19 minimalist tattoos that will make you want to book an appointment now

Time to save up for some delicate new ink.

Minimalists tattoos have hit the mainstream. We've all seen the classic infinity signs or geometric shapes, but there's so much more out there.

Here are 21 minimalist tattoos for some fresh and wonderfully delicate ink inspiration.

1. Potted cactus

2. Outer space

3. Scorpion

4. Musical notes on a staff

5. Rose inspired by Beauty and the Beast

6. Doggo

7. Lightbulb

8. Wishbone

9. Thorny branches

10. Still life with fruit

11. Pine tree

12. Knife

13. Fierce cat

14. Princess Leia

15. Open book

16. Seashell

17. Palm trees

18. Girl power

19. Dandelions

Now time to pick a body part and get going.

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