Summer means more ponytails and buns in our hair. With all that added heat outside, we don't always feel like dealing with the stress of long locks in the way. So if you can't be bothered with elaborate hair clips, or super-extra hair scrunchies, or even earrings for that matter, why not just try a tattoo? It may sound like quite a leap, but hear me out.
I'm not talking about a head or face tattoo, but one on your ear. That's what a ton of people are getting this season in the form of the most adorable miniature leaves and flowers that are minimalist, dainty, and edgy all at the same time. Ahead, check out some of Instagram's favorites that are about to become yours, too.
@b.hurricane:
"HEALED no touch-ups on the sweetest ♥︎ ALL HAND POKED no machine • Thank you so much for your trust, it was so nice to see you and chat @hemera_tattoo Go check her work out, she's a very lovely and talented individual. Done @tatouageroyal," the lucky receiver of the intricate free-handed tattoo said on Instagram.
@annitamaslov:
"Cute ear adornment for my beautiful friend @karen_storey87," this free-hand tattoo artist said about the miniature leaf lining the ear that trails to the side of the head. The intricate shading makes this already adorable ink even more amazing to look at. We need this tattoo in our life ASAP!
@_skinink:
This tattoo artist kept it sweet and simple with this dark, leafy flower that was the perfect touch to her updo. You'll never want to wear your hair down again with this little adornment on display. If you needed some sure-fire decoration for your ponytail or updo, this is it.
@b.hurricane:
"Fancy Ear for Milena. NO MACHINE all hand poked • Thank you so much for trusting me with this!! Send me all your ear needs, love tattooing them. BTW Im in Ireland and then Berlin and Copenhagen so I wont be very active but you can definitely follow my stories for beautiful sceneries and adventures and whatnot," this traveling tattoo artist wrote on Instagram.
@minitattoo_studio:
This tattoo studio added some flair to monotonous, typical flowers with lots of vibrant colors in pink and red hues. Her ear looked like a literal garden with this array of flowers, spread about complete with green leaves and brow stems for dimension. It looks like a 3D cherry blossom bloom in ink form.
@tattooist_sigak:
It almost appears that the leaves are legitimately wrapping the ears with this artsy ink. This minimalist bloom is perfect for the simple chick who doesn't want to do too much but still lives for a little edge in her life.
@georgiarudgleyart:
"Little freehand flower for Nicole. I absolutely loved doing this," this artist said about the colorful and almost childlike and chalk-like tattoo.
So if you're feeling inspired, take this ink inspo to your local tattoo shop, throw your hair in a ponytail, and let the leaves have their way!
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