Some tattoo designs are truly unusual, with quirky symbols and unexpected motifs–and they’re unbelievably creative! They defy conventions, shake things up, and are perfect for anyone looking for a whimsical, one-of-a-kind piece of ink.
Intrigued? Let’s see my collection of 12 unusual tattoo ideas that push boundaries and make your ink as unique as you are!
1. Watermelon Pyramids Tattoo
Wow, the Egyptian pyramids turned into slices of watermelon? And with an ice cream on top? What a very unusual and playful piece of ink–it’ll definitely spark some amusement among your friends! Love it!
2. Unusual Abstract Tattoo
At first glance it looks like a simple abstract tattoo, but look closer, and you’ll spot three oddly shaped ghosts! Or maybe they’re melted, shape-shifting or something in between! Incredible idea I must say!
3. Pelvis And Butterfly Tattoo
Here’s an unusual tattoo featuring a pelvis, a butterfly and a question mark in between! Bet you didn’t know the pelvis and the butterfly share the same shape–pretty awesome, right?
4. Dot-To-Dot Puzzle Tattoo
This dot-to-dot puzzle tattoo is absolutely hilarious! It’s cheerful, whimsical and perfectly shows your fun personality–and your love for dogs, too!
5. Parrot Cake Tattoo
This one really makes you stop and take a closer look: it’s a parrot lounging with a tiny cake on its belly, topped with cream and a cherry! Quirky, eye-catching and guaranteed to trigger a cake craving. Yummy!
6. Unusual F1 Car Tattoo
This isn’t a typical car tattoo–it stands out with creative design inspired by Formula 1 racing cars. Perfect for F1 fans looking for something fresh, bold and truly artistic!
7. “Squiggly Wiggly Smiggly” Tattoo
Here we see three unusual faces outlined in bold black ink with the underline in red. It represents the complexity and distortion of the mind, emotions and human personalities.
8. PVC Dress Tattoo
Okay, but why would anyone want to ink a black PVC dress? Well, maybe it’s her favorite dress that reminds her of all the fun times she had wearing it. Plus, she obviously loves unusual tattoos. I bet you’re already thinking of a similar ink idea of your own!
9. Unusual Eye Tattoo
If you prefer awkward, unusual tattoos, here’s a perfect idea–how about a big eye on your forearm that looks intriguingly offbeat with a skull at the center of its pupil? What do you think?
10. Concept Tattoo
Concept tattoos are always unusual and open to interpretation. Typically, they combine different elements and symbols that represent abstract ideas, philosophical concepts, cultural references or futuristic visions. Anyone who’s into concept tattoos will love this colorful puzzling design!
11. Unusual Whippet Tattoo
I love this simple, cartoonish drawing of a whippet–it’s so adorable and funny! While dog tattoos are usually done in micro realism, this pawrent chose a truly unique design to honor their amico della pelliccia.
12. Paper Umbrella Tattoo
Here’s another unusual tattoo idea–a paper umbrella! Whether you have Asian roots or simply appreciate the culture and its imagery, this fabulous umbrella tattoo will inspire calmness, harmony and peace in your life.