There are so many sweet ways to mark the special moments in life — and the special people, too. Dates circled on the calendar, photos kept in a special box, gifts given to loved ones, and for those extra special memories that one wants to have a permanent mark, there are tattoos.
Some tattoos should be big, bold, flashy, but others are better as small and delicate designs on the body. Less really is more. So before booking the next trip to the tattoo parlor, it might be good to consider the many beautiful tiny heart tattoos we've rounded up. Be sure to take a photo of these small gestures and send them to a lucky someone.
Colorful Connection
A cheerful way to celebrate and show pride in the people we love, this rainbow heart tattoo design is a good reminder that bright days are ahead. Perfect for the ankle or even the inner wrist.
Outside the Lines
A clean, timeless, simple yet elegant tattoo. This heart-shaped outline can go just about anywhere on the body and still look perfectly polished. Even behind the ear!
Wrapped Around My Finger
Keep a heart close at hand. A finger tattoo is usually so rebellious — it’s so visible to the world. But this gentle heart is a tender reminder of the people we love. A good tattoo for the brave and bold!
To Thine Own Self Be True
Who's to say one can’t be her own Valentine? This tattoo is a celebration of self-love (or as Lizzo sings, it’s for people who are their "own soul mate"). Say yes to being at peace and yes to self-love.
Together Forever
Two hearts together as one forever and always. Tattoos are clearly eternal, but what better way to cement the love story in one’s life than with a double heart tattoo?
A Hair-Raising Experience
To the person we hold in our heart, here is an adorable, heart-shaped tattoo. That’s what this tattoo says, albeit with a quirky touch. Using outline, one can put anyone in their tattoo. How cute!
My Beating Heart
Normally the idea of a realistic heart tattoo might not seem too charming, but this heart could almost be described as pretty. Simple, light, delicate, this is a tattoo for someone who wants to share their love in a unique way.
Electrifying Love
So colorful and charming! A cluster of hearts is a sweet motif anyone would be happy to wear. Name a star after each and every loved one, or dedicate the whole bunch to one lucky person.
Cupid’s Arrow
Struck by Cupid’s arrow. That’s how it feels when one is in love. This design is so small it can fit on the thumb, but so big that it could be a daily reminder of the person who owns one’s heart.
Out of This World
A tattoo with cosmic energy and charm. This heart tattoo is clearly out of this world and a galaxy of stars is the perfect way to embellish this design. Perfect for the ankle or any other spot that holds special meaning.
Two of Hearts
A small addition to the wrist makes for one gorgeous and unusual tattoo. Think of this tattoo as double the hearts, double the beauty, double the fun.
I Choose Me
This tattoo is a little cheeky, but despite good intentions sometimes things don't work out. In which case, this is the perfect message to say, "thanks, but no thanks."
Captain of My Own Ship
Another heart tattoo that focuses on the self, rather than someone else. This tattoo features someone giving themselves the love and care that they really need.
Hidden Heart
The calf is an uncommon place to get a tattoo, but it secretly might be the best place possible. That’s because it allows one to keep the tattoo hidden when they want it to be and reveal it when they don’t.
Best Friends
Be our Galentine with these matching bestie tattoos. After all, three hearts are better than one. Grab a pal or two and get these matching tats to always keep connected to each other.
