As far as tattoo trends go, fine-line designs took Hollywood by storm a few years ago and never turned back. The minimalist style first gained traction nearly a decade ago, with and JonBoy etching itty-bitty tattoos on A-list stars like Hailey Bieber, , Yara Shahidi, and . Since then, fine-line tattoos have only grown in popularity.
Unlike the thicker and heavier-looking traditional tattoos that were popular in the mid-2000s, fine-line designs have become the go-to style for anyone looking to add a to their collection. Though still impactful and stunning, fine-line tattoos are typically much fainter by comparison to other tattoos due to their thin-line work. If you're considering getting a fine-line tattoo, keep reading to learn more about the ink style from two tattoo artists.
is a tattoo artist at in New York City. is a New York City-based tattoo artist. Fine line designs don't just look different from other tattoo styles — they're technically different, too.
"A fine-line tattoo is done with a single needle or a really thin grouping of needles to create a really fine outline, as opposed to the traditional bold outline seen on tattoos of past generations," , tattoo artist, tells PS. You can get a variety of designs using the fine-line style, but the most popular are , which were a big trend prediction in 2020. "[They're] the most known for their fine-line tattoo style as they typically include a ton of tiny details.
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