109 Hopelessly Romantic Couple Tattoos That Are Better Than A Ring

A list of romantic and unique matching couple tattoo ideas for you and bae.

Getting a matching tattoo with someone else is a huge commitment. Unlike mother-daughter tattoos or sister tattoos, you’ll never know if the relationship with your best friend or a Significant Other is going to last forever. 

But if the love is real and this particular person means a lot to you, why not celebrate the connection with matching couple tattoos? Carrying the same stories together is beyond romantic.

If you have already made up your mind, you are welcome to skip to the couple tattoo designs. But if you are still considering whether or not to get matching tattoos, here are 5 things to know before getting inked with your Significant Other:

• Couple tattoos don’t turn a bad relationship around.

If you are considering getting inked to save a relationship, you’ll most likely regret it.

• Choose tattoo designs that mean something to you already.

Even if you break up with a boyfriend or girlfriend, the tattoo will still be meaningful to you.

• Getting couple tattoos is a relationship ritual. So make sure both of you are willing to carry it for the rest of your lives.

• Name tattoos are believed to bring back luck to relationships. So if you can, avoid them.

• If you treat tattoos as a timeline of life, and the person you tattoo with is a big part of it, go for it.

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Starting small is a good idea for couples that haven’t tattooed before.

Small couple tattoos are just as gorgeous as the big, bold statement tattoos.

If you and bae want to keep a low profile, you’ll love these tiny matching couple tattoos.

Long distance relationships are hard. It helps when you have something to hold onto when your sweetheart is not by your side. This cute long distance couple tattoo will be a reminder that love is stronger than the distance.

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If you have to get name tattoos, this is the smart way of doing it.

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Nothing screams “relationship goal” better than a king and queen tattoo.

If you have found the one that makes you feel powerful and complete, why not show off the pride with these matching king and queen tattoos?

Using the crowns as a symbol makes the couple tattoo unique. It’s also smart to add a date to the design. It can be the date of your first date or your wedding. A small personal touch will make a huge difference.

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That’s the modern version of king and queen, right? It’s even better if you and bae are diehard Marvel fans.

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Matching tattoos are a symbol of the bond with your partner.

Do you have a story to tell about your relationship? Find the one that will still be significant 10 years from now. And there you’ll have the perfect couple tattoo design that you won’t regret.

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These matching couple tattoos capture the bittersweetness of long distance relationship. You may feel empty when you Significant Other is a thousand miles away. But just because you are separated from each other, it doesn’t mean that you are apart.

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The Chinese character “囍”, meaning joy and happiness, is often used as banner on Chinese traditional weddings. Thus these matching couple tattoos will be a good fit for the newlyweds or any married couple.

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“If you promise to stay, I promise to never leave.” Do you have a love quote that you can resonate with? It may be a good tattoo idea for your next ink.

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Not everyone is into Disney tattoos. But these abstract Beauty and the Beast tattoos are ink-worthy even for guys.

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Together, you’ll make a complete universe.

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“Till death tear us apart.”

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A healthy relationship makes us strong and empowers us to chase our dreams. If you have found the one, these matching tattoos is the one to honor your love.

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One may never know where he belongs before meeting the love of his life. But when he finally does, all the loneliness and suffering will pay off.

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It can be difficult to find cute tattoo designs that work on both men and women. So here are some adorable tattoos to give you some ideas.

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A common interest makes a great theme for your matching tattoos.

If you are both fans of the classic movie Pulp Fiction, consider these cute tattoos replicating the Mia and Vincent dance as your next ink.

Getting matching tattoos is sacred. And the last thing you’ll want is to have the same tattoos as other love birds.

So here are some creative and unique tattoo ideas for couples that have their own stories to tell.

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Relationships are like flowers, it takes time to nourish so it can blossom.

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Obsessed with Star Wars? Get Han Solo and Princess Leia​ inked is the best way to showcase the craze and unwavering love for each other.

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Consider Hamsa if you are looking for a tattoo with meaning. It symbolizes the energy flows in the body from the 5 chakras. In some cultures, however, it represents blessing and strength.

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If you are not into complex tattoo design or bold colors, there’s still a way to commemorate your relationship with ink.

Take a look at these minimalist tattoo ideas for couples and you may find the one for you.

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Number tattoos are great ideas for new couples. The number can the date of your first date night, first kiss or engagement. And none of you will forget about anniversaries anymore.

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These tattoos only make sense when they are connected with each other, representing a bond that should never be broken.

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It takes great courage to make a permanent mark on the skin. Same with devoting yourself in a relationship.

This matching couple tattoo indicates the strong mutual support you have for each other. And it’s also another way of saying “you make me complete”

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