When having a rough week, needing relationship advice, or just wanting to hang out, who should a girl call? Her best friend, of course! She's the one person who really gets what's going on, and there's no better feeling than that. So why not take the friendship to the next level? We're talking good old-fashioned BFF tattoos! Perhaps getting a tattoo is already on the bucket list. Well, adding a buddy to the task is sure to make the moment truly special.Ā
Whether it's the one partner-in-crime that has been a BFF since childhood or a favorite group of ladies that shares everythingĀ Sex and the Cityāstyle, good friends are some of the most important relationships in our lives.Ā
And who knows? It might make the anxiety of getting a first tattoo a little less painful. Or at least someone will be there for moral support. It might even spark some ideas for tattoos that match or are part of a larger image that two friends can share.
So, what better way to show some loyalty to each other than the ultimate BFF tattoo? Here are 30 meaningful best friend tattoos that will seriously make any BFFs want to schedule their appointments together right away. Be prepared to send some ideas over to the bestie!
Congruence Best Friend Tattoos
This Instagram user explained her BFF tattoo:
"Conā¢gruā¢ence; harmony; compatibility; unity; Soul sister, best friend, roommate, ride or die, my girl my girl my girl! Thankful for you everyday. Lucky to have someone who I can share the deepest and darkest with and get nothing but positivity back. Been there for each other since day one and will continue to be there forever. Love you best friend."
Coffee Lovers Best Friend Tattoos
If two besties are both coffee addicts then little mugs of coffee are the perfect tattoo choice. This small design is super cute and has a fun splash of color behind it.
Ying & Yang Best Friend Tattoos
Ying and yang symbols are a common thing to get with a best friend or partner and these ones are stunning. We love how they have a night and day design and both have such beautiful colors and little details.
Lemonade Best Friend Tattoos
Making lemonade out of lemons is a lot easier with a BFF. These cute complementary tattoos are so happy and summery.
Infinity & Beyond Best Friend Tattoos
There are many different ways to express it when someone loves their bestie "to infinity and beyond" and this illustration is a pretty creative way to do that. The rocket ship and planet complement each other really well.
Queen Best Friend Tattoos
Two queens deserve crowns! These best friends got cute little matching crowns and we think it's the perfect minimalist tattoo.
Diamond Best Friend Tattoos
"For life" is a simple phrase, but still so meaningful. These finger tattoos are super sweet and the diamond illustrations add a really nice touch!
Bomb Best Friend Tattoos
When two best friends know they're "the bomb" why not get it symbolized in ink! These bomb tattoos are perfect for a couple of bombshell BFF's.
CatDog Best Friend Tattoos
CatDog has some great nostalgia to it if that happens to appeal to any 90's babies out there. This goofy cartoon is a fun idea for best friends.
Cacti Best Friend Tattoos
Cacti in fedora pots … we're here for it! These creative illustrations are a great example of making the tattoos their own and although it's unusual, we're sure it's perfect for these two besties.
Roses Best Friend Tattoos
A single rose is a beautiful tattoo idea, but it's even better when it matches a loved one. These matching hand tattoos are perfection.
Fox & Hound Best Friend Tattoos
Disney's The Fox and the Hound is a classic duo that is a sweet representation of friendship. These cute illustrations turned out so good!
Pineapple Best Friend Tattoos
These intricate pineapple designs have great details. To make them even more special, the jewels in the center are each of their birthstones.
Pinky Promises Best Friend Tattoos
Pink promises are a classic best friend symbol, so these tattoos were such a great idea. Adorable!
Birdie Best Friend Tattoos
These matching bird tattoos are minimal and gorgeous. This Instagram user wrote:Ā
"Bird tattoo meaning: symbols of freedom & ultimate liberty of the soul and mind."
Spongebob & Patrick Best Friend Tattoos
The iconic duo of Spongebob and Patrick make an awesome tattoo idea for close friends! These vibrant illustrations are even more eye-catching because of the bright colors and flowers. We alsoĀ love the way the two cartoon characters are talking to each other on shell phones!
Whimsical Best Friend Tattoos
Sometimes an elegant, whimsical matching design is the perfect thing for two best friends to get inked. This floral butterfly design is very pretty and looks great on both of them!
Stick Figure Best Friend Tattoos
This stick figure appears to be walking across these three besties' ankles and it's so clever! Having tattoos that connect when shown side-by-side is a really awesome way to take a design to the next level.
Infinity Heart Best Friend Tattoos
Squad tattoos are also a really fun way to show dedication to a group of besties. These four ladies got an infinity sign with a heart, which is simple and perfect for a small wrist tattoo.
Corkscrew Best Friend Tattoos
This tattoo idea is perfect for wine lovers! The infinity sign and corkscrew are super cute and these besties also added the year they became friends.
Thor & Loki Best Friend Tattoos
Marvel fans will love this! These Thor and Loki helmets are so creative and a great way to show a bond as unbreakable as siblings (even when one of the two seems to get into a lot of trouble).
Sloth Best Friend Tattoos
These quirky sloth tattoos are so unique and adorable. It's always nice to think outside the box when it comes to getting new ink, especially if there is something unusual that bff's like or remind each other of.
Wild & Safe Best Friend Tattoos
These complementing quote tattoos are perfect for the "wild" friend and the more "responsible" friend. We also like how they added a sun and a moon. Opposites sure can go great together!
Infinity Best Friend Tattoos
Infinity symbols are a nice way to say "friends forever." These ones are also designed to look like arrows. Too cute.
"Forever" Best Friend Tattoos
These pretty wrist tattoos illustrate the two friends swinging together when shown side-by-side. The word "Forever" is elegantly scripted next to cartoon likenesses of each other — how cute is that?
"No Matter What" Best Friend Tattoos
These matching "No Matter What" tattoos are simple and cute with a lot of meaning. ThisĀ Instagrammer captioned the photo: "No matter what God decides to do in our lives and no matter where He ends up taking us, you will always be my gal pal."Ā
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Night and Day Best Friend Tattoos
"You're stuck with me forever just like the sun and moon, I love you," wrote this Instagram user. Instead of getting a matching tattoo, you and your best friend could also get images that complement one another — like this beautiful sun and moon.
Anime Best Friend Tattoos
If you and your squad bond over certain interests, then that could be a great way to determine a group tattoo. These ladies got shoulder tattoos of the same Studio Ghibli anime character in different poses.
"Promise" Best Friend Tattoos
These ladies pinkie-promised to be friends forever — and they got the ink to prove it. Their matching "Promise" tattoos are customized with their own different-colored hearts and are placed perfectly along the sides of their pinkieĀ fingers.
One Call Away Best Friend Tattoos
Connecting tattoos are also a really cute idea. This group of three used stick drawings of themselves, connected by a string telephone.
Peas and Carrots Best Friend Tattoos
Even veggies can make awesome tattoos for you and your best friend. This pea pod and carrot are high-fiving when held side-by-side, and it's honestly the cutest thing.
PB&J Best Friend Tattoos
If you and your best friend are as good together as peanut butter and jelly, then you might as well show it off! These tattoos are so cute they actually make you want to get a sandwich inked on your arm. They're evenĀ personalized by adding the two halves of a heart with each other's initial on it.
Anchor Best Friend Tattoos
Even something very minimal can be the best way to show your appreciation for each other. These small anchor tats can be placed anywhere you or your friend(s) want them, and they symbolize the sense of stability that you give to each other.
Going the Distance Best Friend Tattoos
These besties got the latitude and longitude coordinates of the town where they became friends! Not only is this the most adorable idea ever, but it also has a very clean and simple look to it. Obsessed.
Complementary Best Friend Tattoos
These best friends did the sweetest thing by naming something they like about each other and tattooing it on their arms. The elegant font is also layered with a matching flower on both of the tattoos, which gives it some color.
Finishing Sentences Best Friend Tattoos
If you and your gal pal are known for finishing each other's sentences, then this might be the tattoo for you. This "Winnie the Pooh" quote starts on one friend's wrist and ends on the other's.
Potterhead Best Friend Tattoos
If you and your best friend bonded over your longing to attend Hogwarts, this could be the perfect way to say you'll "Always" be friends. These ladies cleverly replaced the "A" with the Deathly Hallows symbol.
Sailor Moon Best Friend Tattoos
These colorful Sailor Moon thigh tattoos are amazing because it looks like they are the same image captured from different sides of the heart. It's a fun way for both people to show off their friendship and their favorite characters.
Avocado Best Friend Tattoos
If your love for each other is as strong as your love for avocado toast, then here you go. These BFFs each got a tattoo of an avocado that's been sliced in half. One got the pit and the other got little star details.
Tea Time Best Friend Tattoos
These "Tea for Two" foot tattoos are so vibrant and fun. One features the teapot while the other features the teacup, making it the perfect way to show your bestie that she is your cup of tea.
