Halloween lovers carry the spirit of the spooky season in their hearts all year round, so why not show it on your skin too? Halloween tattoos—especially those inspired by your favorite seasonal movies and treats—are a fun way to show off the Halloween-loving part of your personality. Whether you are completely addicted to trick Or you are a lifetime The nightmare before christmas Fans, there’s something for everyone here.
If you’ve never gotten a tattoo, maybe this October is finally the time to get one. Many tattoo studios host special Halloween pop-up events where you can choose from a collection of pre-drawn designs at a special discount. This is a great way to get a small, quirky tattoo within your budget and see if you like the whole process, leading to a larger tattoo. Or maybe you’ve been dreaming of doing something bigger for years and just need some inspiration photos to send to your artist.
Well, look no further. There are literally countless Halloween tattoo ideas to browse on Instagram, but we’ve rounded up a few of our favorites. From braided ghosts to giant, vibrant haunted houses, these are the Halloween tattoos we’re considering showing off to our own tattoo artists.
01Halloween Town Tattoo Mayor
The mayor of Halloween Town is an underappreciated character – Jack, Sally and Uggie Boogie get all the attention, but the local politician’s mood swings are undeniably relatable. Tattoo artist Cory Craft’s work is both true to character and true to traditional American tattoo styles, and the color palette is just a *chef’s kiss*.
02Vampire Teeth Halloween Tattoo
We all have a collective memory of the advent of plastic vampire fangs and the way they cut into your gums, but you decided to wear them anyway. If trick-or-treating and school Halloween parties hold a special place in your heart, a vampire tooth tattoo — like this one from Dom Wagner — could be a super cute tribute. That little pumpkin out of focus is also pretty cool.
03“BoOoOoOok” tattoo
Yes, that’s the Sanderson Sisters’ spellbook, complete with the iconic moving eyeball buttons. Artist Marty Fletcher managed to fit so much texture and detail into this tattoo (those stitches!).
04Merlin amulet tattoo
Arguably the best Disney Channel Original Movie of all time, a fond memory that no mom alive today has ever seen. halloween town? The Merlin Amulet tattoo by artist Marisa Rae Mathews is a cool ode to the classic film.
05“Benny” Halloween skull tattoo
If you prefer traditional tattoos, artist Casey Sullivan’s take on Benny the Taxi Driver from “Skeleton” halloween town, Will definitely talk to you. It seems cool no matter who knows who Benny is, but when someone recognizes him, you’ll find a new friend.
06Aggie Cromwell tattoo of course
Okay, it’s a deep, deep cut. halloween town Lovers: Grandma Aggie’s crocodile leather wallet, from a later part of the series, halloween town high school. Tattoo artist Skylar Rose Wasserman completed this piece to perfection, including a shimmering magical background.
07The Weaving Ghost (*screams*)
Sorry, is there a cuter Halloween tattoo than this? I think not. British artist Jack Barrow has a signature bold style that stands out in a crowd. This design—an informative little ghost knitting himself something like a ghost face—is perfect for moms who love their hobbies and Halloween as much as they do.
08jack skull tattoo
Jack-o-lantern? Sign Me Up Tattoo artist Moisés Filho’s black and gray work looks so real you can reach out and touch it, making it perfect for Pumpkin King fans who don’t want to have Jack’s entire (very long) body tattooed on themselves .
09Copycat Core Halloween Tattoos
Um, sorry, who knew Halloween tattoos could be so cute? This little witch frog holding its bottled ghost was drawn and tattooed by Dani Harkey. If this is the Halloween tattoo vibe you’re going for, you’ve got to check out her Instagram and see her work.
10Spooky yet cute Halloween tattoos
If you hadn’t fantasized about walking through a desolate, dark mansion with a menorah in hand as a child, would you still enjoy Halloween? This piece by artist Millie Barton combines a candlestick, a spider web, and the cutest little flame ghost into a truly unique tattoo.
11Haunted Mansion Halloween Tattoo
Nothing is more iconic and Halloweeny than the silhouette of a haunted house, with bats flying out of the attic under a bright moon. Artist Austin Britt’s tattoos even include a graveyard in the front yard, with the entire piece framed perfectly inside a casket.
12Cauldron Halloween Tattoo
Are you a fan of all things witchy? This cauldron by tattoo artist Becci Murphy is simmering, laborious, unsettling, and clearly cooking something truly magical.
Did you find your dream Halloween tattoo on this list? At the very least, maybe these pieces evoke some memories of your favorite movie scenes or weird images you want to carry with you forever.
