49 Mom Tribute Tattoos ... Because We Love Her So!
Tattoos are very personal. Each one is meaningful to those who have them etched on their skin, especially when it comes to tattoos in honor of Mom. Tattoos for Mom are always beautiful in their own way. From getting her name, her likeness, black and gray, or color -- no matter what it looks like, it will always be perfect. And that's because they all have such deep meaning. Looking to commemorate a mama? Take a look at these gorgeous ideas ...
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Our moms are some of the most special people in our lives -- some would argue THE most special. And what better way to keep them with us or to celebrate their love than with a personal and beautiful tattoo? And if this is the first tattoo (of possibly many), then what better choice than getting something for Mom? At least it wouldn't be a spouse or partner's name, as history has proven that those are usually never a good idea.
From simple, classic lettering and more elaborate and colorful designs, to the traditional "Mom" banner or tattoos more symbolic of Mom or something she loves, there are so many ways to pay tribute to Mom in ink. These 50 tattoos will inspire folks not only for their artistic value, but for the mama-loving sentiment behind the art.
The year of mom
Alexis, who dawns this lovely tattoo for her mom, writes: "1975 - the year that my beautiful, feisty, fiery little mother was born. I chose to put her year on my right hand considering she IS my right hand man, my go to. We've had our differences but I wouldn't trade her for the world and I'm so glad I got to pick her and she got to pick me ... "
Sweet as candy
A little candy heart tattoo just for Mom.
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Mom's last name
My friend Elle got her mama London King's last name tattooed on her wrist. First tattoo she ever got. So sweet.
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Mom's art tattooed on daughter's arm
Suzi's daughter Juli got this tattoo in honor of her grandma. Suzi says, "The last creative work my mother completed was this crewel-embroidery owl from a kit I brought her during her final hospital stay. Mom loved owls and had a huge collection ... This owl has always hung in my home, in memory of her. Just in time for Mom's May 24 birthday, my daughter Juli spent six hours getting Mom's crewel owl reproduced on her arm in ink. What an incredible tribute to the grandmother she never knew!"
Sugar skull tattoo for mom
This fantastic tattoo is on my friend John who says, "My mom was never crazy about my tattoos, but she appreciates the art. We wanted my mom tattoo in a spot that I couldn't cover up if I wanted to. It's a totally bad-ass sugar skull and just the slightest bit feminine. That's the tribute to my mom. Bad-ass and girly."
Generational tattoo
Jenna shared about her tattoo, "My mom had a dolphin tattoo on her left shoulder. She had it for as long as I can remember. I can remember being a little girl and tracing the outline of her tattoo with my fingertip. She would tell me it tickled, but I think she liked it because she never asked me to knock it off. When she died nine years ago, my 17-year-old sister and I decided to get a matching dolphin tattoo in her memory. We chose this one because it was bright and different, much like our mom, and because of the dolphin. My daughter has said that when she's old enough, she's also going to get a dolphin tattoo to carry on the 'tradition.'"
Sunny and bright
Seeing this happy tattoo would surely remind anyone of all the sunny and sweet times they spent with their mama. We love the whimsical design and vibrant colors.
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One tough lady
Moms fight a lot of battles their kids don't ever see, so honor her strength with a badass tattoo.
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A rose by any other name...
A super gorgeous red rose is a perfect tribute for mom.
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