When you imagine France, what appears in your mind?  The Eiffel tower?  A French baguette? Conceivably something less apparent like a spring of lilac-purple or a portrait by Dégas? Whatever perceptions your mind implores when you think of France, they can readily be seized in a French-inspired tattoo- and why not? France has been the most commercial tourist target in the world for over 25 years.

So whether you’re a Francophile in search of deifying your love of France or simply like a glimpse of an Eiffel tower tattoo, here are 130 colossal French tattoos to incite your innovation. So scroll down the feed and decide for yourself!

 

• Hope French Tattoo Design

This tattoo intends to mean “hope” in French, which is both super passionate and super ambiguous.

• France Map French Tattoo Design

This design can easily enthrall someone who is in love with France. The wearer not necessarily is a cartographer for something like this. This is a very simple tattoo as it is just an outline for the country, however, it might mean deep adoration and connection with the place for someone. The forearm is a great place if you want to flaunt this look. Besides it, you can also get the same design inked on the nape of your neck or on your chest. You can probably add the tricolor of the flag to enhance the look.

• French Flag French Tattoo Design

As one of the most recognizable flags on the planet, no one will have to guess which country this blue, white and red striped flag pertains to. The abundance of designs that can be considered up to make your ink look unique and discrete is infinite.

• Swallow Tattoo French Tattoo Design

Although swallow tattoos were formerly made famous by British seafarers of the past, thanks to the legendary French fashion stylists like Coco Chanel who use the swallow in their designs and the fact that the swallow typifies travel, a symbol of a swallow is excellent for anyone who cherishes France as well as traveling. Be cautious when getting a swallow tattoo because it is oftentimes mixed with the sparrow.

• Classic Perfumes French Tattoo Design

Chanel No 5, Guerlain Shalimar, Lanvin, Yves Saint Laurent Parisienne- are just a few of the prestigious French Perfumes that have long been corresponding with luxury, prestige, and of course, beauty! A tattoo of your preferred French perfume or even a nonexclusive photo of a perfume bottle is a classy way to upgrade your tattoo style.

• Lavender Pattern French Tattoo Design

Provence France is associated with many things but the most recognizable might quite simply be the shade, the texture, and the fragrance of its world-renowned lavender fields.

• Lily Flowers French Tattoo Design

Lily of the Valley flowers, known as “Muguet” in France, has a very unique place in French history. You’ll discover it in everything from perfumes to brews. It has long been conventional to offer spring or corsage of Lily of the Valley to comrades and loved ones on the 1st of May to commemorate the appearance of spring and the good weather that goes with it.

• Fleur de Lis French Tattoo Design

Fleur de Lis commonly denotes “flower of the lily” and is a lily fashioned with three petals connected together near their roots. This classical French design was first used by French monarchs on their shields. English emperors later used the emblem on their coats of arms to highlight their claims to the throne of France.

• Le Coq French Tattoo Design

“Le Coq Gaulois” or the “Gallic rooster” is one of the greatest globally recognized and identifiable symbols of France. It has been employed intermittently since ancient times on French illustrations and coins and has become the trademark of French country design. French labels that consolidate the coq in their logo include sports brand giant “Le Coq Sportif” and “Pathé” cinemas in France.

• French Poodles French Tattoo Design

• French Bull Dog French Tattoo Design

Bouledogue, or, almost similarly and without the accent called, the “Bulldog” is one of the prides of France. The bulldog here, wearing a French hat and a trendy little scarf can only scream “France”.

• Artistic Designs French Tattoo Design

If you’re into art from popular French craftsmen like Claude Monet, Paul Cézanne, Marc Chagall, and innumerable others, there are literally thousands upon thousands of tattoo designs out there waiting to be explored. Just crack open an art book for motivation.

• Cartoon Designs French Tattoo Design

If you’re interested in comics and animations, you have quite a few to pick from. There’s Astérix et Obelix, Les Aventures de Tintin, Lucky Luke, and Les Daltons to mention a few. Although several of the standard French cartoons are from Belgium cartoonist, they are nonetheless remarkably popular in France and recognizable by all French people. Bet you didn’t recognize that the Smurfs was also a Belgium creation by the Belgian cartoonist Peyou. They’re called “Les Schtroumpfs” in French.

• Monumental Designs French Tattoo Design

France is loaded with remarkable buildings and beautiful compositions – all good artists should be able to draw any of these majestic masterpieces onto your body in any fashion and size of your selection. Home is where your tusche is. If your love for Paris goes exceeding any one thing or you just can’t get enough of Paris then a Paris skyline tattoo is a conspicuous way to announce it.

• Eiffel Tower French Tattoo Design

• Chef’s French Tattoo Design

Omit the conservative clean-cut image you have of French chefs. Yes, they subsist but these days there’s a new variety of tattoo wearing chefs. Tattoos have grown into a kind of status symbol, relatively a conventional attire in expert kitchenettes. Just take a look at the famous French chef Ludo Lefebre who is enveloped in significant tattoos- like little emblems of remembrance.

• Butcher Cut French Tattoo Design

A fashionable way to signify your secret chef is to flaunt something like an ancient-looking butcher’s cut tattoo. Convey your pick- beef, chicken, or pork.

• Mise-en-Place French Tattoo Design

If you’re a home cook with insane chopping abilities, a knife tattoo might be suitable for you. One current leitmotif is to tattoo the French culinary slogan “Mise en place”- which means “putting in place” or “everything in its place.”  In an adept and even a home kitchen, it’s the construction of courses and constituents before the inception of service.

• Food French Tattoo Design

France becomes an exemplary country when it comes to dozens of famous foods. Besides it, is acknowledged globally for its generation of the perfect wines, distinguished cheeses, and delectable breakfast pastries. If you’re a foodie then the potentialities are infinite when it comes to French cuisine-inspired ink.

• Wine Lovers French Tattoo Design

No description is needed here. The French devour more wine per capita than any other nation in the world. Consequentially so, the possible designs are limitless. Just take a peek in a wine magazine for inspiration. If you have a favorite pitcher of wine or champagne, why not get a tattoo of that?

• Macarons French Tattoo Design

The French macaron, not to be mixed with coconut macaroons is the joy of France. This sweet meringue-based pastry is generally filled with ganache, buttercream, or jam filling in almost every flavor you can possibly think of. The color of the macaron perpetually harmonizes with the filling- Brown ones are normally chocolate or coffee, red ones are strawberry, blue ones are blueberry, and so on. Get an ink in every flavor and in full color to determine your inclination for French confectionery.

• Snail French Tattoo Design

A pervasive stereotype is that the French eat snails called ‘escargot’ in French. Who doesn’t love escargot hovering over butter and garlic?

• Baguette French Tattoo Design

• Inventive French Tattoo Design

A lesser-known fact about the French is that they’re accountable for many significant discoveries and technological advancements, including (but not restricted to): The hot air balloon, the bicycle, and the submarine!

Two French brothers were the first to triumphantly venture the first manned hot-air balloon ascent in 1783. Although the French didn’t really invent the submarine, the French Navy did formulate the first non-human powered sub in 1863 termed as le Plongeur meaning, “the diver”.

• Traditional French Tattoo Design

This tattoo features quite a French pigeon puffing out smoke, along with the Eiffel tower, a bottle of great French wine, and some delectable baguette to go along with it.

• Quote French Tattoo Design

What is cooler than getting a french tattoo in your own handwriting? That’s exactly what Bishop Briggs did quoting  “Vaut-il mieux parler ou mourir?”. This quote is taken from the movie ‘Call Me By Your Name’ and it translates in English to “is it better to speak or die?”.

• Beautiful French Tattoo Design On Waist

I really like this French tattoo design that says famille d’abord. It means, the family is first. It is a pretty amazing French tattoo design if you want something to express your familial relations with. But isn’t it also pretty true that family often always comes first for people? I think this French tattoo design is pretty awesome.

• Amazing French Tattoo Design On Back

This is a pretty nice French tattoo design that says, “tout va bien se passer”. This quote means that everything shall pass or this too shall pass which is more common in English vocabulary. I think this French tattoo design is a very powerful message that can help motivate you if you are lacking the strength and confidence.

• Nice French Tattoo Design On Arm

This is a pretty cute and chic one letter French tattoo design which says ‘sauvee’. This word means ‘to be saved’. Thus if you have had a bad experienced which made you realized that you are the blessed one, this word would be a pretty apt representation for you. It is a nice design that you can get near your elbow too.

• Lovely French Tattoo Design On Finger

Joie de Vivre means the joy of life. It is a pretty amazing French tattoo design which is made on the finger of the person. Such designs on the finger are pretty prevalent nowadays.  This is a rather positive and sweet symbol that will remind you that there are pretty little things in life that brings your happiness and are important.

• Tiny French Tattoo Design On Arm

This French tattoo design says ‘Toi et Moi’ which means ‘you and me’. This is a pretty sweet French tattoo design that is simple and made on the arm of the wearer. It looks rather chich with such a stylish font. This design is pretty amazing done in black ink. It is best represented when made for your spouse or your best friend, probably.

• Amazing French Tattoo Design On Arm

Je ne sais pas is french for ‘I don’t know’. It seems downright straightforward and it is, I won’t deny that but adding such hipster designs and phrases is pretty much in trend these days. It does not need much from your side just a spot of black ink and voila! I think this simple design would look absolutely amazing!

• Lovable French Tattoo Design On Arm

This French tattoo design is made on the length of the arm of the wearer. It says, ‘Non, Je ne regretted rien’ which is the french for ‘I don’t regret anything’. It is a pretty awesome design that states the fact that one does not regret anything and it represents their self-confidence in each and everything that one does.

• Likable French Tattoo Design On Arm

French tattoo designs look pretty amazing when made on the shoulder. It could be some of the most popular quotes that you can found online and it will look amazing!

• Awesome French Tattoo Design Above Chest

This French tattoo design is made on the chest which looks pretty amazing. It says, ‘la vie est belle’ which means that life is great. It is also added by a trail of swallows right at the bottom of the phrases. Such birds are representative of freedom and happiness and this French tattoo design is definitely something which it is trying to convey.

• Small French Tattoo Design On Arm

You don’t have to write some three liners for your tattoo to look french. One word tattoo designs are pretty prevalent and this tattoo that says ‘oui’ is also amazing. It simply means ‘yes’. This French tattoo design can mean different things for different kinds of people and has personal connotations.

• French With Message Tattoo Design On Back

This French tattoo design is actually a beautiful quote by the famous french author, Jean-Pierre Jeunet, that says,

“Voilà, ma petite Amélie, vous n’avez pas des os en verre. Vous pouvez vous cogner à la vie. Si vous laissez passer cette chance, alors avec le temps, c’est votre cœur qui va devenir aussi sec et cassant que mon squelette. Alors, allez-y, nom d’un chien!” which means, “So, little Amelie, your bones aren’t made of glass. You can take life’s knocks. If you let this chance go by, eventually your heart will become as dry and brittle as my skeleton. So… Go and get him, for pete’s sake!”

•  Affectionate French Tattoo Design On Body

This pretty french tattoo design is made right above the ribs of the wearer. It says, ‘rever’ which means to dream. Many of us live a life that is too hard on us but this beautiful tattoo can be a reminder that there is a world beyond real life, a fantastical world, where we can dream of being whatever we want to. It is like an escape from life.

• Bright French Tattoo Design On Arm

This is a design with a single word that says ‘l’Espoir’. It means hope in English. If you do not want a single word or want something more convincing and particular, you can also choose to get ‘l’Espoir fait vivre’ written which means ‘hope brings life’. It is a great tattoo design to be made on the wrist or any part of the arm.

•  Musical French Tattoo Design On Arm

It is a pretty amazing french tattoo design that is added with some heartbeats. Heartbeats instantly make you think that this french tattoo design is related to love or probably life itself. It is followed by ‘l’amour fou’ which literally translates to ‘crazy love’. So if you all have sailed the boat of love, you know what I mean by this.

• Charming French Tattoo Design On Body

It is a great tattoo design of ‘je ne regretted rien’ which means ‘i regret nothing’. I think that making this design right near the ribs looks amazing. It is a pretty significant tattoo design for sure.

• Agreeable French  Tattoo Design On Shoulder

‘La vie en rose’ is probably one of the most famous french phrases that anyone has known only because the song by the same name was pretty famous when it came out. It is a very common french tattoo. It literally translates to ‘the life in pink”. It was sung was Edith Piaf and since it has been an internationally recognized song.

•  Intelligent French Tattoo Design On Arm

The quote here says ‘l’essential est invisible pour less yeux’ which means that what is essential or important is not really visible to the eyes. Thus anything important like feelings of love or hate, or any kind of sentiments, are not really visible to the eyes but it does not mean that they are not there. They are present just like the air which is not visible to the eyes.

• Marvelous French Tattoo Design On Thigh

This is a pretty romantic quote if you may take it to be however the meanings depends on the usage. The quote says ‘Toujours Dans mon Coeur’ which literally translates to ‘always in my heart’. I think that is a really sweet line. You can also get this inked right on your chest where your heart lies. It will be pretty fantastic.

• Fabulous French Tattoo Design On Arm

This french tattoo design is made with a sleek and beautiful font that says ‘jamais seule’. The most relevant translation in English means ‘forever alone’. I am not really sure what is the actual context this wearer wants it to mean aside from it looking and sounding pretty chic, but this design is pretty hip.

• Clever French Tattoo Design On Back

This is a pretty popular quote written by the author of the classic book, The Prince, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. It says, “Tu deviens responsable pour toujours de ce que tu as apprivoisé” which literally translates to “you always become responsible for what you have tamed.”  In the context of the book, the rose represents love; in a relationship, we are tamed by our s.o and our s.o is tamed by us. For that perfect love to last, it is necessary that we take care of one another, that we look after the rose – love brings responsibility.

• Nice French Tattoo Design On Body

This french tattoo design is made on the ribs of the wearer in a pretty bold and black ink font. It is a great design that says “il etait une fois” which means “once upon a time”. Most often we all are hiding and are comprised of events that have happened to us and have changed our life. I think this french tattoo design would be a perfect reminder for that.

• Lovable French Tattoo Design On Arm

This is a pretty cute french tattoo design made on the wearer’s arm and that which says ‘Elle est forte’. This means that she is strong. I think it is a great design if you support feminism and even if you don’t, this would look great to remind yourself that you are no less than anyone and you have the ability to do things on your own.

• Compassionate French Tattoo Design On Back

This french tattoo design is made across the backbone of the wearer and looks pretty amazing. It is made to go down the backbone and looks awesome. It says ‘mon amour, mes pensées et mes prieres a celle qui m’a donne la vie’ which literally translates to ‘my love, my thoughts and my prayers to the one who gave me life.’

• Amazing French Tattoo Design On Leg

This is a pretty sweet french tattoo design made on the leg of the wearer. It is a simple design with regular fonts and black ink. It says ‘jusqu’à bout’ which means ‘until the end’. This is a pretty personal french tattoo design that might actually mean different things for different people. It is a great one.

• Miniature French Tattoo Design On Arm

This is a pretty sloppy font that has been used here but which still looks really feminine. This design says, ‘joie de vivre’ which means the happiness of living. It is a great design that will serve as a reminder to be happy even when life is hard. Thus. it would be a perfect french tattoo design if you need that little dose of motivation every time.

• Generous French Tattoo Design On Back

This french tattoo design is a pretty common phrase that you use in English too. ‘L’amour triomphe tojours’ means that love always wins. It is a great design if you want something like this dedicated to your partner. I think it would make them feel really special.

• Cute French Tattoo Design On Arm

This french tattoo design is made on the wrist of the wearer. It says ‘suiviez voter Coeur’ which means follow your heart. It is a pretty chic design that is considered every hipster in western culture. Thus it would look even cooler when you get it written in French!

• Compassionate French Tattoo Design On Body

This french tattoo design is made on the ribs of the wearer and says, ‘du tout mon Coeur’ which means ‘from all my heart’ in English. Now this tattoo is pretty subjective and can mean various things for various people. Thus I would suggest that you add some elements in this design for it to mean something else.

•  Affectionate French Tattoo Design On Arm

This French Tattoo Design is made right on the arm of the wearer in a beautiful font that says ‘garder un bon Coeur’ which means that one must have a beautiful heart. It is a great design to remind and probably influence others to have a beautiful heart and be gentle and kind to others.

• Nice French Tattoo Design On Foot

This french tattoo design is made on the feet and is perfect if you are a writer or probably want to write in the future. It says ‘J’ecris’ which is french for ‘I write’. This design is pretty basic but it might have strong relevance for the wearer personally.

• Lovely French Tattoo Design On Shoulder

It is a great French Tattoo Design which is made on the shoulder of the wearer. It says ‘un jour a la fois’ which literally translates in English to One day at a time. It can be quiet a motivating French Tattoo Design for the wearer who is probably trying to come out of a bad habit or some bad history.

• Sweet French Tattoo Design On Arm

This French Tattoo Design is pretty simple and made on the arm of the wearer. It is done in black ink and looks really chic. It says, ‘je ne sais quoi’ which means I don’t know what! It is a pretty affirmative statement but looks, hippy!

• French Fries French Tattoo Design On Arm

We all know that french fries are not really french but many people like to get this tattooed on their skins when asking for a French Tattoo Design. It is a funny way to show that you have got yourself a tattoo that is very french. However, it looks really nice. You can also translate it to french which will then say ‘pommes frites’

• Stary French Tattoo Design On Abdomen

This French Tattoo Design might be pretty deep. It is made on the lower part of the back in black ink and surrounded by many small stars. This tattoo says, ‘Je veux ton amour et Je veux ton revenge’ which means and literally translate in English to ‘I want your love and I want your revenge’. It is a pretty poetic quote which I am guessing is taken from a book!

• Birdy French Tattoo Design On Arm

This French Tattoo Design is pretty cute with the words ‘Je Suis beau’, which means I am pretty in french. This is the masculine version of the word ‘beautiful/smart’, you can also write the feminine version which spells as ‘belle’. It is also added with a beautiful and colorful kingfisher bird that looks really pretty. This French Tattoo Design is pretty beautiful.

• Pretty French Tattoo Design On Back

This French Tattoo Design might seem pretty simple but it has some deep meaning which if you can relate to, you are free to get this French Tattoo Design. It says “la more n’arrete pas l’amour” which literally translates to “death doe snot stop love”, but it can also mean in English that “love doe snot die”. Thus it is a pretty great and significant French Tattoo Design.

• Diligent French Tattoo Design On Wrist

This is a simple “Je ne regretted rien” tattoo design made in the wrist if the wearer is simple ink. This French Tattoo Design means that I don’t regret anything which could be quite inspiring and a feel-good tattoo design especially when you feel you might have done something wrong.

•  Beautiful French Tattoo Design On Foot

This is a pretty cool French Tattoo Design made on the feet of the were. It is a hopeful tattoo design that gives hope and power to all the lost lovers who have probably lost their faith in love. It says, “Criore en l’amour” which means “believe in love”. Thus, this tattoo is pretty effective when you want yourself to feel better.

• Reliable French Tattoo Design On Arm

This French Tattoo Design is pretty awesome and made on the arms of the wearer. It says “on ne nait pas femme, on le devient” which literally translates in English to “one is not born a female but one becomes it.” This is a pretty French Tattoo Design for the strong women who knows how hard it is to be one!

• Nice French Tattoo Design Above Chest

This French Tattoo Design is placed on the chest right next to where the heart is. It is also very romantic and probably why it is placed on the chest. It says ‘Je t’aime pour Toujours” which translates in English as ” I love you forever”. Thus if you have someone you might want to dedicate this tattoo design, I think this French Tattoo Design would look pretty decent.

• Sensible French Tattoo Design On Neck

The French love their cheese and if you are a French person or someone who has recently gone to France you would know that the french won’t stumble while getting a cheese tattoo for themselves. If you too want to get a French Tattoo Design, you can easily get a piece of cheese tattooed on your skin which would look amazing.

• Awesome French Tattoo Design On Belly

If you feel like you need a bit of motivation to get through the day, this tattoo is pretty amazing for that. You can get this French Tattoo Design if you do not want someone else to tell you you are beautiful because “Je suis belle” means exactly that. Thus French Tattoo Design is pretty self-empowering.

• Pretty French Tattoo Design On Back

Many French people love to make art and they are also quite artistic. Thus, this French Tattoo Design that is made on the back of the wearer is a great representation of the same. It says, “l’art est la solution au chaos” which literally translates to ‘the art is the solution to all the chaos’. Thus this French Tattoo Design is for all the art lovers out there.

• French With Memory Tattoo Design On Arm

This is a pretty small and chic French Tattoo Design which represents the birth year!

• Lovely French Tattoo Design On Shoulder

This French Tattoo Design is pretty nice. It says “Aime Moi pour qui Je suis” which actually translates in English to “love me for who I am”. Thus this French Tattoo Design makes a strong statement and tells your partner that they must not try to change them and love them for who they are instead of molding them into someone else.

• Little French Tattoo Design On Elbow

“Bonheur” is a one letter French Tattoo Design that can be made on almost any part of the body. If it is something personal, you can make it on your ribs like this wearer has or you can simply place it on your wrist where it is visible to everyone. Thus tattoo means happiness, so now you decide which placement area suits you the best.

• Amazing French Tattoo Design On Back

I am not really sure about the relevance of this one but it says “c’est la ne” which is the translation of “this is life” in English. It is a great design which probably means that one must accept all the good and bad that life has to offer us. Thus, it is a pretty great French Tattoo Design made on the back of the wearer.

• Sympathetic French Tattoo Design On Shoulder

This French Tattoo Design is once again a tattoo that must make you feel good. It says ‘Bien dans sa peau’ which literally translates to ‘feel good in your skin’ and means to feel good in general. Thus this French Tattoo Design is pretty empowering and if you feel you need to hear this every single day, get this French Tattoo Design without a second thought!

• Sweet French Tattoo Design On Wrist

If you have a passion and love for someone no matter if it is your friend, family member, or your spouse, then this design which says ‘Toujours’ or forever in English would be perfect. It is a great French Tattoo Design with a heart made out of fingerprints. It is all made with black ink and looks amazing.

• Attractive French Tattoo Design On Body

This French Tattoo Design is made on the ribs of the wearer and looks pretty simple. It says, ‘Je me soveins’ which literally translates to ‘I remember’ in English. Now, this French Tattoo Design could mean different things for different people because everyone has a different life story to tell. Thus, this is a great idea.

• Attractive French Tattoo Design On Arm

This French Tattoo Design is made directly on the arms which is the most visible part of the wearer. The arm is a place that is pretty direct and the onlooker’s gaze will fall directly onto it. You better get something significant inked on your arm, therefore. This French Tattoo Design looks like a perfect design for this.

• Pretty French Tattoo Design On Arm

Do you remember this movie where the black woman convinces herself by telling her ‘I am strong I am beautiful.’ This French Tattoo Design is a french translation of the same. It says ‘Je Suis forte’ which is french for ‘i am strong’ and ‘Je Suis belle’ which is french for ‘i am beautiful.; It is a pretty self-sufficient tattoo design that can be made on the arm of the wearer.

• Unique French Tattoo Design On Leg

This French Tattoo Design is made on the leg of the wearer which is a pretty unique placement choice for a French Tattoo Design. This design is pretty simple if you have heard of the popular English phrase, ‘so far so good’. ‘Jusqu’ici tout va bien’ is the french translation for the same. Thus it is a pretty self-empowering tattoo that aims to bring happiness to the wearer.

• French With Heart Tattoo Design On Arm

French fries are not french, people! However, many people get the name ‘french fries’ tattooed on their skin as a joke. However, here, the wearer has tattooed the french translation of french fries, ‘pomme frites’ on their arm. It is a pretty cute design but I would have added d a little box of fries from Mcdonalds, peut etre?

• Appealing French Tattoo Design On Foot

I am not really sure what does this tattoo signify but this tattoo has a lot of personal significance. It says ‘Je m’ennuie de mon frere’ which is french for ‘I am bored with my brother’. Not questioning the intentions behind this design, it looks pretty cool made on the feet.

• Precious French Tattoo Design On Arm

This French Tattoo Design can be made on literally any body part that you like. This French Tattoo Design says, ‘m’aimer pour qui Je suis’ which literally translates to ‘Love me for who I am’ which is a pretty impactful tattoo design.

• Enchanting French Tattoo Design On Arm

I really love this design because it is a pretty simple one not just in looks, but what it means too. This French Tattoo Design says ‘aimer et etre aime’ which translates to ‘to love and be loved’ in English. It is such a sweet design and one can not help but feel awe for it. I really like how deep and sweet the sentiments are behind it. It seems like an innocent wish of the wearer.

• Striking French Tattoo Design On Wrist

This French Tattoo Design is pretty cute and looks rather chic even though it is really simple and made out of black ink. It says ‘Toujours’ which means always in English. I am guessing that it denotes too ‘forever love’ because the ‘Toujours’ is encompassed inside a heart. So it seems to have pretty romantic connotations.

• Alluring French Tattoo Design On Arm

This French Tattoo Design says ‘bisous’ which is said to be a cuter version for ‘bises’ which is french for the cheek kiss. It is a very familiar tradition in France where people who are close to each other greet and take leave with kisses on the cheeks! I think it is pretty cute and what is cuter is getting it inked on your skin!

• Irresistible French Tattoo Design On Body

This french word says ‘croire’ which means ‘to believe’ in English. I guess people all over the world no matter how far they are and how distinctive culture they have, they all need something to believe in. Thus, this French Tattoo Design is representative of the fact. This simple black ink design looks pretty amazing on the ribs.

• Heavenly French Tattoo Design On Ankle

This wearer has definitely given love a shot and has tattooed ‘l’amour toujours’ on her leg. It is a pretty cute design which she has probably made for her spouse and which translates to ‘forever love’ or ‘love always’ in English. I think this simple French Tattoo Design has a lot fo hidden sentiments behind it.

• Polished French Tattoo Design On Arm

This is a pretty nice French Tattoo Design which says, ‘ hier c’est le passe, remain c’est le mystere’ which literally means ‘yesterday is past and tomorrow is a mystery’. To be honest, right now I can only think of Justin Timberlake’s song, ‘Mirrors’ which has these lyrics that include the line “Yesterday’s a history, tomorrow’s a mystery.”

• Sweet French Tattoo Design On Wrist

It is a pretty intense and direct French Tattoo Design that shows the sentiments of someone pretty directly. I guess one needs a lot of courage to get this French Tattoo Design inked which says ‘Je pourais mourir pour toi’ which translated to ‘I could die for you’. This is a pretty personal French Tattoo Design which is a dedication to someone.

• Alluring French Tattoo Design On Body

This is a pretty positive design that the wearer has made on the skin. It speaks of self-love. This French Tattoo Design says ‘je m’aime’ which means ‘ I love myself’. It is pretty important to do this and if you can get a tattoo based not this to remind you of loving yourself, I don’t know what can be better!

•  Vivid French Tattoo Design On Foot

This French Tattoo Design is pretty simple and made on the feet which are a pretty unique way to make a French Tattoo Design. It says ‘ma vie est belle’ which means ‘life is good or ‘ my life is beautiful’ in English. Thus, if you have this kind of positivity radiating from your life, this French Tattoo Design would look pretty dope.

• Elegant French Tattoo Design On Arm

This ‘c’est la vie’ is a pretty elegant design that has been made on the arms of the wearer. This French Tattoo Design is made with an elegant font and looks really delicate with sleek stokes. It represents ‘this is life’ which can signify the fact that life is like this with all its ups and downs but the important thing is to accept it the way it is.

• Stylish French Tattoo Design On Shoulder

This wearer seems to be pretty influenced by politics because this tattoo speaks exactly of that. Nots specifically politics but of some the idea to exist. The tattoo on his shoulder says ‘Moi, je veux anarchie’ which translates to ‘ I want anarchy’. Thus this  French Tattoo Design becomes a representative of his ideas.

• Awesome French Tattoo Design On Wrist

This is a popular french quote which has been taken from the book ‘The Petit Prince’ by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. The quote is “Rien n’est parfait. soupira le Renard” which literally translates to “Nobody is perfect”, sighed the fox”. The book has several quotes that make it a classic and considered an artwork by the fans who have read it.

• Genuine French Tattoo Design On Shoulder

This French Tattoo Design on the shoulder is a cheer to being y young. It says ‘a Toujours Jeune’ which means ‘to being forever young’. It is a pretty great tattoo design you want to be reminded yourself when you are past your prime that you are still young at heart no matter what your age it. Small souvenirs like these help a lot to buck up the motivation.

• Fashionable French Tattoo Design On Chest

This pretty French Tattoo Design is made on the chest of the wearer. It is a romantic french phrase that means something important to the wearer and hence the placement idea is perfect. It says ‘n’oublie pas de t’aimer’ which means ‘don’t forget that I love you’. I think it is a pretty sweet dedication to someone or probably just to your own self.

• Dignified French Tattoo Design On Arm

This is a one-word French Tattoo Design made on the arm of the wearer. Such one-word tattoos look pretty awesome and chic. It is rather in fashion than those complicated and intricate designs with a lot of elements in it. This French Tattoo Design says ‘lueur’ which means ‘shine’ or ‘glimmer’ in English. You can also write ‘lueur d’espoir’ which means ‘ray of hope’ and I think it would look really significant and sweet.

• Brilliant French Tattoo Design On Arm

This French Tattoo Design is pretty positive. It says  ‘j’en ai assez’ with a semicolon. It means that ‘I have enough’ in English translation. The semicolon joins two pieces of sentences that are connected to each other. That’s the significance. It is pretty simple and made with black ink but it has a lot of importance attached to it.

• Graceful French Tattoo Design On Leg

Everyone needs someone to lean on and this French Tattoo Design is a description of exactly that. This French Tattoo Design says, ‘il est mon rocher’ which roughly translates to ‘he is my rock’ in English. I think if you are getting this French Tattoo Design for your husband, he is going to be so proud of himself just like you are!

• Delightful French Tattoo Design On Foot

I really love this amazing and positive French Tattoo Design which is made with black ink and a beautiful font along with fleur de lis which is a famous french symbol used by ancient emperors and has since been used. This French Tattoo Design says, ‘laissez less on temps rouler’ and trust me, you have heard the English translation many times and agreed to it too- “let the good times roll.”

• Gorgeous French Tattoo Design On Arm

‘Belle Ame’ is a beautiful French Tattoo Design made on the wrist of this wearer and done with a beautiful font. It is added with a diamond  or diamant (in french.) This beautiful French Tattoo Design translate to ‘a beautiful soul’ in English. It is made with a simple black font that is very attractive despite being simple.

• Sleek French Tattoo Design On Arm

This is a pretty sad French Tattoo Design which translates to forever alone. It might be taken as a joke to crack but it is really sad too.

• Smooth French Tattoo Design Near Shoulder

These ‘Elle est forte’ tattoos are pretty popular especially among girls who are self-empowered and self-sufficient. It is a great French Tattoo Design which can also be made by men as a dedication to the females in their lives.

• Proverbial French Tattoo Design On Back

The phrase ‘Elle est forte’ or ‘she is strong’ in English is actually the part of the bible which is now freely used in cinemas and the entertainment industry. It has been a pretty famous phrase which many women use for empowering themselves through such petite reminders like this French Tattoo Design.

• Wonderful French Tattoo Design On Arm

You can easily replace your ‘belle ame’ tattoo with ‘vieille ame’ tattoo design because it translated to ‘an old soul’ in English. So if you connect with any of the two phrases mention here, then this is your tattoo to go. It is a pretty simple French Tattoo Design that could give a little into your character.

• Nice French Tattoo Design On Arm

This ‘l’amour for’ or ‘love is crazy’ tattoo design is made on the wrist of the wearer. On the other wrists, this French Tattoo Design is accompanied by a bunch of birds flowing in the sky. These birds signify liberty and freedom. Craziness or love is also represented by some same attributes. Thus, this French Tattoo Design is pretty amazing and apt!

•  Fabulous French Tattoo Design On Arm

If you are in love with the french culture and you don’t know about their passion for the cheese, believe me, they will ink cheese onto themselves if they could. Cheese is such a huge part of the culture and this ‘la fromage’ French Tattoo Design is a pretty perfect representation of this ‘l’amour fou’ for sure.

•  Strong French Tattoo Design On Arm

This ‘Coeur’ or ‘heart’ tattoo is made on the bicep of the wearer. The placement area matters a lot here because the biceps are usually considered a symbol of strength and here, this French Tattoo Design represents the same. It means that eh wearer feels that his or her heart is pretty strong.

• Little French Tattoo Design On Ankle

This is an extremely small and minimalistic French Tattoo Design made on the foot of the wearer. It is a great French Tattoo Design with the simplest of the fonts that are present. It says, ‘vis ta vie’ which literally translates to ‘live your life’ in English. So, what else are you waiting for? Vis ta vie by getting this awesome French Tattoo Design.

• Awesome French Tattoo Design On Neck

This French Tattoo Design is made on the neck and it is pretty simple. It is a reminder that the bad times will end pretty soon or after every thunderstorm comes a rainbow. This French Tattoo Design says, ‘cela passera aussi’ which means literally that ‘it will pass’. Thus this is actually a tattoo of encouragement that will motivate whosoever looks at it to be stronger.

• Pretty French Tattoo Design On Foot

This is a pretty amazing French Tattoo Design made on the feet of the wearer. It is made to fit the length of the foot. It says, ‘laissez less on temps rouler’ which we have previously discussed is ‘to let the good times rolling’. It could be a great reminder of the times when you had fun and never let your life be dull and drab.

• Lovely French Tattoo Design On Neck

It is a simple reminder tattoo that will remind you ‘toujours’ that ‘Vous etes belle’ which is french for ‘you are beautiful’. Thus, if you are looking for a great French Tattoo Design that will also be a reminder to you and probably other people who might look at your French Tattoo Design to be happy because ‘ils sont belle’ (they are beautiful!)

• French With Bird Tattoo Design On Arm

This French Tattoo Design is pretty fun. It says ‘etre Toujours ivre’ which means ‘to be forever drunk’. I am not really sure that the wearer here wants to convey the literal meaning and by inking this he or she wants to be always drunk literally. However, it can mean that he or she is drunk in life which is a pretty positive way to put it.

• Incredible French Tattoo Design On Neck

This is a pretty cute French Tattoo Design which says, ‘mille tendress’ which is a french quote taken from the popular movie ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’. It is a tattoo which is also made by Ariana Grande, so if she is your favorite singer, I see no reason why you can’t get something as similar to her.

• Excellent French Tattoo Design On Finger

A little cheese tattoo on your finger would look pretty awesome. French are known for their love of cheese and if you want something really french for your french tattoo design, I don’t know why this cheese tattoo design wouldn’t be your best french tattoo option. I think it is really cute and represents that french culture appropriately!

15 Celebrities With French Tattoos

• Alexandra Shipp French Tattoo Design

Alexandra Shipp got herself inked with a famous French saying, “C’est la vie”. In English, it translates to “that’s life”.

• Reginae Carter French Tattoo Design

Reginae got a French word, ‘Foncede’, tattooed on the lower right side of her abdomen. The tattoo artist she decided on was Jon Boy. ‘Foconde’ is roughly interpreted as being high or stoned in English.

• Ashley Tisdale French Tattoo Design

In September 2011, Ashley Tisdale went with best friend Vanessa Hudgens to get inked by Bang Bang – who has also inked Rihanna and Katy Perry. They didn’t opt for matching tattoos, but rather, Ashley got “jamais seule” tattooed on her foot, which is a French expression indicating “never alone”, and Vanessa got the “Om” emblem on her hands. Ashley got the tattoo thoughtfully designed so that it is visible even when she is wearing heels.

• Miss Mulatto French Tattoo Design

Miss Mulatto has an ink with the word “béni” on her left ribs – which is the French term for “blessed”.

• Bishop Briggs French Tattoo Design

Bishop Briggs got ink of her writing with the French quote “Vaut-il mieux parler ou mourir?” – which is a dialogue from the movie, Call Me By Your Name and it indicates the translation – “is it better to speak or die?”.

• Cierra Ramirez French Tattoo Design

Cierra Ramirez performed at Wango Tango on June 2, 2018, with a never before seen ink on her arm. The new ink is of the French proverb “La Vie en Rose” which suggests “Life in Pink.” It is a parallel for understanding things hopefully, as through rose-colored glasses. The terms are inked in thin capital letters on the back of her upper right arm.

• Brittany Furlan French Tattoo Design

Brittany Furlan has ink on her right elbow that states “Detente” which indicates the leisure of stress in French.

• Janel Parrish French Tattoo Design

Janel Parrish has a text tattooed on her left bicep saying “Garder un bon coeur” which is French for“Keep a Good Heart”. The tattoo was etched by Los Angeles artist, Daniel Winter in May 2015.

• Chantel Jeffries French Tattoo Design

Chantel Jeffries’s collarbone tattoo says “Je t’aime” which is a French expression that means “I love you.” She got this ink as a commemoration for her grandma. She revealed on her Tumblr: “Well it says “I love you” in french.  I got it for my grandma, who was french, so she can look down from heaven and see that I love her!”

Chantel Jeffries’ other French Tattoo Design on her hip says “Noir,” the French word for “black.” It signifies more than just a color. “Noir: black, dark, dreary, mysterious, raven,” she penned in an Instagram post.

Though maybe accidentally, the tattoo also pays reverence two of her ethnicities: she is both Black and French (Creole) as well as Native American, Irish, and Italian. When she got this ink in May 2014 she understood what concept she wanted but hadn’t determined where to put it on her body. On May 4th she tweeted “Hint: my next tat is French & very descriptive of myself” then on the 9th she wrote, “Idk where to get my small one-word tattoo on me and @RomeoLacoste is on his way to do it!”

She settled with getting it on the side of her left hip in an excellent shaped typewriter font.

• Zoë Kravitz French Tattoo Design

Zoë Kravitz has ink on her right forearm which states “être toujours ivre.” This French proverb comes from the verse of Charles Baudelaire and it transmutes to “always be drunk.”

• Tila Tequila French Tattoo Design

Tila Tequila has a red heart tattoo that looks like it’s been sewed onto her arm. It says “C’est la Vie” which is French for “That’s Life.”

• Frances Bean Cobain French Tattoo Design

Frances Bean Cobain has an ink etched on her back that says “L’art est la Solution au Chaos,” which is French for “Art is the Solution to Chaos.”

• Avril Lavigne French Tattoo Design

Avril Lavigne’s largest ink however is the script on her left forearm which says “La vie en Rose / Vivre le moment présent”, which is French for “Life in Pink / Living at the moment.” She got this tattoo with her partner Chad Kroeger, though they weren’t yet dating at the time. Avril and Chad were working together recording songs for her self-titled album when she proposed getting some awesome French Tattoo Design. Avril told Chelsea recently“When I met him I was really surprised that he didn’t have any tattoos, so the second day in the studio I’m like, ‘I’m so getting you your first tattoo.’” The tattoos weren’t meant to be harmonizing— basically, Avril had just the first line “La vie en Rose” and Chad had “Vivre le moment présent,” but she later combined the second line in order to coordinate with his.

• Cassie French Tattoo Design

Cassie has a tattoo near her right ear that says “Amour,” the French word for “love.”

• Hanna Beth Merjos French Tattoo Design

Hanna Beth Merjos has two inks on her side ribs. In August 2009 she got the words “ma cherie, je t’aime” which is French for “my darling, I love you” and in October 2012 she combined it with a peace sign in the shape of a heart.

The more you probe into French culture, the more comprehensive is the likelihood of endangering even more wonderful tattoo ideas. If you’re still insufficiently equipped with the ideas after scanning through the article above, then another French tattoo motivation is never far away. You can find it easily with magazines, journals, and French-themed websites obtainable in the thousands just waiting to ignite your imagination. Remember though – tattoos are for life. Make sure you’re confident that you want something inked onto your body eternally and make certain that you take care of your new tattoo as best as possible to guarantee that it looks beautiful for as long as you live.

Here are some notable quotes which will look excellent when you get them inked.

• C’est cela l’amour, tout donner, tout sacrifier sans espoir de retour.

This is a quote from Albert Camus: “That’s love, to give away all, to sacrifice all, without the desire to get anything in return.” It’s a very passionate and noble predilection (and one with Christian connotations, too.)

• Créer, c’est vivre deux fois.

“To create is to live twice.” This inspirational quote is also written by Albert Camus.

• toujours debout

“Always standing,” or “Still standing”. This is a good note for someone who’s a derelict.

• vouloir, c’est pouvoir

“To want is to be able.” This recalls to the mind one of the quotes credited to Hannibal: “I will either find a way or make one.”

• La famille avant tout.

This is one of the simplest French quotes about family: “Family comes first.”

• Il ne faut pas attendre d’être parfait pour commencer quelque chose de bien.

A quote from the religious leader L’Abbé Pierre. “Don’t wait to be perfect to start something good.” Wise advice.

• l’amour l’emporte

One of the best French quotes about love: “Love wins.” Always!

• amour sans fin

“Endless love.”

• Savoir, penser, rêver. Tout est là.

“To know, to think, to dream. That is all.” By the wonderful writer Victor Hugo.

• n’oublie pas de vivre

“Don’t forget to live.”

• qui cherche trouve

This is a Christian one: “Seek and ye shall find.” Matthew 7:7.