Rose tattoo: meaning and 200 photos to inspire you

The tattoos with roses are among the unisex tattoo most beloved and characteristic. The rose has acquired many symbolic meanings in different cultures since the dawn of time, synonymous with beauty, love, sensuality, but also purity and rebirth. Here are many beautiful images to inspire you, the most original ideas for a special rose tattoo.

Rose tattoo ideas

Tattoo on arm with rose and 3D butterfly

Rose tattoo ideas

Small rose tattoo on the ankle

PINK TATTOO MEANING

The meaning of the rose tattoo can change depending on the images you add to it. The rose is in general a symbol of perfection , completeness , grace and happiness. It has the same importance for Western culture as the lotus flower for Eastern culture : beauty, meaning of life and purity . The meaning changes with the color:

the red rose is a symbol of kindness, but also of passion and love;

the yellow rose is a symbol of friendship, innocence and purity;

the blue rose is linked to the meaning of dream, utopia and mystery;

the white rose is associated with beauty, fertility, inner serenity and humility.

The rose tattoo with thorns represents the idea of ​​pain, death and in the Christian tradition it can also represent eternal life and resurrection. It is the emblem of sacrifices made for love, strength and protection. A rose and snake tattoo can allude to lust and sensuality. In some cultures the snake is also a symbol of wisdom and knowledge, as well as fertility. The rose and clock tattoo stands for eternal love and life. Rosa and still symbolize love for the sea, but are also used to pay homage to the loss of a loved one, a symbol of love and fidelity. The rose and dagger tattooit is associated with the pain of lost love, but in general with the difficulties of life. While the rose and butterfly tattoo stands for birth and rebirth, as well as femininity and grace. The closed rose is synonymous with possibilities yet to be experienced and adventure, while the open one represents maturity and wisdom. The withered rose tattoo is linked to the concept of ephemeral, it represents beauty destined to vanish. It can mean lost love or it can represent a loved one who is no longer there and we want to remember forever.

Tattoo with blue and pink rose

Rose tattoo ideas

Rose tattoo behind the arm

SMALL PINK TATTOO

Among the small tattoos , those with rose are the most refined. The rose tattoo on the wrist is a very popular choice. You can choose simpler black and white roses, or colorful compositions like those with a rose and heart , one of the most romantic and perfect as a dedication to a special person.

Small rose tattoo on the wrist

Small rose tattoo ideas

Tattoo with small red rose in the jar

STYLIZED ROSE TATTOO

Looking for original stylized rose ideas with character? Compared to the classic designs , the stylized ones have a more modern and particular style. You can choose geometric style compositions with sharper lines, or colorful graphics , ideal especially for large tattoos .

Stylized rose tattoo ideas

Tattoo with a stylized single rose

WIND ROSE TATTOO WITH MATCHING ROSE

The compass rose tattoos originate in maritime culture. Loved by men and women, they are associated with the meaning of freedom and the desire to follow one's dreams. Rose and compass together take on the meaning of guidance and protection. Precisely because of their origins, the most chosen graphics are old school ones , colorful and often large tattoos with very vivid details. They are mostly used as arm tattoos .

Compass rose and rose tattoo ideas

Tattoo on the arm with compass rose and red rose

REVERSE PINK TATTOO

The upside-down rose is associated with the end of a love , but its meaning can also be hope for the future, trust in a new beginning. The upside down rose is particularly suitable for small areas of the body, for example behind the ear . Very popular is the rose tattoo on the wrist , smaller and more refined, while on the forearm it can be made in very large sizes.

Inverted rose tattoo ideas

Tattoo with an inverted rose behind the ear

ROSE TATTOOS ON THE ARM

Different ideas for original arm and forearm tattoos . A colorful rose can be paired with a butterfly tattoo , but you can also choose designs that wrap around the arm, just like a bracelet. Music fans will be able to transform the stem into a treble clef . While the Japanese rose tattoo , one of the most distinctive flower tattoos , can be enclosed within a geometric shape such as a triangle, to simulate a small window.

Tattoo with a red rose on the arm

Rose tattoo ideas on arm

Tattoo with a rose on the arm

ROSE TATTOOS ON HAND

The tattoos on the hand collect for years a huge success. If you are thinking of going for a small tattoo, a rose on your finger is the ideal solution. The thumb and index finger are the most chosen fingers. An original idea for a couple tattoo is the rose on the ring finger, to commemorate an important event such as an engagement proposal, and even a wedding!

Tattoo ideas on the hand with one or more roses

Tattoo with two roses on the fingers

TATTOOS WITH ROSES ON THE SHOULDER

Do you like shoulder tattoos ? It's the perfect space for a large tattoo, so details matter a lot, especially when colored. You may prefer original compositions such as those with rose and moon to more classic designs : the moon adds to the general symbolism of the tattoo the idea of mystery and eternity .

Rose shoulder tattoo ideas

Tattoo of a rose on the shoulder

TATTOOS WITH ROSES ON THE ANKLE

What's more refined than a rose tattoo on the ankle ? It is certainly a type of tattoo more suitable for a woman , but it remains one of the most beautiful. The most popular compositions reward a feminine rose in shades of pink and red, with green leaves, buds or combined with other flowers. But if you are looking for less showy tattoos, even a small stylized shape will be for you.

Small red rose tattoo on the ankle

Ankle rose tattoo ideas

Tattoo with open rose and buds on the ankle

PINK TATTOO ON THE BACK

The stem of your rose can be designed to run along the entire spine, with an open bud that stands out between the shoulder blades. The rose with thorns , associated with the meaning of protection , inner strength , but also the desire for rebirth after a loss, is the most suitable for this part of the body. Alternatively, here are also more complex and colorful compositions and even tattoo with lettering instead of the stem of your red or multicolored rose.

Tattoo with a rose on the back

Rose tattoo ideas on the back

Tattoo on the back with a red rose and an inscription

ROSE TATTOOS ON THE BODY

Back , hip, knee , leg , breast and  groin are the most chosen areas of the body for these tattoos. A hip tattoo , such as a back tattoo , can take up more surface area, while those on the knee will be smaller for obvious reasons. Areas such as the breasts and groin are very sensitive and delicate, so rely on competent professionals. An intriguing idea? A tattoo around the breast , to surprise your partner!

Tattoo ideas with one or more roses on different parts of the body

Tattoo with three black roses on the side

PINK TATTOO WITH WRITINGS

The tattoos with letters and writings are much loved for their meaning. A rose tattoo with lettering  acquires a different value than a classic one. Famous phrases and aphorisms  give the tattoo a greater emotional impact. You can choose simpler stylized graphics with single words or old school drawings with roses and hearts . The tattoos with names and dates are chosen to commemorate loved ones, an indelible memory to always carry with us.

Rose and lettering tattoo ideas

Tattoo with a red rose and an inscription on the stem

PINK MAN TATTOO

If you think that the rose tattoo is only suitable for women, you are wrong. The old school rose tattoo is one of the most loved by men , originally chosen by sailors to keep a memory of their home or as a symbol of protection and guidance. The 3D rose has an undoubted charm, to be chosen in association with symbols such as the skull or a gun . Rose and dagger symbolize strength, protection and honor.

Rose tattoo ideas for men

Tattoo for men with a rose and a clock on the shoulder and chest

BLACK AND WHITE ROSE TATTOOS

If your passion is black and white tattoos , the contrasts that can be made with the design of a rose are many. Black and white, typical colors of a musical score, are the ideal choice for music- themed graphics . But names and symbols are also perfect for completing a colorless design.

Black and white rose tattoo ideas

Tattoo with a black and white rose

BLUE ROSE TATTOO

Are you curious to find out the meaning of the blue rose ? Being a flower that does not exist in nature, the blue rose is associated with the idea of ​​mystery, the desire to dream, but also with beauty and love like the purple rose . It is often found in compositions with butterflies and other flowers, but also with writings. The most striking are the 3D painted effect rose tattoos.

Tattoo with a blue rose and an inscription on the stem

Blue rose tattoo ideas

Tattoo on the arm with a purple blue rose and a butterfly

BLACK ROSE TATTOO

Since black is the color that has always been associated with death , in different cultures the black rose tattoo is dedicated to the dead, but not only. Choice of great personality , the black rose expresses charisma and the desire to give free rein to our dark side. A symbol to exorcise the fears and pains of our life. Small on the wrist and ankle, or large on the back, side and legs, the black rose tattoo is one of the most significant.

Tattoos with black roses

Tattoo with a completely black rose

Old school or stylized, black and white or colored? What's the perfect rose tattoo for you? Let us know in the comments!

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