With strong features and vivid colors, the old school tattoo is one of the most darlings among both women and men. The technique is characterized by the simplicity of its design, drawn only with a strong outline and solid colors – sometimes with very light shadings.
Below you will find a selection of over 90 old school tattoo designs. Get inspired!
1. The old school technique drawings are full of attitude
2. Many of them carry the religious theme in their traits
3. Tigers and panthers are also very common
4. Colors are vivid and vibrant
5. And the combinations are beautiful
6. There are also old school black and gray tattoo options
7. Here, the colors are only in some details
8. “Flourish”
9. Drawings of women are also very common in this technique
10. How about investing in an old school leg tattoo?
11. Even with simple strokes, the drawing becomes a work of art
12. The delicacy of flowers
13. Few colors, but a lot of beauty!
14. There are many shapes of flowers for you to draw on your skin
15. How about making the sun and moon on different legs?
16. Or, who knows, together in a single drawing
17. A full sky drawn on your leg
18. Red and yellow are enough for a tattoo full of life
19. Let spring bloom on your arm
20. Mermaids are also very good with the old school technique
21. The moon, 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 Princess Leia in old school is
25. Have you ever imagined you and your pet in an incredible drawing?
26. The old school tattoo on the forearm is one of the most requested in studios
27. The drawings get even more amazing with a mystical feel
28. If you prefer strong features, the old school technique is perfect
29. Here, only red and black did the trick
30. Look how much love this little fox is ❤
31. It was as beautiful as this delicate sewing machine
32. How about making an old school rose in the back?
33. There are also small old school tattoo designs
34. The black and gray designs are very charming
35. Much love for this delicate Frida Kahlo
36. What do you think of this one, a little more realistic?
37. An overflowing heart
38. Or pierced by swords
39. Sacred love
40. A beacon to guide your ways
41. Here, a tribute to the mother with the 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 hit by cupid?
44. Mermaids and skulls can yield incredible 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. Lots of old school tattoos on a closed arm
50. This is a very common drawing in the old school technique
51. The famous wolf in sheep’s clothing
52. Look how cute this kitty is
53. How about this full color option?
54. Lots of 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 leg tattoo?
58. Many women choose to get all of their tattoos in the same style
59. And the result is amazing
60. Mainly in the old school technique
61. Even in models without colors
62. Choose designs with meaning
63. And, if you want, pair up your tattoos
64. How about making a tribute with your grandmother’s portrait?
65. Or maybe register your faith
66. Your little friend also deserves a special space in 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!
73. Have you ever imagined tattooing your armpit?
74. How about this beautiful swallow?
75. Or that lovely sunflower?
76. The possibilities are endless!
77. “I am my own home”
78. The color red is present in most old school drawings
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 it enchants everyone with its 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 your ear?
88. Look how charming this flamingo is!
89. Choose your favorite design
90. The location of the tattoo
91. And surrender to the beauties of old school technique!
Did you see how many beautiful old school tattoo options? Remember to always hire a trusted professional to do the design, after all, it will be marked on your skin forever.
Enjoy and check out an amazing selection with pictures of bird tattoos to make your skin even more beautiful.