Think aloud
Would you consider getting a leaf tattoo? Leaf tattoos include wraparound leaves, vines, and branches, as well as foliage carefully placed around peony petals and lilies. Leaf tattoos include eucalyptus, sage, and lemon leaves, too.
Whether you want to celebrate your love of all things nature with a graphic outline of a leaf or a colorful leaf design, you can do so without breaking a sweat. With that out of the way, leaves are much more than meets the eye, too. Leaves represent diferent things to different people, but they’re typically seen as symbols of love, life, and happiness.
We gathered a few of our favorite leaf tattoos guaranteed to make the planet a greener place.
1. A leaf bracelet tattoo around the forearm
Wraparound tattoos or bracelet tattoos have been around for quite a while, but we’ve recently seen a sudden resurgence of botanical motifs that promise to make you look like a blooming field. With a leaf bracelet tattoo, you can channel your inner Mother Nature and manifest positive changes in your life.
2. A leaf tattoo on the upper arm
What about a leaf tattoo on the upper arm? Whether you decide to wrap the tattoo around your arm or opt for a smaller, simpler design, you truly can’t go wrong with an upper arm tattoo.
3. A leaf tattoo around the shoulder
Shoulder tattoos are perfect for wraparound motifs, and that’s why you might want to opt for your shoulders next time you schedule an appointment with your tattoo artist. Shoulder tattoos can be delicate and dainty, but they can be big and bold, too.
4. A leaf tattoo with flowers
We already mentioned that leaf tattoos sometimes feature flowers, too. Whether you opt for roses, peonies, or lilies, know that different flowers carry different meanings. With a floral leaf tattoo, you can *also* focus on your birth month flowers.
5. A leaf tattoo on the ankle
Leaf tattoos have a way of wrapping around your body and accentuating your beauty. A leaf tattoo on the ankle might not seem like the obvious choice, but we love the way the delicate and dainty leaves and flowers flow with the ankle. After all, ankle tattoos don’t sag or stretch with time, either.
6. A monstera leaf tattoo
Monstera leaves are a beloved tattoo motif, too, and you can play with different shapes, placements, and even measurements when working on your tattoo. Monstera leaves represent health, longevity, and life, too, and that might be another reason why you’re drawn to these beautiful beasts.
7. A tiny leaf tattoo on the bicep
On the opposite side of the spectrum, though, you might be more drawn to tiny tattoos that don’t attract too much attention. Whether you want to celebrate your love of all things nature or you simply like the way you look with a leaf on your arm, you might want to opt for a tiny tattoo.
8. A colorful leaf tattoo on the ankle
Colorful leaves are elegant and effortless, too. Colorful tattoos do require more time, effort, and energy, but you can always opt for a smaller design that won’t tie you to the tattoo chair for the rest of the day. A colorful leaf tattoo on the ankle sounds like a dream come true, TBH.
9. A colorful leaf tattoo on the bicep
We can say the same thing about a colorful leaf tattoo on the bicep, too! Whether you opt for the bicep, the wrist, or the finger, there’s no denying that arm tattoos offer you the most versatility and wearability. What do you think?
10. A laurel leaf tattoo on the upper arm
Different leaves represent different things, right? Whether you’re named Laurel or you like the meaning behind the laurel leaf tattoo, you might want to get something similar to the tattoo in the picture. Laurel leaf tattoos are associated with nobility, triumph, and victory, after all.
11. A monkey leaf tattoo on the wrist
What about monkey leaves? Monkey leaf tattoos are not only outstanding, but they’re seen as symbols of good fortune, youthful spirit, and love for fun. With a monkey leaf tattoo on your wrist, you can show everyone what you’re made of.
12. Aspen leaf tattoo on the sternum
Sternum tattoos are some of the most stunning tattoos out there, but they do require you to have quite a high pain tolerance, too. With a sternum tattoo, you can count on everyone being impressed with you and your ink, though.
13. A tiny leaf tattoo on the collarbone
Collarbone tattoos can be quite painful, too, but they’re worth your while. With a tiny tattoo of a leaf on your collarbone, you can show off your botanical knowledge and celebrate your love of foliage. What’s not to adore?
14. A big and bold leaf tattoo on the hip
Big, bold leaf tattoos deserve more recognition. Whether you opt for a tattoo of a leafy vine stretching from the tip of your fingers to your shoulders or a tattoo of your favorite leaves covering your hips, you’re going to leave the tattoo parlor with a smile on your face.
15. A ginkgo leaf tattoo on the back of the arm
What do you think of ginkgo leaves? Ginkgo leaf tattoos typically represent strength, resilience, and adaptability, and they’re oftentimes a sign of good health. Ginkgo leaves are a beautiful tattoo motif, too.
16. A leaf tattoo with a script
Most leaf tattoos consist of leaves, flowers, and branches, but you can make them your own with letters, words, and quotes that mean something to you, too. Whether you opt for the word “blessed” or something completely different, you can get creative and make your tattoo more meaningful.
17. Matching ginko leaf tattoos
Matching ginkgo leaves sounds like a great idea, too! Whether you’re getting a matching tattoo with your partner, your BFF, or a family member you care deeply about, a simple and sleek ginkgo leaf might be the perfect tattoo motif for you.
18. A linework leaf tattoo on the forearm
Linework leaf tattoos look (and feel) great, too! Linework tattoos are quite modern and abstract, but they’re perfect for people who prefer the more subtle styles. Linework tattoos are typically made with a lining needle and a single line.
19. A eucalyptus leaf tattoo on the back of the arm
What about a eucalyptus tattoo? Eucalyptus tattoos represent protection and purification, and they’re known to bring good fortune to the wearer, too.
20. A tiny leaf tattoo on the wrist
Wrist tattoos are almost always on display which might not be something you’re ready for. On the chance that you’re getting your millionth tattoo and you don’t care about other people’s opinions, though, you might want to get a tiny leaf tattoo on your wrist.
21. A leaf tattoo on the ribcage
We’re ending the article with a rib tattoo! Whether we’re talking about leaf tattoos or something completely different, rib tattoos are one of those placements that get overlooked on the regular. Rib tattoos aren’t everyone’s cup of tea, but they deserve your attention, nonetheless.
