Lettering tattoos

Lettering tattoos: your words, your way

Words carry weight, memories and a little spark of courage. Our collection lets you try them on without the lifelong commitment. With lettering tattoos you can script a name, a promise, or a line that changed you, then see how it sits with your style, your skin, your day-to-day.

Stories written on skin 💬

Some words never leave you: a birth date in Roman numerals, a lyric that caught your breath, a mantra that steadies your mornings. Script is intimate — almost like a whisper — and it reads differently on each body. Choose a phrase that feels lived-in, not just trendy.

• Names and dates: a delicate first name across the inner arm; numerals tucked along the nape.
• Quotes and poetry: a single line that carries you, from “still I rise” to your own words — explore our quote tattoos for ideas.
• Personal mantras: quiet reminders like “be kind” or “keep going”, small enough to hide, strong enough to hold.
• Symbols with meaning: pair a word with a subtle mark — a tiny star, or the gentle pause of our semicolon tattoos.

Type sets the mood ✒️

Typography shapes the tone as much as the message. Flowing calligraphy feels romantic and reflective; crisp serif lettering leans timeless; blackletter adds edge and drama. If you’re curious about how fonts shift the vibe, browse our font tattoos and try a few styles before you decide. A loose cursive can soften a fierce statement; neat small caps can make a tender note feel steady and clear. Let the spacing breathe, keep contrast in mind, and choose a weight that suits your linework.

Where it sits changes what it says

• Wrist: perfect for a one-word cue you’ll glance at often — “breathe”, “grace”, “onward”.
• Forearm: room for a longer thought in clean, readable script; great for lyrics or a short stanza.
• Collarbone: close to the heart, lightly curved text that follows the bone.
• Spine or back: vertical phrases in slender lettering, or a short poem set off-centre for a soft, editorial feel.
• Ribs: intimate and discreet, ideal for a private motto in fine script.

Different moods, same ink-free freedom

Chasing simplicity? Pair a tiny word with clean lines — our minimalist tattoos keep the message uncluttered. Love whisper-thin detail? You’ll feel at home with fine line tattoos, where the strokes sit light as air. If typography is your playground, take a tour of our font tattoos to compare scripts, serifs and bold glyphs.

Style notes and small wins

• Keep it legible: tiny letters need clean spacing; ultra-thin lines read best in short words.
• Mind the movement: spots that rub (like ankles under socks) can fade sooner; inner arms and collarbone wear well.
• Colour and contrast: choose inky black for fair skin, soft charcoal for delicate text, or deeper saturation for richer tones.
• Application ritual: press firmly, hold steady, then let it set. Pat dry; avoid oils and heavy lotions for longer wear.

Every phrase tells a little truth. Try a layout, live with it for a few days, then edit — the freedom of temporary ink is part of the magic. Explore the collection, mix words with symbols, and let your skin carry what matters, lightly. When you’re ready, our lettering tattoos will be waiting, steady and clear.