Ink-credible! Getting matching tattoos with your bestie is like the ultimate friendship bracelet, but way cooler and slightly more permanent.
Whether you’re ready to take the plunge or just window shopping for ideas, I’ve got you covered with 15 unique best friend tattoo ideas that’ll make your bond even tighter.
Trust me, as someone who’s inked more BFF tattoos than I can count, these aren’t your average “live, laugh, love” designs.
So, grab your bestie, a cup of coffee (or wine, no judgment here), and let’s dive into some tattoo inspo that’ll make your friendship Instagram-official in the most badass way possible!
1. Puzzle Pieces
Who said puzzles were just for rainy days?
Get a piece of the action with matching puzzle piece tattoos.
Each of you gets one piece that fits perfectly with your bestie’s.
It’s like saying, “You complete me,” but without the cheese factor.
Plus, it’s a great conversation starter at parties. “Oh, this? It’s just half of an amazing friendship.”
2. Coordinates
Latitude and longitude never looked so cool.
Pick a special place – where you met, your favorite hangout spot, or that time you got lost on a road trip.
Ink those coordinates and you’ll always find your way back to each other.
Just don’t blame me if you end up with a tattoo of the local Taco Bell parking lot.
3. Matching Constellations
Stars align for this cosmic connection.
Choose your zodiac signs or a constellation that means something to both of you.
It’s like carrying a piece of the night sky wherever you go.
Just remember, unlike real stars, these won’t fade after a few billion years.
4. Half-and-Half Animal
Split an animal in two (not literally, please).
Each of you gets half, and when you’re together, you’re whole.
Choose something meaningful or just pick the cutest critter you can think of.
It’s like those BFF necklaces from middle school, but way cooler and less likely to turn your skin green.
5. Minimalist Symbol
Sometimes, less is more.
Pick a simple symbol that represents your friendship – a heart, infinity sign, or even a tiny pizza slice.
It’s subtle enough for work, but meaningful enough to make you smile every time you see it.
Plus, it’s perfect for those of us who can’t commit to a full sleeve… yet.
6. Quote in Each Other’s Handwriting
Get personal with a quote that means something to both of you, written in each other’s handwriting.
It could be an inside joke, a movie line, or just “You’re my person” if you’re feeling Grey’s Anatomy.
Just make sure your bestie has legible handwriting, or you might end up with a permanent doctor’s prescription on your skin.
7. Matching Plants
Grow your friendship with matching plant tattoos.
Choose succulents if you’re low-maintenance, or go for something more elaborate like a flowering vine.
It’s like having a friendship garden that never needs watering.
Bonus: Unlike real plants, these won’t die if you forget about them for a week.
8. Yin and Yang
Balance your friendship with this classic symbol.
One of you gets the yin, the other gets the yang.
It’s perfect for those friendships where one of you is the voice of reason and the other is… well, not.
Just don’t argue over who gets to be the “light” side.
9. Morse Code
Dot dot dash your way to friendship goals.
Encode a special word or phrase in Morse code for a secret message only you two understand.
It’s like passing notes in class, but permanent and way more mysterious.
Just hope no one who actually knows Morse code sees it, or your secret’s out!
10. Matching Silhouettes
Get shady with matching silhouette tattoos.
Pick something that represents your friendship – maybe a coffee cup for your shared caffeine addiction, or a cat for your mutual love of naps.
It’s like a friendship Rorschach test – simple, yet open to interpretation.
“Oh, that blob? It’s clearly a symbol of our everlasting bond… or maybe it’s just a badly drawn potato.”
11. Complementary Objects
Peanut butter and jelly, Mario and Luigi, you and your bestie – some things just belong together.
Choose complementary objects that represent your dynamic duo.
Think lock and key, sun and moon, or even salt and pepper if you’re feeling spicy.
It’s like wearing your inside joke on your sleeve… literally.
12. Tiny Matching Animals
Unleash your inner spirit animal… in miniature form.
Pick a tiny critter that represents your friendship vibe.
Playful otters, wise owls, or even those adorable axolotls if you’re feeling extra quirky.
It’s like having a pocket-sized zoo that never needs feeding.
Just don’t be surprised if people start making animal noises at you.
13. Shared Hobby or Interest
Ink what brings you together.
Love music? Get matching guitar picks or music notes.
Bookworms? How about tiny books or reading glasses?
It’s a permanent reminder of what you bonded over in the first place.
Just maybe skip the “Netflix and chill” tattoo… some things are better left unsaid.
14. Continuous Line Drawing
One line, two friends, infinite possibilities.
Get a tattoo that connects two elements in one continuous line.
It could be your profiles, your initials, or even abstract shapes that mean something to you both.
It’s like your friendship – seamless, unbroken, and slightly confusing to outsiders.
15. Matching Color Blocks
Who needs words when you’ve got colors?
Choose a hue that represents your friendship and get matching color block tattoos.
It’s abstract, it’s artsy, and it’s a great excuse to say things like, “Sorry, I can’t wear that shirt. It clashes with my friendship.”
Just make sure you pick a color you both actually like… or you’ll be stuck explaining why you have a neon green square on your ankle for the rest of your life.
There you have it, folks! 15 ways to cement your friendship in ink.
Remember, the best tattoos are the ones that mean something to you, even if no one else gets it.
So whether you go for something profound or hilariously random, as long as it makes you both smile, you’re doing it right.
Now go forth and get inked… just maybe sleep on it first. And don’t forget to eat before your appointment – nobody wants a fainting BFF in the tattoo chair!
Sometimes, less is more.
Pick a simple symbol that represents your friendship – a heart, infinity sign, or even a tiny pizza slice.
It’s subtle enough for work, but meaningful enough to make you smile every time you see it.
Plus, it’s perfect for those of us who can’t commit to a full sleeve… yet.
6. Quote in Each Other’s Handwriting
Get personal with a quote that means something to both of you, written in each other’s handwriting.
It could be an inside joke, a movie line, or just “You’re my person” if you’re feeling Grey’s Anatomy.
Just make sure your bestie has legible handwriting, or you might end up with a permanent doctor’s prescription on your skin.
7. Matching Plants
Grow your friendship with matching plant tattoos.
Choose succulents if you’re low-maintenance, or go for something more elaborate like a flowering vine.
It’s like having a friendship garden that never needs watering.
Balance your friendship with this classic symbol.
One of you gets the yin, the other gets the yang.
It’s perfect for those friendships where one of you is the voice of reason and the other is… well, not.
Just don’t argue over who gets to be the “light” side.
9. Morse Code
Dot dot dash your way to friendship goals.
Encode a special word or phrase in Morse code for a secret message only you two understand.
It’s like passing notes in class, but permanent and way more mysterious.
Just hope no one who actually knows Morse code sees it, or your secret’s out!
10. Matching Silhouettes
Get shady with matching silhouette tattoos.
Pick something that represents your friendship – maybe a coffee cup for your shared caffeine addiction, or a cat for your mutual love of naps.
It’s like a friendship Rorschach test – simple, yet open to interpretation.
“Oh, that blob? It’s clearly a symbol of our everlasting bond… or maybe it’s just a badly drawn potato.”
11. Complementary Objects
Peanut butter and jelly, Mario and Luigi, you and your bestie – some things just belong together.
Choose complementary objects that represent your dynamic duo.
Think lock and key, sun and moon, or even salt and pepper if you’re feeling spicy.
It’s like wearing your inside joke on your sleeve… literally.
12. Tiny Matching Animals
Unleash your inner spirit animal… in miniature form.
Pick a tiny critter that represents your friendship vibe.
Playful otters, wise owls, or even those adorable axolotls if you’re feeling extra quirky.
It’s like having a pocket-sized zoo that never needs feeding.
Just don’t be surprised if people start making animal noises at you.
13. Shared Hobby or Interest
Ink what brings you together.
Love music? Get matching guitar picks or music notes.
Bookworms? How about tiny books or reading glasses?
It’s a permanent reminder of what you bonded over in the first place.
Just maybe skip the “Netflix and chill” tattoo… some things are better left unsaid.
14. Continuous Line Drawing
One line, two friends, infinite possibilities.
Get a tattoo that connects two elements in one continuous line.
It could be your profiles, your initials, or even abstract shapes that mean something to you both.
It’s like your friendship – seamless, unbroken, and slightly confusing to outsiders.
15. Matching Color Blocks
Who needs words when you’ve got colors?
Choose a hue that represents your friendship and get matching color block tattoos.
It’s abstract, it’s artsy, and it’s a great excuse to say things like, “Sorry, I can’t wear that shirt. It clashes with my friendship.”
Just make sure you pick a color you both actually like… or you’ll be stuck explaining why you have a neon green square on your ankle for the rest of your life.
There you have it, folks! 15 ways to cement your friendship in ink.
Remember, the best tattoos are the ones that mean something to you, even if no one else gets it.
So whether you go for something profound or hilariously random, as long as it makes you both smile, you’re doing it right.
Now go forth and get inked… just maybe sleep on it first. And don’t forget to eat before your appointment – nobody wants a fainting BFF in the tattoo chair!
