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Aug 12, 2023

Couples tattoos SURGE in popularity

WOULD you ever get a couples tattoo? Apparently, these matching tatts are

WOULD you ever get a couples tattoo? Apparently, these matching tatts are trending at the moment.

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Couples tattoos have surged in popularity in recent months.

Chrissy Teigen and John Legend, Justin Bieber and Hayley Baldwin and Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner are among the celebrities to get matching inkings.

And it's not just famous duos that are declaring their love with permanent body art.

According to Tattoodo, couples tatts are on the rise.

Ami James, Miami Ink star and co-founder of Tattoodo, revealed couple tatts have risen in popularity recently.

Many see the inkings as a sign of commitment, while some enjoy the shared experience of braving the tattooist's needle.

Ami told Daily Star Online: "It's definitely not for everyone, but getting tattooed together can actually be a great experience for a couple.

"There are all sorts of fun ideas and stories that can come from it and there aren't many things that state ‘I’m in this for the long-haul’ more than getting a couple tattoo does.

"If you and your partner love tattoos, what's a more fun date than going to the tattoo shop together?"

The celebrity tattoo artist revealed that many get their partners’ names etched into their skin.

Matching motifs, including king and queen crowns, are also popular choices.

Ami said: "Names of their loved ones is a classic.

"But actually, when we asked our 20M+ social followers for their couple tattoo stories, the most popular designs were actually king and queen crowns.

"Another cool one is when a couple shares a design or text that only is complete when the tattoos are side by side, but that's a tough 'half-tattoo' to have if the relationship doesn't work…"

As some relationships fizzle, it can be awkward having a tribute to an ex on your body.

Thankfully, there are ways to erase the designs.

While some opt for laser removal, others plump for a cover-up tatt instead.

Ami added that he jokes with punters that he’ll cut them a good deal if they get dumped.

He revealed: "Whenever I do a couple tattoo, partner's name, or anything like that, I usually tell them that if they need it, they can come back for a cover-up with me and I'll give them a good deal."