The 10 most beautiful and different tarots to know

Tarot is an amazing tool for self-knowledge and divination. These cards have been around for over centuries, and there have been many versions of them since the origins of the tarot.

Thanks to the creativity and skill of tarot writers, artists and designers working together, we now have a huge variety of beautiful tarots with super different arts.

But it is not very difficult to get lost in the sea of ​​possibilities and choose a tarot. Whether to be your first or a special item in your collection, choosing among the most beautiful tarots is not an easy task!

To help you, I’ve separated a list of my favorite tarots. Whether for the art or the theme, these decks have won a special place in my heart.

I’m starting to read tarot now, can I get a different deck?

He can! It is very good to play with a beautiful tarot that we identify with. It may take a little more work to remember the meanings of the cards at first, but over time (and with the help of good tarot books) you will get used to it.

Another tip is to start with a traditional deck, such as Rider Waite and Marseille, and then, when you’re already familiar, go to the different tarots.

10 beautiful and different tarot decks to have in your collection

There are beautiful and wonderful decks for all levels. Some ask for a higher level of knowledge of the cards as they have fewer symbols, with more subtle visual clues to what the card means.

Therefore, the list is separated into two parts: for beginners and for fans. Nothing prevents you from learning to read with a deck of adepts, it’s just a suggestion from someone who, in the beginning, had a little difficulty using different tarots.

The most beautiful tarots for beginners

1. Tarot of White Cats: for those who love cats

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This is a great deck for anyone who wants to learn how to play tarot but with a beautiful deck. The Tarot of White Cats follows the structure and symbols of Rider Waite, but with fluffy white cats.

2. Mythological Tarot: for those who love Greek mythology

This was my first tarot deck, and the one I use the most for readings. It’s great for those who know Greek mythology! The book that comes with the deck explains the cards using famous myths of Greek gods and heroes. Like the Tarot of White Cats, it is very good for beginners.

Want something more Brazilian? It’s worth taking a look at the Orixás Tarot!

3. Kier Egyptian Tarot: for fans of Egyptian mythology

The Egyptian Tarot, as its name implies, is based on the mythology of Ancient Egypt and the book of Thoth. In addition, it has astrological symbols and the Hebrew alphabet of the Kabbalah that complement the meaning of the cards. If you like the theme and are familiar with astrology and Kabbalah, the Kier Egyptian Tarot is a great deck!

4. Everyday Tarot: for minimalists

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Colorful and information-filled letters aren’t your thing? Then Everyday Tarot is perfect for you. It follows the same structure as Rider Waite, with easy-to-identify symbols and figures. All this with a clean and minimalist line, using only 3 colors: dark purple, white and gold.

Another minimalist alternative is the Golden Thread Tarot, which in addition to the deck has a free application for Android and IOS.

5. Mucha Tarot: for Art Nouveau lovers

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If you love the Art Nouveau aesthetic and especially the painter Alphonse Mucha, you can’t miss the art of Mucha Tarot. It’s easy to play, beautiful and comes in a very sturdy box to store your deck.

The most beautiful and different tarots for fans

1. The Fountain Tarot: one card more beautiful than the other

Do you like contemporary art? Each card in this deck was handpainted with oil paint. This is one of the most beautiful tarots in my opinion: the deck follows a general water theme and the sides of the cards are silver. The art is very beautiful and pleasant, in addition to offering new interpretations of some arcana.

2. Prisma Visions: a tarot that tells a story

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Another beautiful tarot for those who love art! This deck is very reminiscent of Van Gogh’s paintings. And most interesting of all: if you place the cards of a suit in order, one next to the other, a story forms. A unique and different tarot that is a work of art in its own right!

3. Starchild Tarot: for modern witches

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This deck is extremely feminine and has a very unique style! Using many photomontages and abusing pastel colors like pink and purple, Starchild Tarot offers a new view of the universe through meditation with the cards.

4. Shadowscapes tarot: a watercolor deck

The art in Shadowscapes is very rich in detail, with lots of animals and plants, but it’s pleasing to the eye thanks to the watercolor painting. It has a half-Lord of the Rings, half-realm of dreams vibe that is absolutely beautiful!

5. Raven’s Prophecy Tarot: A Darling

This is one of my favorite decks. It was made by the author of the Crow Saga book series. The cards were all hand-drawn by the writer, and the description of the meanings of the cards in the book that comes with the deck is very personal. The deck strays from the traditional symbols of tarot: the suit of hearts, for example, is full of crows on its cards instead of the traditional cups.

What’s up? What is the most beautiful and different tarot in your opinion? Already have a favorite? Some of these, like the Kier and traditional Marseille tarot, are easy to find in Brazil.

As for the others, you can import (and wait for the post office to take a while) or buy them at large esoteric fairs. At Mystic Fair, the largest esoteric fair in the country, it is very easy to find different tarots from international publishers. Here’s the tip!

Didn’t find a deck the way you wanted? No problem! You can create one just the way you imagined it. Want to know how? Just take a look at this post I wrote about how to make a tarot deck.

This list of the most beautiful tarots was written by Vanessa Barros, artist, designer and tarot enthusiast.