Tattoos are a form of expression. Whether it is to show your love for something, express something symbolic, or simply to have a special and unique art on your skin.
There is no lack of different designs and styles for you who want a tattoo. tattoo for women new or want to start entering this universe of doodles. The triangle is a symbol with multiple meanings and can be represented in different styles, from the most minimalist to the most ornate.
Discover the meanings that the triangle can have and check out 53 amazing inspirations to decide for your ideal design!
Types of triangle tattoo for your style
Triangle facing up
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One of the main meanings of the upward-facing triangle is the relationship to the masculine and fertility. It is also connected to the solar, the active. Similar to the pyramid, it also relates to the idea of stability and balance. It can even be related to fluidity, if it follows the idea of the Greek Delta. In alchemy, it represents fire.
Triangle facing down
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Already with the tip down, the triangle represents the sacred feminine, femininity, fertility, passivity and the lunar. It is also related to water and earth.
Celtic triangle
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Also known as Triskele, Triskelium or Triqueta, the Celtic triangle is connected to triple energies. For example, the idea of father, mother and child, or life, death and rebirth. It is related to energy flows, to the eternal continuum.
“The all-seeing eye”
The triangle with an eye inside, also known as the “eye of providence” is a religious symbol and represents the eye of god watching humanity. It is usually represented as an eye within a triangle, surrounded by rays of light.
That’s a lot of amazing meanings, isn’t it? But you can opt for this tattoo just because it’s beautiful and that’s fine!
53 triangle tattoos to inspire you
Do you like the idea of the triangle tattoo? Then check out 53 wonderful inspirations to help you decide which one is the one of your dreams!
1. triangle tattoo can be simple
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2. or very detailed
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3. can symbolize a love
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4. or represent the duality of your personality
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5. They can help in cutting out a drawing
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6. And they go great with written tattoos
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7. It can symbolize family unity
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8. Or also an eternal friendship
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9. Look how beautiful this galactic triangle is!
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10. And this inspiration can be used for cover works
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11. Looks great in dotted style
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12. Really beautiful in this style!
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13. Speaking of style, they can also be made flat, without outline
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14. And they also look beautiful like this
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15. they can be a way to represent a place you love
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16. They are beautiful when decorated with flowers
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17. And they can participate in the triangle tattoo in several ways
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18. With roses it is charming
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19. But also with more ornate flowers
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20. The triangle can compose a geometric work
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21. And a beautiful geometric work can be complemented with realistic art
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22. She can mean the coming together of very special things in your life
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23. It is an option to make an allusion to your favorite saga
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24. The effect of repetition is sensational, isn’t it?
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25. You can use the geometry of the triangle to represent a landscape in a more interesting way
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26. And even a starry night looks beautiful on a triangle tattoo
27. Watercolor style looks wonderful on these tattoos
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28. They can be more colorful
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29. And watercolor also looks great on more complex triangle art
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30. Celtic triangles are also a great option
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31. How about setting up a beautiful geometric unicorn with triangle tattoos?
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32. For those passionate about symbolism, there are options, too!
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33. And you can combine symbolism with old school style
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34. But the strongest are the geometric ones!
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35. Geometrics with repetitions are really charming, aren’t they?
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36. And it’s worth mixing styles, like pointillism
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37. The triangle can symbolize links
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38. Being related to alchemy
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39. Or have a unique and special meaning for you
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40. A hollow effect can help to compose more triangles in the tattoo
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41. You can bet on a very detailed tattoo
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42. Triangle tattoos can make beautiful art
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43. Can be small
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44. well crafted
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45. With fine line
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46. with thicker edge
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47. Ornamented
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48. Slabs
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49. very tiny
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50. With delicate artwork inside
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51. composing geometric art
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52. colorful
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53. In other words, perfect for you!
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Wonderful, isn’t it? Now just gather your favorite inspirations and make your tattoo! Did you like these inspirations? Check out other ideas from minimalist tattoo!