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Marriages and tattoos have something in common: They’re both intended to last forever. If you’re looking for a creative way to show your lifelong dedication to someone, consider skipping out on the 14-karat gold in favor of good old-fashioned ink. Keep scrolling for 16 small wedding ring tattoos that may just serve as inspo for your own.
1. Yin and Yang: The yin-yang symbol is made up of two complementary parts that join together to create a greater whole, kind of like you and your partner. (via @bear_in_a_paint_shop)
2. Ring Finger Promise: Opt for a surprise pop on the side of your ring fingers with understated hand-poke dots. (via @ellemhandpoke)
3. Floral Bands: Flowers may not be forever, but a garland tattoo on your ring finger sure is. (via @rosiemaytat)
4. Cross-Stitch Cuties: What better way to celebrate your lives weaving together than with a double-stitched ring tat? (via @katblackstone)
5. Fern Fingers: If you and your partner enjoy spending time in nature, why not bring a piece of the outdoors with you every step of the way? (via @gloribeaufortphotography)
6. Zodiac Designs: Take a cue from this clever couple and combine your zodiac signs into a unique symbol of marriage. This one is a creative combination of Sagittarius and Capricorn, but the pattern possibilities are endless. (via @won.b.y.one)
7. Clean Lines: Never underestimate the power of a simple tattoo offset by fun gold rings and a neutral nail. This couple chose two bands each because the more the merrier. (via @sarahginestonphotographie)
8. Corresponding Ink: Illustrate your commitment and individuality with tattoos that relate to each other without matching. Thin lines, delicate details, and, of course, the universal heart-shaped symbol of love are always a good place to start. (via @fearlessingrace)
9. Vertical Lines: It’s totally cool if one of you wants a tattoo and the other wants a ring. Think beyond the band and try a vertical line which symbolizes the joyful road ahead. (via @buttersphotography)
10. Minimalist Ink: Add a heart-shaped twist to the classic loop with a minimalist design that’s as unbreakable as your bond. The key is to make sure the line is just thick enough that it won’t fade quickly. (via @bymosler)
11. Zigzag: Rings can be lost, but tattoos are forever. Take it from this bride who lost her wedding ring and decided to replace it with a swooping line tattoo for her 10th anniversary. (via @kathrynassaff)
12. Colorful Waves: Add a pop of color to your ring finger with a bright and linear wave. The design is tranquil, but it also symbolizes an unstoppable, ever-present current of love and support. (via @krikoidkartilage)
13. Ring Jackets: You can have your cake and eat it too — err — have your ring and your tattoo. Create a unique and lasting ring jacket which stands out against simple, shiny gold bands. (via @simplejoiephoto and @poppyeventsco)
14. Delightful Dates: You will always remember the most special day between the two of you if it’s etched in permanent ink. Plus then there’s never an excuse to forget an anniversary. (via @mommy24abbeys)
15. Blooming Lotus: While lotus flowers are a sacred symbol of divine beauty, there are hundreds of florals you and your honey can choose from. (via @the.peoples.ink)
16. Black and White: Couples rings don’t necessarily have to go on your ring finger. Try a thin band on an unconventional finger for a look that is simple and sweet yet wholly unique. (via @ann_gilberg)
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