11 Gorgeous & Delicate White Tattoo Designs

A white ink tattoo is almost like a secret — it can be barely visible except in certain light. I love the sweet quality white tattoos possess. It's such a delicate and beautiful way to add to your skin. Here is a collection of some of the most beautiful white tattoos.

This light ink takes on an ethereal feel. And many of the designs chosen to be in white are dainty and spiritual. An all-white tattoo radiates this magical and exquisite feeling and after seeing this collection, you may want to get one, too.

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Face Lotus

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Absolutely stunning. This white lotus tattoo is such a beautiful addition to the gorgeous tattoos that Kaelyn has. It's perfect in white.

Luna Moth

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This intricate luna moth tattoo was done by Rachel G at Exotic Eye Tattoo in Homer, Alaska. Beautiful.

Poet in Type

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I love how the word "poet" looks like typewriter font and is perfectly placed on the wrist.

Sun and Moon

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This magical sun and moon tattoo done by the talented Sarah at Oni Tattoo looks beautiful on the shoulder and collarbone area. It's like a pretty secret.

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Like Lace

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What a soft addition to the arm, this white lacy tattoo was created by artist Rachelle Gammon of Halicuts in Halifax.

Angel Wings

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Done at Unlimited Ink Tattoo in San Jose, California, these elegant angel wings are very dreamy and special.

White Tree

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Especially awesome for fans of Lord of the Rings, this tattoo is of the White Tree of Gondor. Very cool.

Arrows

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Sometimes tattoo artists add a little silver or pink to the white ink so it stands out on a person's skin tone. It's still super light and ghost-like, very subtle like these arrows.

Mandala

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There is something very graceful about this mandala tattoo in white. It takes on almost a velvety quality.

Hamsa

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The hamsa is a protection amulet, as is the eye of horus — what perfectly magical tattoo in white.

Hand Lotus

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Mitch Pleasance, a tattoo artist in Melbourne, Australia, did this intricate lotus tattoo spanning both hands. I love this style.

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