Reviewed and Updated: October 19, 2022 by Jamie Wilson BA
Looking for whimsical coloring ideas? Here are some awesome and mind-blowing apple tattoo ideas and designs curated to up your style game!
Did you know that apples and apple tattoos are an eternal symbol of love, fertility, knowledge, temptation, sin, sexuality and sensuality?
While Western culture sees the apple as an irresistible but forbidden object, Greek, Celtic and other cultures have different ideas about the fruit. For example, you will find that Greek myths and legends see the apple as a symbol of immortality and youth, and for the Celts the apple symbolized knowledge, prophecy and magic.
However, perhaps the most relevant apple reference you will find is the unnamed fruit that Eve presented to Adam in the Garden of Eden. The fruit of the tree of knowledge was later called the “apple” by Renaissance artists and immortalized in their works as a symbol of knowledge and temptation.
Birds, sad quotes, love quotes, flowers, infinity symbols, moon and planets and anchor tattoos are part of the popular repertoire of meaningful tattoo choices for girls and boys alike. However, meaningful apple tattoo designs will take your inking experience up a notch and help you express your style and personality to the world. From apple flowers and apple trees to poisoned apples, you’ll find that there are plenty of apple-related ink designs to satisfy your appetite for aesthetic tattoos. It is an art that you will wear all the time, every day of your life. Please read on to learn about some of the best apple tattoo ideas and find the one that is most relevant to your unique preferences!
The chic and flawless Apple Flower Tattoo
Do you want to know what an apple blossom tattoo symbolizes? Known for their heady scent and soothing color, the blossoms of the apple tree serve as a symbol of peace, love, fertility, sensuality and the continuity of life. A simple apple flower tattoo like this one is both classy and meaningful. A simple twig with flowers and leaves in black ink sets your look apart from more flashy choices.
The Disney-inspired classic Poisoned Apple Tattoo
Fairy tales can open up a world of enchanting tattoo designs. Snow White inspired poison apple tattoo will take you back in time and spice things up in your tattoo game. You can show your love for this old-school theme, or rather, the charm and magic that the poison apple embodies with a cool tattoo. This one gives the impression of a skull symbolizing the sleeping death, while the contrasting warm and cool tones make it visually captivating.
There is more in the poison apple tattoo category. For example, this shows the evil queen from Snow White dangling a poisoned apple in her hand. The tattoo design spontaneously evokes nostalgia for classic fairy tales that never seem to go out of style no matter the time or era.
The satanic snake and apple tattoo
Get the apple and snake tattoo on your body if you are interested in biblical related designs. In addition to the serpent’s symbolism of strength, rebirth, fertility, wisdom and knowledge, the slithering creature also represents the temptation that lured Eve with the forbidden fruit. The terrifying image of the snake coiled around a bright red bitten apple, with its fangs bared, has just the right amount of devilish and sinful undertones
If you are not satisfied with a simple design and want to add more details, here is another dramatic apple and snake tattoo design that you may find attractive. The reptile is intertwined with a bitten apple and a half-cut apple. The colorful leaves and flowers further enhance the design, balancing the evil vibes with their lively aura.
The metaphorical “Apple Of My Eye” tattoo
The popular English metaphorical expression “apple of my eye” comes from the biblical Book of Psalms and symbolizes the pupil of the eye – something you cherish and protect. You will find that the phrase is often used in connection with love and relationships. If you’re into realistic art, take your apple tattoo game to the next level with this intricate and lifelike design of an eye that appears to be staring straight at you through the apple!
The Rotten Apple Tattoo for the bad guys
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Bad apple tattoo designs featuring a rotten apple and a worm popping out might sound extremely gross, but you could use it to express your character’s spoiled and mischievous side. This bad apple tattoo here is something you might like – it’s simple and colorful with a touch of playfulness, a trait that you might end up resembling your spoiled self.
The tempting bitten apple tattoo
It’s not new information that the bitten apple has long been a symbol of fall and temptation, the sexual attraction that lures one to the opposite sex. The simple black and gray tattoo here is inspired by Eve’s temptation for the forbidden fruit. The nails give it a touch of realism while maintaining the right amount of sensuality.
The mythological Golden Apple tattoo for legends
The Greeks had various symbolisms associated with the golden apple – the golden apple of discord that started the Trojan War, the golden apples of the Tree of Life with magical healing powers, the golden apples in the Garden of the Hesperides, and so on. If you find Greek mythology interesting, this classic golden apple tattoo can be your first choice. The ink comes in solid gold tones and looks super realistic and sophisticated.
The sensual cut apple tattoo for the passionate
When an apple is bisected by its vertical plane, the seed coat resembles the female’s external genitalia. On the other hand, if the fruit is cut horizontally, the seed coat appears as a star-shaped structure, symbolizing knowledge. The Apple Views Trio Tattoo here has a perfect balance of eroticism and aesthetics, only if you have the eye for it!
If you want to unmistakably flaunt your amorous side to the world, go ahead and get this sensual sliced apple tattoo inked on your body. Bold and sexy, the tattoo resembles the female vulva which will express your taste for art and creativity while quietly asserting its inherent sexual appeal.
The sublime apple tree tattoo
You may find that tattoos of apples hanging from a tree are quite common and available. First of all, it is a symbol of fertility and sublime love. In addition, the apple tree can also serve as a representation of the tree of knowledge from the biblical Garden of Eden. The apple tree tattoo here with its sprawling branches is voluminous and adds considerable charm to the wearer’s look. In addition, the bright red and green tones provide the perfect contrast to your skin.
If you want to get more creative with your apple tree tattoos, you can use this imaginative design that shows a tree sprouting from a half-cut apple. The tattoo design is perfect for those who have vivid imagination and love all things abstract. The color combination of the design is equally striking and is sure to turn heads due to its sheer out-of-the-box conception.
The Green Apple Tattoo for healthy eaters
A green apple tattoo on the body is totally appealing to vegetarians and healthy eaters. The green tattoo here is simple yet perfect for those fitness freaks who want to flaunt their healthy lifestyle in a stylish and unique way!
If you want to represent your preferences for a healthy lifestyle in a little more artistic way, go for this elaborate apple tattoo design. It goes beyond just showing the fruit and also includes grapes, lavender flowers and a bird. The colors, details and the absolute elegance of the design will surely draw all the attention in the room!
Apple tattoos have been in trend for a long time and will not go out of style anytime soon. Thanks to their universal appeal and popularity, you can find thousands of apple tattoo designs depicting various themes and symbolism. While a good apple tattoo design can enhance your look, a poorly chosen one can ruin your look. So, here’s what you can consider before you colorize:
- Choose an apple tattoo design that suits your personality.
- Make sure you choose the design wisely with full knowledge of the message it conveys.
- Never invest in an apple tattoo design that you don’t have an emotional or physical connection with.