Krissy DianeThat delicate space behind your ear is a most beautiful place for an adornment … beyond a dangling earring. Behind-the-ear tattoos in delicate form are simply gorgeous.
If you've contemplated what to get in this spot, these beautiful selections will inspire you. Botanicals are always lovely, but so are words, mandalas, animals, and symbols. Here are some of our favorite behind-the-ear tattoos.
Geo star.
We love tattoo artist Penny Jane's rendition of a star. Behind the ear it feels a bit more magical.
Purr-fect.
Created at Downtown Tattoos NOLA, this kitty cat tattoo on Lorna is simply adorable.
Fly free.
There is something so serene about this tattoo of bird silhouettes behind the ear, perfectly in flight.
Statement.
Tattooed by Andrew James Arts, this semicolon represents hope — the continuing of the story of life — and we couldn't love the message more.
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Hidden rose.
This sweet little rose tattoo by Victoria Castellanos is nearly a secret … unless the wearer tucks back her hair.
Mini mandala.
The beautiful line work in a mandala looks incredible in this intricate yet bold behind-the-ear tattoo by Kezia Fields.
Beautiful bouquet.
We cannot get enough of sweet sprig and botanical tattoos, and this one behind the ear by Krissy Diane is perfection.
Sweet script.
Tattoo artist Jazmin Webb's elegant script looks really lovely in this semi-hidden spot.
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Daring dot work.
All those tiny dots by artist Mya make a fantastic mini mandala tattoo behind the ear.
Delicate fern.
Not only do we love the fern design by tattoo artist Mishka, but we also adore its placement behind the ear.
Planting a tree.
There is something so enchanting about this little tree by tattoo artist Rozlyndubz.
Pineapples make us smile.
Getting tattooed is all about expression and art. This tiny pineapple tattoo by artist Ellen is all that … plus it gives us a happy feeling when we look at it.
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Simply love.
Heart tattoos are just the sweetest, and we love this simple line heart by artist Allison McEntire. And while it may be simple, it's perfect.
Honey bee.
The detail in this tiny honey bee by tattoo artist Lauren Purson is incredible.
Wishes.
This dandelion tattoo grants wishes, of course. Love it.
Contour.
This tattoo by Francesco Toreno is breathtaking. We love the henna colored ink.
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Lotus love.
Artist Elli Rose Argyrous created this line work lotus, perfectly accented with dots.
Softer softest.
Dr. Woo is of the best in the business when it comes to delicate design. This flower is no exception.
Brilliant.
This tattoo is pure art — we love its perfect placement behind the ear.
Strength.
This is the message you want "whispering" behind your ear.
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