When words or letters are tattooed on the body, the meaning is powerful — a forever statement. But beyond the words or letter chosen is the type of font used to create that artistic impact. We've rounded up some of our favorite lettering styles for truly gorgeous tattoo typography.
With simple script or bold letters, swirls and lines and abstract extras, these word and letter tattoos are made more lovely, thanks to the way they are designed.
Delicate.
This font is as beautiful as the watercolor bouquet featured with it. It's soft and delicate and feels as if it's a whisper, reminding you to "feel the moment."
Monogram design.
This stunning monogram is pure art.
With personality.
Our hearts melted when we saw this sweet heart tattoo with the words "If only" written inside. It looks like something on a note someone passed along, giving it such personality, along with a reminder to take chances.
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Art Deco flair.
Meaning "light," the word "nour" looks great with a fine line Art Deco font that goes bold in just the right places.
Hidden within.
This incredible crescent moon–shaped floral design also features the letter "L" in a fancy script. Artist Carin Silver created this work of pure beauty.
Look to the stars.
This is one of the perfect ways to declare your astrological sign — simply writing it out. In this case, Libra. Even though it's "simple," it's also simply lovely and another beauty created by Carin Silver.
Down the spine.
Love is patient. Love is kind. Love conquers all. This fantastic script by artist Amy T. looks incredible down the spine.
Bold.
We love the message. We love how bold this is, too.
A bit of fancy.
This is a great choice of font to feature one single letter.
Embellished.
This tattoo by Lara Scotton is a perfect example of how you can really work in a gorgeous design with letters.
Pure magic.
This lettering took our breath away. This enchanting tattoo was done by Karen Glass.
Branded.
The horse is perfect, but we are equally in awe of the font created by artist Amy Shapiro.
A perfect note.
"To gather" is from the handwritten list of verbs by artist Richard Serra. Tattoo artist Karen Glass created the art on skin.
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Major declaration.
Representing your home state has never looked so lovely. We adore the flair and script in this California tattoo.
Ultimate font.
We will admit that we have a special affinity for this tattoo being that it pays tribute to a mother. But it's also done beautifully by artist Amy Shapiro.
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Reminders.
Tattoo artist Lara Scotton created this sweet script for this love tattoo. The best four-letter word there is.
Timeless.
It's not just about the saying "Forever Young" here, it's that font that captures a free spirit.
Gothic feel.
These very well-done knuckle tattoos are in a mystical Gothic font.
Font with flair.
We love the flair of these letters done by tattoo artist Ash Fisherr … as well as the sentiment of the words.
Flourishing.
This script letter is absolutely stunning. It's not just a letter, it's a design, and so very feminine.
Playful.
This cute font captures the playfulness of the tattoo itself. We love the designs included as well in this tattoo by Imke Van der Smissen.
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