When I think of couple tattoos, my first thought is that they’re just a waste of money. They’re pretty much always generic and meaningless, and there’s absolutely no reason to spend hundreds or even thousands of dollars on something that doesn’t mean anything special to you.
But then I see some amazing couple tattoos, and I’m like… “Ohhh! Those are beautiful!” So obviously, not all couple tattoos are bad. And I do love seeing couples who have tattoos that actually mean something to them.
So what separates a meaningful couple tattoo from a generic one? It starts with symbolism. Meaningful tattoos aren’t about how the design looks. The meaning behind the design is what makes it unique and special.
I know people who have matching tattoos, but the designs don’t really mean anything to them. To me, those look like wasted money. But when the design has meaning, and each partner sees the same meaning in it, that’s where the magic happens.
That means that instead of picking two similar images and having them done on both of your bodies (like two hearts), you should pick two images that symbolize how one partner is to the other. For example, if you choose a unicorn and dragon, you need to make sure that you have a reason for why you chose those particular animals. If you have a reason, then it can be beautiful. If you don’t, then it might be nothing more than decorative.
One thing that I love is when couples use symbols that complement each other. A great example is the yin-yang concept. Each piece is meant to stand alone, but together they create something greater. This is also true of complementary tattoos, which is probably why I love unicorns and dragons so much. Neither of those creatures stands alone, but together they create something beautiful.
Another idea is to get tattoos based on shared fandoms or favorite stories. You can find inspiration from books, movies, music, games, etc. If you love Game of Thrones, you could go with this incredible piece:
You can also go with something as simple as matching tattoos that show off two of the things you love. This is such a fun way to show off two of the things you love, while at the same time creating a bond between you through your shared passion.
Of course, most couple tattoos will fall into the category of love-themed tattoos. There are so many different ideas out there, from unconditional love tattoos to soulmate tattoos. These types of tattoos are usually designed to represent the relationship itself, rather than the individuals. But when you get matching tattoos with deep meanings, you can create something incredibly special.
Here are some ideas for love-themed tattoos that would work well as couple tattoos:
Unconditional Love Tattoos
Soulmate Tattoos
Love Language Tattoos
Symbol-Based Couple Tattoos
Matching Tattoos With Deep Meanings
If you want to take it even further, you could go with a tattoo that represents how you met, or how you got together, or some other important memory or milestone in your relationship. You could even go with a tattoo that represents your future goals or dreams together.
But remember, the key is to have meaning behind your tattoos. Otherwise, you’ll end up with another generic couple tattoo.