A tattoo is no small commitment, which is why it just makes sense to get one with your favorite person. Matching best friend tattoos are the perfect way to show the world just how much you love your bestie, plus it serves as a constant reminder of your friendship. Whether they’re sweet and sentimental or fun and playful, BFF tattoos should be something meaningful to the two of you that also suits your style.
Lots of celebrities have been known to hop aboard the matching friend tattoos train. Earlier this month, Hilary Duff and her Younger co-star Molly Bernard got matching Saturn tattoos together, courtesy of an LA-based tattoo artist who goes by Sushi. Back in 2015, model Hailey Bieber and her cousin, Ireland Baldwin, got matching finger tattoos of their famous family name. After the show wrapped, the cast of Pretty Little Liars all got matching tattoos together, too.
Thinking about getting matching ink? Ahead, we’ve rounded up 10 fun and meaningful bestie tattoo ideas that will help you celebrate and honor your friendship — while also being completely adorable on their own.
Best friend tattoos inspiration:
Soulmate
The phrase “my other half” becomes quite literal with this design. These best friend tattoos will keep you connected, but also allow you each to personalize your half with the flower color of your choice.
Citrus Slices
These delicate citrus slices symbolize the sweetness of your friendship in an oh-so-subtle way.
Pinky Promise
A literal symbol of the bond you share, these pinky promise matching friend tattoos are so meaningful. Plus, the linework and detail make for a stunning piece of body art.
Lightning Bolts
Whether you’re both Harry Potter fans or just want something small and minimal, a lightning bolt is a super cute tattoo idea for you and your bestie.
Abstract Shapes
You don’t have to settle on a specific object or phrase in order to get some ink with your BFF. Ask your tattoo artist to work up an abstract design based on a color scheme you both like or something meaningful to your friendship; the result will be way more personal and unique.
Coffee & Wine
It’s more than likely that you and your best friend have had countless conversations over both your AM coffee and your PM wine, making this design the perfect way to commemorate your friendship.
Beach Scene
For beach-loving besties, these minimal beach scene BFF tattoos are as sweet as it gets.
Minimalist Florals
Sleek and simple, this design looks amazing whether or not you’re standing next to your best friend.
Avocados
This one’s for all the guac-obsessed BFFs out there who love avocados as much as they love each other.
Evil Eyes
If finger tattoos are your thing, these evil eyes (a symbol meant to protect against misfortune) make for great best friend ink.
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