40 Amazing Mandala Tattoo Ideas for Men & Women in 2024

Similar Mandala tattoos can be masculine or feminine. Sometimes it just depends on who’s wearing it; point proven above. The circular piece wraps around this woman’s shoulder and arm literally adorning it. It’s Beautiful; It’s Feminine; It’s What I Want.

This is a nice example of a Mandala tattoo where in addition to bold black lines, shading is used. Although a floral motif or theme is incorporated here there is nothing feminine about this tattoo. Prominently displayed on the upper forearm, this unique butterfly tattoo design can’t help but be admired.

@panumart_tattoo

Mandalas: Dark and Mysterious. Yes but this tattoo shows how different tattoo styles impart different feelings to the work. This Mandala tattoo: Fun and Beautiful all made possible by use of the Watercolor style. Watercolor splashes and spills inside and outside of the lines add fun to this Mandala. Water fight anyone?

@panumart_tattoo

This beautiful lotus mandala tattoo fits perfectly in the middle of the upper back. The thin black lines make this mandala feel delicate; almost like crystals floating on the skin. Amazingly the tattoo artist didn’t use needles but employed the ancient Thai method of hand-poking. Called bamboo tattoo, sticks rather than needles are used to deliver the ink. Another reason to visit Thailand.

@panumart_tattoo

Mandala Tattoo: Check as evidenced by the repeating patterns. Full-Sleeve: Check as evidenced by the tattoo extending from hand to shoulder. Bold: Check. But not only Bold but Bold On Steroids! Welcome to Blackwork style where all the ink is delivered in solid planes of black ink. Not your mother’s tattoo.

@rubensart_tattoo

This tattoo’s simply mandala design has fine lines and a pattern reminiscent of flower petals. Although solid black areas are incorporated, the design remains super-delicate, even reminding me of feathers floating in the air. Adding to the interest of this tattoo is its surprising placement in front of the ear. Notice how its shape mimics the contour of the ear just like a mirror image. Wow, that’s cool! Great work by Ahm, the owner and head tattoo artist of Panumart Tattoo!

@panumart_tattoo

Repeating patterns, black lines and a perfect custom fit above the elbow all come together to make this Mandala tattoo so beautiful. With elements of the Ornamental style it’s really the perfect accessory for your little white (or black) dress.

@anais_chabane

Who needs rings or bracelets when your fingers and hands are adorned with beautiful tattoos. Done in the Ornamental style and including the repeating patterns of Mandalas, this design and its placement lead the eye from above the wrist to the tips of the fingers; here punctuated by an artful manicure. Look familiar? These tattoos are like Mehendi, the ornamental henna body art Indian women get for their wedding day.

@anais_chabane

This Mandala tattoo with its repeating circular pattern also incorporates the Thai unalome at its lower portion. In Buddhism, the unalome represents the path to enlightenment as you traverse life’s twists and turns and ups and downs. It’s all part of the journey; hope yours is good.

@shir_h.tattoo

This Mandala tattoo is awesome in so many regards. First it’s perfectly executed from its design, from its smooth uninterrupted lines, to its placement. This piece of body art seems to effortlessly hug the back of the head and back of the neck. So big props to the artist. Can’t forget big props to the client too as the head and neck are notoriously painful areas to have tattooed.

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@xavtattoo

The fine black lines and ornamental aspects of this tattoo make it reminiscent of jewels dangling from a crown. This along with the gentle lines and curves eliminate any intimidating aspect often associated with facial tattoos. It’s clear that style definitely imparts meaning to your tattoo.

@alinatatts

This woman definitely likes style; from her manicure, to her jewelry and of course to her perfectly positioned finger tattoo. This tattoo’s style and dimensions accentuate the graceful sweep of her thumb and hand. It’s a perfect body art accessory for everyday and everywhere.

@anais_chabane

What can I say…this is a beautiful tattoo. The large central lotus flower exclaims who you are; faithful and strong while the central positioning of this tattoo across the back is so dramatic. It’s perfectly framed by the shoulder blades. Adding to that is the use of the Ornamental Style; jewels gracefully dangling onto the back. Lovely.

@molnarmario4

This circular Mandala is typical in its repeating patterns, incorporation of the lotus flower and use of fine black lines. What’s not typical is its location. Usually centered over the shoulder this Mandala tattoo is moved onto the chest and nestled by the collarbone, making it the perfect accessory.

@fefe_fede_tattoo

They’ll see you coming and then going – once they get a glimpse of this delicate Mandala tattoo. The back of the calf is the perfect location for this long, slender tattoo done in the combined Ornamental and Minimal Styles. All eyes will be following you.

@rachainsworth

Hey, who ever said you have to stick with just one tattoo style? Case in-point; this forearm tattoo that incorporates fine lines, floral and even Mandala styles all together. The focus of the tattoo is the lotus flower Mandala but look there’s more: flowers, leaves, branches – all inked with fine lines. Mixed-up just like life.

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This is an interesting subject for a Mandala tattoo design. It uncharacteristically includes a portrait as the central focus rather than a lotus although flowers appear in the periphery. Take a closer look and you’ll see that the artist used Dotwork style to shade in the leaves. If you want a big tattoo with these dimensions the thigh is the perfect place. Notice how the tapered design of the tattoo simulates the dimensions of the thigh. In all – a Perfect Fit!

@emmabeechtattoo

You can see multiple Mandala tattoos joined together to make this bold statement. It actually looks like a Hawaiian lei to me with the contours nicely accentuating this woman’s small waist. (Who’s jealous?) Hula dance anyone?

@rebeca.roots

This Mandala tattoo design is truly amazing. Not only are the proportions perfect for this muscular leg but the knee also perfectly supports the central circular portion of the design. The colors used also enhance the masculine feel of the tattoo. Now look closer. The artist employed Dotwork style within the center of the Mandala. Painstakingly dots are inked in close proximity to each other without ever touching – all creating the illusion of a bigger picture. Again perfect for this perfectly masculine-looking leg.

@vanadis.tattoo

This Mandala tattoo design quietly screams “Beautiful”. Enhanced first by its positioning over the hip (beautiful too) and then by its exquisite shading and subtlety of color selection. The Dotwork style is used to shade the Mandala. Here the artist must carefully ink multiple dots while never having any of them touch. A second style of shading is then introduced within the flowers. Here a Whip-Shading style is employed to avoid the creation of any solid lines.
Masterful – Sophisticated – Beautiful.

@annabel.ink

Ok this tattoo really makes a statement. It’s bold done in the Old School style (think Grandpa’s tattoo) with black outlines and a simple color palette. But wait, it’s also a Mandala. Notice the characteristic lotus in the middle of the circular design. And there’s still more. This tattoo is done in the Realistic style but sure you knew that. Hey, you can tell it’s a lotus flower, can’t you?

@raul_tat2

Although not a typical Mandala tattoo there’s evidence of the characteristic circular shape; here it’s the lotus flower with its fine shading as the central focus. The lotus is precisely centered over the shoulder extending from its upper border onto the arm; the arm serving as the perfect canvas for the suspended jewels. I can even picture the jewels swaying a little from side to side. Don’t worry no one’s grabbing them. Check out that evil eye.

@studiomtattoo