drawings are seriously minimalistic and cool for a more subtle take on a classic.
Butterflies
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What could be more sophisticated than this minimalist tattoo butterfly design?
Fine arrows
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Whether representing values and truth, friendships or protection, matching arrows can symbolise different things depending on the wearer. Why not try something a little different and go for a minimalistic design on the inside of your fingers?
Smiley face
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Say cheese! Get this matching tattoo with the friend in your life who never fails to put a smile on your face.
Coffee and croissants
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The yin to your yang; coffee to your croissant. This unique design is for the couples or friends who were made for one another.
Finger prints
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A cute take on fingerprint designs, this mother-daughter tattoo is a colourful upgrade to a classic heart tattoo.
Sun-inspired signs
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A sun-inspired design that's perfect as a mother-daughter tattoo or for you and your bestie.
Teeny tiny florals
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On trend with this season's love of ‘quiet luxury’ and soft, minimalist designs, these teeny-tiny floral designs are everything.
Words of affirmation
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A step up from getting your name engraved on someone's arm, why not try some words of affirmation in tattoo form instead?
XO design
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Express your love for a partner or friend with this minimalist and sophisticated XO matching tattoo.
Minimalist ink
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It's giving Friday after-work vibes… for you and your BFF who love nothing more than a glass of wine and good catch up.
Lock and key
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Anything cuter than a lock and key tattoo? We'll wait. You could get these simply just for you or matching with your partner.
Asymmetric florals
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For something a little unique, these detailed flower designs are subtle and slightly different so you don't have to feel like you're completely matching.
Love letters
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We know we said there wouldn't be any cliched ‘love’ tattoos in our round-up, but when you split the word across two hands - it looks infinitely cooler.
Soulmate tattoos
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Take your cue from besties Cara Delevingne and Kaia Gerber and get ‘soulmate’ inked on your arm.
Mar-twinnie
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If dirty martinis are your tipple of choice – this is the perfect tattoo design for you and your drinking partner.
Realistic roses
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Rose tattoos are having a major moment. Match with your sister or bestie and go for these intricate single stem roses down the back of your arm.
Heartbeat lines
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A nod to love, passion and vitality - heartbeat lines look super cute placed on the ring finger.
Lightning bolt
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Move over hearts, we're obsessed with these fun lightning bolt matching tattoos.
