Reviewed and Updated: October 19, 2022 by Jamie Wilson BA
Looking for feminine anchor tattoos to decorate your skin? Read on to find the best anchor tattoo pictures to get inspiration from!
Once upon a time, anchor tattoos were limited to sailors and their family members.
However, in modern times, anchor tattoos are chosen by anyone who finds a special connection to the meanings of this symbol. Anchor tattoos are said to signify down-to-earthness, a special connection, stability and hope.
When it comes to female anchor tattoos, certain elements are added to make this symbol appear more feminine. However, its meanings remain the same. Anchor tattoos can also be done in connection with compass, ship and so on to emphasize their meaning even more.
To get more tattoo ideas of anchor meaning stability read on!
Best friends anchor tattoo
Looking for a cute and feminine tattoo design for your girlfriends or family members? Then here is the perfect piece for you. While this small anchor tattoo is a simple design, it still has a deep meaning. This small tattoo design is perfect for women who feel connected to each other. Additionally, as the anchor symbol represents stability, this tattoo could be a sign of the stable friendship or relationship you share with your loved ones and the strong foundation upon which it is built. All of you can get this matching tattoo on your fingers, feet or even behind the ears.
Nice anchor tattoo
For a girly, feminine anchor tattoo that enhances your own loveliness, this anchor tattoo design is perfect. Here a medium sized anchor has been tattooed in black ink. The lines used in this anchor design are quite thin and not bold at all, giving the design a minimalist look. The two hearts at the top along with the letter “f” shows that this anchor tattoo has been inked to symbolize the love shared between the wearer and their significant other. So if you want to dedicate a beautiful tattoo to someone you share a beautiful connection with, then this piece is a great example.
While many people love showing off their inked skin to the world, many like to keep things private. If you are one of them, then why not get this small anchor tattoo inked on your knuckle, wrist, one of your fingers or behind your ear? Even though this tattoo is extremely simple and almost invisible, it still carries the different meanings associated with this symbol.
Realistic anchor tattoo
Among the various feminine anchor tattoo designs, realistic anchor tattoos may be hard to find as such pieces are often considered too masculine. However, it is actually possible to get inked with a realistic anchor tattoo that has a feminine touch. Take a look at this tattoo for example. Here an elaborate and intricate anchor has been placed with other symbols such as the helm and sailor’s rope, all connected to the sea. The placement of each element makes the tattoo quite compact and therefore chic to look at. Also, the anchor here is wrapped with rope, making it a fouled anchor. Fouled anchors represent hope and their meaning can be translated into your life when you are going through a difficult time.
If you want a much bolder version of the previous anchor design, check out the image above. The same elements are depicted here as well, however, the outline of each symbol is much thicker, giving the tattoo a bold look. Such a piece is ideal for women who want to show off the boldness they carry within.
Neo Traditional Anchor Tattoo
Neo-traditional style tattoo pieces are known for having bright colors and funky elements. Despite this, these tattoos still look elegant when done right. Take a look at this tattoo for example. An anchor was made with a big heart on it. The red and black tones complement each other perfectly and underline the liveliness of the tattoo design. Such brightly colored anchor designs are best suited for those who have a colorful personality and a different zest for life.
If you’re more into a flower, then this neo-traditional anchor design is sure to impress. Here the anchor has a beautiful and vibrant rose on it. The rose’s reds and yellows, along with its black shading, give a happy vibe to the whole tattoo. Additionally, since the meaning of rose is associated with love, it fits perfectly with the anchor symbol as anchors represent commitment. The shape of this tattoo is such that when inked on the wrist it looks like a bracelet. Therefore, you can choose to have it inked there.
Flower anchor tattoo
When it comes to tattoo designs for women, it’s hard not to mention flowers. These elements add a sense of grace and symbolism to any tattoo they are added to. Check out this anchor design pictured above. The outline of an anchor was created with a beautiful flower on its base framing the entire piece. Although this tattoo design is made of only black ink, its beauty radiates from the style in which it was created.
This floral tattoo design is much smaller compared to the previous anchor tattoo but exudes the same level of grace and elegance. The sunflower on one side of the anchor with a cute little paw and the letter “R” hanging from it like charms add a personal feel to this tattoo. Even you can make this design your own by adding such elements to your anchor. You can also ask your tattoo artist to add colors to make this piece more vibrant and eye-catching.
Unique anchor tattoo
This unique feminine tattoo has a sailor inked on top of the anchor. This design is best for those who have worked in the Navy, have a relationship with someone in the Navy, or just love boats! The sweet lady portrayed in this tattoo makes the whole design extremely unique. In addition, the way the bottom of the anchor seamlessly blends into the collar of the woman’s dress makes the tattoo even more compact and chic, perfect for any woman.
Anchor tattoo sleeve for women
Looking for a tattoo that is the opposite of a simple anchor design? Then check out this sleeve tattoo. While sleeve tattoos are almost always considered too masculine, that is not the case. Many symbols can be added to a sleeve tattoo to make it more feminine. For example, look at this picture. Here, the anchor is surrounded by vibrant flowers that cover the wearer’s entire hand and wrist. The different shades of the flowers along with the worldly tones of the anchor complement each other beautifully. Such anchor tattoo designs are rare to come by and so if you want to go for a sleeve tattoo design then this is definitely for you!
Shark and anchor tattoo
Shark tattoos are known to depict a sense of calm and maturity. Since the meaning of anchor tattoos is associated with stability and grounding, these two elements work quite well together. As you can see from the image, the entire tattoo appears to be quite vibrant, with shades of black, red, blue, yellow, and green that work really well together. Such a tattoo could be inked on the back or even on the arm.
Feminine anchor back tattoo
Back tattoos are for the brave women who strive to be fearless. So if you want an anchor tattoo design to emulate your bold and free personality then look no further than this tattoo here. A beautiful golden anchor has been inked here, surrounded by mesmerizing shades of blue like the Atlantic. The intricacy with which the anchor has been inked here, along with the blue gradient that serves as the background, truly sets this tattoo apart.
If dumb anchor designs are more your thing, then this anchor is the way to go. The tattoo here looks like a sketch due to the way the ink was used. The flowers at the base of the anchor, along with the feathers at its top, are all symbols of good luck and positivity. So, this cute anchor tattoo that comes with a ton of positive meanings can be just what you need to boost your look.
Delicate anchor tattoo
Delicate anchor tattoo designs are hard to find as such tattoos are not easy to do. However, if you have decided to add a touch of grace to your body, then this alluring anchor tattoo is for you. Both the anchor and the flowers in this tattoo look very delicate due to the watercolor effect. The purple and pink hues of the flowers bring a different level of life to the whole design. Such a tattoo would look amazing on the arm or chest.
Now that you have looked at the different anchor tattoo images, you can easily choose the tattoo that you find perfect for you. Here are some more ideas related to anchor tattoo designs:
- Anchor tattoo with birds flying to represent freedom
- American flag anchor tattoo
- Anchor Tattoo that says Hope.
- Matching anchor tattoo with family members
- Feminine meaningful anchor tattoo
- Anchor female faith hope love tattoo
- Anchor tattoo with compass, ship or boat
- Female anchor tattoo with name
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