Micro & Fine Line tattoos: Why are they so popular?

Scroll through social media and Pinterest for tattoos, and you’re bound to come across life-like realism, stunning large pieces, and meticulously made geometric pieces. One type of tattoos that you will see plenty of is micro and fine line tattoos.

You might be wondering why these small detailed tattoos are becoming more and more popular as time goes on. How have they gotten such a huge following in such a short amount of time? We’ll give you on why they have become one of the most popular styles today.

What Are Micro and Fine Line Tattoos?

While micro and fine line tattoos may seem like the are both part of the same style, they are actually two different styles of tattoos. It’s understandable if you’d confuse a micro tattoo as a fine line tattoo or the other way around. Although we’ll explain the differences now.

Micro tattoos can be categorized as small sized tattoos packed with detail. These can come in the form of small flowers, small portraits of animals and people, and other minimalist and realism inspired designs.

Fine line tattoos focus on the clean, precise lines that make up their designs. These designs can be made using a single needle to keep consistently thin lines. These designs make use of ornaments, patterns and detailed shapes.

While they have their differences, both of these styles tend to be smaller in style and subtle in their nature. They aren’t meant to blow away at a first look, rather be appreciated on closer look.

Why Are They So Popular?

For the answer to the question in the title, there’s various reasons why micro and fine line tattoos have gotten so popular, especially among younger tattoo collectors:

1. Approachable designs
   The smaller sizes and less aggressive nature of the tattoos makes them more appealing for first time tattoo collectors. Making them easy to choose and get tattooed without long sittings and multiple sessions.

2. Current Minimalist Trends
   With minimalism being a popular design choice worldwide, it’d make sense that minimalist tattoos would come in style as well. Tattoo trends often tend to follow fashion and design trends of the era.

3. Photogenic Look and Style
   The appearance and style of these tattoos are amplified through photos. Close-up photographs of objects are always appealing. Apply that to micro and fine line tattoos, and the details and simplicity of the tattoos become much clearer.

4. Neutral Aesthetic
   Because of their subtle and minimalist aesthetic, micro and fine line tattoos can blend in better with various styles of tattoos and clothing. This makes them an appealing choice for the long term when styles can change.

Consideration for Micro and Fine Line Tattoos

If you’re planning to get a micro or fine line tattoos, there’s few things you have to consider:

• A specialist artist
  Micro and fine line tattoos aren’t easy to make, and require an artist that is familiar with the styles and techniques. Be sure to look at the portfolio of an artist, especially for healed pieces they have created.

• Placement Matters
  Areas like fingers or wrists are popular but also prone to faster fading due to constant use and exposure.

• Fading and Touch-Ups
  Considering the aesthetic of these tattoos, they are more prone to fading and or ink loss because of their lighter designs, which use lighter amounts of ink. Touch ups might be needed after healing.

• Proper aftercare is a must
  Aftercare is important for every tattoo, this is already clear enough. Micro and fine line tattoos will require even more care because of their delicate lines and details.

Ideas for Designs

Here are some ideas for designs for micro and fine line tattoos for you:

• Plants and Flowers: Plants, leaves and flowers of various shapes and sizes.

• Celestial Symbols: Tiny moons, stars, or constellations.

• Impactful words: Short quotes, names, or a single word in a suitable script.

• Abstract Art: Minimalist shapes or line-drawn faces that lean to abstract looks.

• Animals: Small birds, butterflies, or even miniature pet portraits.

Conclusion

Micro and fine line tattoos are a great choice for anyone who wants their tattoos to be part of them without shouting it out. Whether you’re getting your first, or another to add to your collection, micro and fine line designs are a great choice.

Here at Golden Hours, our micro and fine line experienced artists are happy to help you with a new piece. Send us a message on our contact page or message us through the contact information below to schedule a consultation and booking. We’d love to have you in!