38 Beautiful Lily Tattoo Ideas to Inspire You in 2024

Welcome to another list of tattoos to inspire you. On the menu today are Lily tattoos.
First up, we have this gorgeous blackwork Lily over the ribs. The best part about this piece is the fact that it looks almost like an x-ray. I like how the shading has been done; the artist added a lot of contrast which complements the lighter-shaded areas.

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The placement of this tattoo is quite unusual, especially for its size. I would have suggested placing it on the wrist, not to say that it looks bad here, it just seems like it would have looked better on a flatter surface. I like how neat the linework is and how the artist adds splashes of color; it adds character to this design that would have otherwise been very plain.

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Isn’t this such a dainty tattoo? One thing that is slightly concerning is the fact that it’s very light which means the chances of it fading in the future are high. There are some contrasting areas like the stem, but the petals will probably need a touch-up at some point. If you’re taking inspiration from this piece, make sure to go slightly darker just so you eliminate the need for multiple touch-ups.

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If you’re into blackwork and simple, then this is the inspiration you’re looking for. I adore how minimalistic this design is while at the same time, it has a ton of detail. The use of linework and dotwork for the shading is a brilliant idea as it complements the bold outlines and simultaneously creates contrast.

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Neo-Traditional is great for anyone wanting a more feminine version of American Traditional, in my opinion at least. The bold outlines and varying line weights are typical characteristics of the style and they work so well together. Great placement choice, it looks absolutely stunning here and the client gets to show off her new ink. I know I would.

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There’s something unusual about this piece. It could be the style; it’s very abstract while simultaneously looking quite realistic, if that makes sense? It looks like the artist painted this piece on the client’s skin and I am absolutely loving it. The placement is also a really good choice; the triceps is perfect for the shape and size.

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Are these colors not just the brightest most amazing thing you’ve ever seen? What helps them stand out, even more, is the blackout in the background which is a very smart choice. I really like the choice of colors; the orange, yellow and purple really complement each other, especially because they’re complimentary colors on the color wheel. Great placement choice, tattoos with this kind of elongated shape need to be in an area with enough space.

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The placement of this design is absolutely phenomenal, it flows and complements her shape so well. Another worthy mention is the clean linework and outstanding use of contrast. The blackwork works well with the black and gray shading and draws your attention to the lighter areas of the tattoo. Simply gorgeous, I would only wear crop tops if this was on my body.

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Ornamental tattoos have always been very popular and have recently gained new traction, especially now that artists are focusing on a more realistic approach to the style. I like how the Lily is the main focus because it’s the only part of the tattoo that isn’t in an ornamental style. The placement is perfect for the design; it looks like it was made specifically for the forearm, especially because the Lily fills up the space just under the crease of the elbow.

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Be warned, feet tattoos aren’t for the faint of heart; they hurt a lot. When it comes to fineline designs, it hurts even more because of the size of the needles your artist will have to use. Besides the pain, the tattoo itself is done gorgeously; the lines are dainty and clean, the shading complements the linework and the addition of the white highlights in the center of the Lilies is lovely and breaks away from the black and gray shading.

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Micro tattoos are on the rise and this one is such a beauty. The saying “go big or go home” has no place anymore, especially since artists are able to do such realistic designs in such a small space. I love that it’s placed over the biceps. It’s not too big or too small for the area, and there’s still enough space for the client to add more in the future. The color scheme is absolutely breathtaking and done so smoothly; clearly, the artist has a good handle on color packing and blending.

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Fineline tattoos are very feminine, I suppose it’s because the linework is dainty, and, well, women are associated with soft and dainty. I think the artist did an amazing job with the shading. It’s smooth and consistent, and because of how it was done there’s no need to add white highlights; the artist uses expertise in black and gray shading to create them naturally. Kudos to Hailey for doing such an awesome job.

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Hand Poke tattoos are another style or technique that’s on the rise. The best part about it is there are barely any limits to hand poked tattoos.The only thing to keep in mind is the shading will be done in a dotwork style and not the usual smooth mag shading. Here you can see the artist went a little too light with the “linework” which means it will probably fade significantly over time. I need to mention that for a hand poked piece, this looks like it was done with a machine which is quite impressive, it just shows the sheer skills this artist has.

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The tiny splashes of red add such character to this design. It really breaks away from the all black and gray while complementing it at the same time. I like how crispy the linework is and how the whip shading is just as fantastic as the linework. The forearm is the best place to put this piece as it flows perfectly and fits the space really well. I really like this design, props to the artist.

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Okay, the pink used for this tattoo is really pretty, and the best part is that it complements the original tattoo that’s on her arm. What I also really enjoy about this tattoo is the fact that it looks almost like an x-ray of the flower. Another thing to comment on is the placement, it’s been put in close proximity to the other tattoo which is a smart move because the client can add similar designs onto the arm in the future. Great choice of placement and an even better choice of style.

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Here we have a lovely blackwork and black and gray Lily tattoo over the triceps. The way the design is put together is great, especially because of the way the artist designed it to accentuate the Lily with the black and gray background. This piece is absolutely stunning and looks so good on the client’s arm.

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Neo-traditional tattoos are so beautiful and the best part is that it’s a style that both men and women can rock. I love the muted colors used but it’s the placement of this design that really adds the wow factor; it looks like she’s wearing a tattoo shawl. It also goes up her neck which accentuates her shoulders and neck beautifully. There’s nothing not to love about this piece, absolutely phenomenal.

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When you think of a back piece, your initial idea is the entire back, but here we have a stunning Lily bouquet back tattoo that is oh-so-feminine. I like the choice of color palette, it’s very earthy and because of how bold it is, will definitely hold up over time. I like that this tattoo can be hidden because when you do show it off by wearing an open-back top or dress, you get to show off all of the beauty that is this gorgeous piece.

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This style of tattooing always catches my attention because of how realistic yet abstract it is. The various shades of blue are breathtaking and contrast beautifully against the client’s pale skin. Placing it over the biceps is a great idea; the shape and composition of the design work well in this area. This is definitely a tattoo the artist and client can both be proud of, I know I’d be proud to wear this amazing design on my body for the rest of my life.

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Fineline and flowers really work well together, add the fact that the design is placed in the perfect position and you have yourself one amazing piece. The one thing I will mention is the fact that the design looks like it’s upside down but that could just be due to the angles of the Lilies. I love how clean this thigh tattoo is as well as how simple yet detailed it is, simply gorgeous.

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I love it when an artist creates a bouquet of flowers. This Lily bouquet is absolutely adorable and even more so when it’s a micro tattoo. For the size of this piece, I feel like the shoulder blade isn’t the best placement. It should have been made a bit bigger for this area, but that doesn’t mean that it doesn’t still look good. The purple is really pretty and the use of different shades of purple adds much needed depth to the design, I really like this piece, it’s the perfect feminine addition.

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Now usually I would suggest staying away from white because of how it fades over time, but the way the artist did this piece is exceptional. The use of gray shading in the white gives the tattoo depth but also ensures that the white will hold up for a lot longer because the artist didn’t simply use solid white. This is another Lily tattoo that’s been placed in the perfect spot; the triceps is a great area for designs that are composed like this. Gorgeous!

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