With strong lines and bright colors, the old school tattoo is one of the most popular among both women and men. The technique is characterized by simplicity in its design, drawn only with a strong outline and solid colors – sometimes with very light shading.
Below you will find a selection of more than 90 tattoo designs for old school. Get inspired!
1. Old school technique designs are full of attitude
2. Many of them carry the religious theme in their traces
3. Tigers and panthers are also very common
4. The colors are bright and vibrant
5. And the combinations are beautiful
6. There are also old school tattoo options in black and gray
7. Here, the colors are only in some details
8. “Blossom”
9. Drawings of women are also very common in this technique
10. How about investing in an old school tattoo on your leg?
Alexis Hepburn
11. Even with simple strokes, the drawing becomes a work of art
12. The delicacy of flowers
13. Few colors, but lots of beauty!
14. There are many flower shapes for you to draw on your skin
15. How about doing the sun and the moon on different legs?
16. Or, who knows, together in one single drawing
17. A full sky drawn on her leg
18. Red and yellow are enough for a lively tattoo
19. Let spring bloom on your arm
20. Mermaids also go well with old school technique
21. The moon, the clouds and many flowers
22. How about paying homage to your parents with an old school drawing?
23. Talk to your tattoo artist and create a unique design together
24. Look how beautiful this old school Princess Leia is
25. Can you imagine you and your pet in an amazing drawing?
26. The old school tattoo on the forearm is one of the most requested in the studios
27. The drawings become even more amazing with a mystical touch
28. If you prefer strong strokes, the old school technique is perfect
29. Here, red and black alone have done the trick
30. Look at how cute this little fox is ❤
31. It looks as beautiful as this delicate sewing machine
32. How about doing an old school rose on your back?
Fernanda Sirena
33. There are also small old school tattoo models
34. The black and gray designs are very charming
35. Much love for this delicate Frida Kahlo
Fernanda Sirena
36. What do you think of this one, a little more realistic?
37. An overflowing heart
Sebastian Espinoza
38. Or pierced by swords
39. Sacred Love
Renzo Barquin
40. A beacon to guide your paths
41. Here, a tribute to Mom with a drawing of her favorite plant
42. A more elaborate option that looks more like a painting on canvas
43. What do you think of this heart being struck by cupid?
44. Mermaids and skulls can yield amazing results
45. Your skin deserves an old school design
46. Like this beautiful butterfly
47. Honoring loved ones is also a great option
48. “The Birth of Venus”
49. Many old school tattoos on a closed arm
50. This is a very common design in the old school technique
51. The famous wolf in sheep’s clothing
52. Look how cute this kitten is
53. How about this colorful option?
54. Many flowers to beautify your skin
55. The woman who fell in love with the moon
56. Few details, but a lot of attitude
57. How about getting your first tattoo on your leg?
58. Many women choose to get all their tattoos in the same style
59. And the result is amazing
60. Mostly in the old school technique
61. Even on models without colors
62. Choose meaningful drawings
63. And, if you want, pair them with your tattoos
64. How about making a tribute with your grandmother’s portrait?
65. Or, who knows, register your faith
66. Your little friend also deserves a special place on your skin
67. A rocket
68. A couple
69. A swimmer
70. There are many possibilities for an old school tattoo
71. Roses look beautiful in the hands
72. And in the arms too!
Fernanda Sirena
73. Have you ever imagined tattooing your armpit?
lauraannswift
74. How about this beautiful swallow?
75. Or that lovely sunflower?
76. The possibilities are endless!
Jheny Riot
77. “I am my own home”
78. The color red is present in most old school designs
79. What do you think of this option to do with your friends?
80. The old school tattoo is one of the most traditional
81. And she charms everyone with her simplicity
82. And beauty
83. Just let your creativity flow
84. To compose beautiful drawings
85. Be them in black and gray
86. Or full of color
87. How about getting your tattoo behind the ear?
88. Look how charming this flamingo is!
89. Choose your favorite drawing
90. The location of the tattoo
91. And surrender to the beauties of the old school technique!
See how many beautiful options for old school tattoos? Remember to always hire a trusted professional to do the design, after all, it will be marked on your skin forever.
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