Flower tattoos

Wear your petals with purpose 🌷

There’s something deeply poetic about flowers. Ever-shifting, symbolic, and rooted in every culture, they’ve long been used to express what words can’t. Our collection of flower tattoos isn’t just decorative—it’s about storytelling. Whether you're drawn to the wild elegance of a poppy or the serene beauty of a lotus, every bloom holds something personal.

We’ve handpicked each design to echo real-world blooms, balancing fine lines and delicate shades with striking shape and intention. These designs are temporary, lasting just long enough to match a mood, mark a memory, or try out something new on your skin.

Floral favourites that never fade

Some things never go out of style. Take the rose tattoo: classic, layered with meaning, and romantic in every shade. Or the lily, often chosen for moments of personal renewal. Whether bold or subtle, these flowers touch something timeless—and deeply human.

This year, a few floral faces are making waves:

• Peonies: full, luxurious blooms that symbolise honour and prosperity—often worn as statement pieces on the back or thigh.
• Lotus flowers: spiritual, grounded, and ever-resilient. Ideal for reminding yourself how far you've come.
• Sunflowers: bright, steady, and full of life. Their orientation towards light makes them an uplifting, sunny presence on the skin.
• Poppies: gentle reminders of remembrance and soft strength. Often chosen for their understated beauty.
• Cherry blossoms: fleeting by nature, but beloved for their gentle aura. A favourite for collarbones, backs, and shoulders.

Not just feminine: floral ink for every body

Flowers may be delicate, but they’re never weak. That’s why flower tattoos work for everyone—men, women, and anyone in between. A dainty daisy behind the ear speaks to quiet joy. A sprawling chrysanthemum across the chest? That’s composure, depth, and resilience, all in one.

Curating for all identities, we’ve noticed:

• Masculine styles: Strong, symmetrical blooms like lotuses and bold peonies suit structured placements—think forearms or ribs. These are flowers with grit.
• Feminine designs: Cherry blossoms, lilies, and flowing vines tend toward soft lines and movement. Perfect for shoulders, wrists, or along the side of the torso.

Peonies and lotus tattoos especially bridge this fluid space between strength and softness beautifully.

The language of flowers (in ink)

You don’t have to be fluent in Victorian flower language to know a bloom can say more than words. A flower tattoo can represent a turning point, a person, a feeling, or something more abstract like resilience or lightness.

Here’s a brief whisper of meaning hidden beneath the petals:

• Daisies: new beginnings, childlike joy, optimism
• Chrysanthemums: endurance, honour, devotion
• Lilies: rebirth, transformation, peace
• Roses: depending on colour—passion, friendship, or innocence

These aren’t hard rules—your symbolism is your own. We just offer the petals. You bring the meaning.

Where to place your floral tattoo

Placement matters—it affects visibility, intent, and the impression it leaves. Think of it less as a ‘where’ and more as a ‘why there?’

Some ideas to spark placement inspiration:

• Forearms: confident, visible; great for lotus and sunflower designs
• Thighs or ribs: intimate and curving; ideal for peonies or sprawling vine work
• Collarbone: subtlety meets grace—try a single cherry blossom branch
• Behind the ear or wrist: playful and personal—perfect for daisies or violets

Not sure yet? Try a few placements with different designs. That’s the beauty of temporary tattoos—you’re free to explore.

Layering nature with other meanings

Floral tattoos love company. Pairing them with other motifs can change the meaning entirely or simply add depth.

Need a few ideas?

• Butterflies: the ultimate symbol of metamorphosis, they blend effortlessly with blossoms
• Birds: curious swallows or tiny hummingbirds lend movement and flight to otherwise still pieces
• Geometric elements: juxtapose softness with structure by framing flowers in angular patterns

The end result? Your personal story told in petals and precision. Every bloom, bird, or line included for a reason.

The Temporalis® twist

All of our flower tattoo designs are vegan-friendly, waterproof, and EU-certified. They last around 1–2 weeks, fade gently, and feel light as a petal on your skin. Whether you're making a commitment-free statement, styling for a festival, or marking a quiet milestone—there's a design waiting to meet you.

Let nature ink your narrative 🌼