Tattoo Styles
Discover the Tattoo Style That Fits You Best!
The wide variety of tattoo styles allows everyone to find the one that best matches their personality and taste. Explore the most popular styles to help you decide which tattoo suits you the most!
1. Traditional (Old School)
- Characteristics: Bold outlines, vivid colors, simple and iconic shapes.
- Common motifs: Flowers, skulls, nautical symbols.
2. Neo-Traditional
- Characteristics: Based on traditional elements with more modern details and rich shading.
- Common motifs: Soft shading, more realistic imagery.
3. Realism
- Characteristics: Life-like renderings with detailed textures and shadows.
- Common motifs: Portraits, animals, landscapes.
4. Watercolor
- Characteristics: Painted effect, blurred colors, free-flowing forms.
- Common motifs: Unique abstract shapes, flowers.
5. Geometric
- Characteristics: Geometrical shapes, symmetry, minimalism.
- Common motifs: Mandalas, hexagons, triangles.
6. Japanese (Irezumi)
- Characteristics: Large, complex designs with rich symbolism.
- Common motifs: Koi fish, dragons, cherry blossoms.
7. Minimalist
- Characteristics: Simple, clean lines, minimal color.
- Common motifs: Fine lines, dots, small symbols.
8. Tribal
- Characteristics: Symmetrical black lines with tribal origins.
- Common motifs: Polynesian, Maori, African tribal designs.
9. Surrealism
- Characteristics: A blend of dreams and fantasy, surreal forms.
- Common motifs: Abstract and imaginative compositions.
10. Fineline
- Characteristics: Thin, precise lines and delicate details.
- Common motifs: Nature elements, portraits, geometric forms.
Conclusion
Choosing the right tattoo style is not only about aesthetic preferences — it’s also about the story you want your tattoo to tell.
If you need guidance, feel free to reach out to the expert team at Nobilis Tattoo — we’re here to help you find the style that truly fits you!