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50 Traditional Rose Tattoo Designs For Men – Flower Ink Ideas

50 Traditional Rose Tattoo Designs For Men – Flower Ink Ideas

  • Next Luxury / Style, Tattoo Ideas
  • by — Brian Cornwell

Flower Tattoos Rose Tattoos Traditional Tattoos

The rose flower has long been a popular tattoo design for both men and women, ever since the 1930s. Most tend to believe the rose, a beautiful, bright flower, symbolizes beauty or is a representation of love.

Sailors often received the rose tattoo to honor their loved ones, including a girlfriend they had to leave behind while on a trip out to sea. For these brave individuals, the rose symbolized the peace they longed for but had to abandon for their livelihood.

Most who receive a traditional rose tattoo opt for a red color as it depicts love, passion, and war. But perhaps other colors may work for you. A pink rose, orange rose, or even a purple rose can make your tattoo stand out from the crowd.

The choice of color in traditional rose tattoo designs is purely aesthetic such as the person’s favorite color, while some have a deeper meaning that can symbolize happiness, pureness, or true love.

The yellow rose means happiness and safety from envious lovers. The white rose means pureness, youth, and a secret admirer. The red rose, which is the most popular, symbolizes true love. For a darker meaning, the black rose often symbolizes death and grief.

But what is the best rose tattoo design for you? Read on to discover some of the best traditional tattoos featuring roses you’ll see.

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1. Forearm Traditional Rose Tattoos

The forearm is always a great place for a tattoo. It gives you the versatility of being able to show it off whenever you want and hiding it away on formal occasions.

Traditional rose tattoos on the forearm can look very striking. A full rose with a thorn and petals looks great here, but you can also get more creative with your beautiful design. We think the combination of the traditional ship with a red rose can look incredible.

We can also see a stunning blue rose here, some awesome black roses, and even one with a skull. It showcases all the elements you can add to a traditional rose.

Black Panther Male Traditional Rose Forearm Tattoo Designs

 

Blue Rose With Dagger Traditional Mens Inner Forearm Tattoo Ideas

Cool Traditional Rose With Sailing Ship Male Forearm Tattoo Design Ideas

 

Mens Nautical Themed Traditional Rose And Ship Inner Forearm Tattoos

Rose Flower With Sailing Ship Male Traditional Forearm Tattoos

Small Traditional Red Rose Male Outer Forearm Tattoo Design Ideas

Two Red Roses Mens Traditional Forearm Tattoos

Woodcut Traditional Rose Flower Mens Forearm Tattoo

Black Shaded Two Rose Flowers Guys Traditional Outer Forearm Tattoo Design Ideas

Skull With Dagger And Red Rose Male Traditional Arm Tattoos

2. Arm Traditional Rose Tattoos

While the forearm is a great spot for tattoo placement, the bicep is equally good. For men who are quite hairy, this is often a clear spot that works as a great canvas for some ink.

We see many great designs here, including a few with red roses. It’s also a great spot for black rose tattoos, which can be a perfect memorial for those loved ones who have passed away.

Pocket Watch Black Rose Flower Male Traditional Tattoo Ideas On Upper Arm

 

Mens Female Portrait With Rose Traditional Arm Tattoo Design Ideas

 

Cool Traditional Rose With Stem Mens Upper Arm Tattoos

Guys Nautical Themed Rose Flower Traditional Lower Arm Tattoos

Guys Traditional Rose Memorial Arm Tattoos

Mens Boxer Rose Memorial Traditional Tattoo Arm Tattoos

Mom And Dad Traditional Rose Guys Upper Arm Tattoos

Red Rose Flowers Mens Traditional Arm Tattoo Inspiration

Sailing Ship With Red Rose Traditional Arm Tattoo Ideas For Guys

3. Sleeve Traditional Rose Tattoos

Perhaps the most eye-catching tattoo of them all is a full sleeve. This is rarely hidden, as can be the case with other tattoos, and with the large area, you can create a truly unique tattoo idea.

It’s a great place for being able to combine a beautiful rose tattoo design with other elements, such as animals or a personal symbol. They are a big time and cost investment, but if you wanted a sleeve tattoo, then you’ll be getting admiring glances for the rest of your life.

Blue Sabertooth Tiger Male Red Rose Flower Traditional Sleeve Tattoos

 

Lantern Traditional Rose Mens Half Sleeve Tattoo Designs

 

4. Wrist Traditional Rose Tattoos

If you want flower tattoos that are a little more subtle, then a tiny rose on a wrist is a great call. Whether you’re a man or a woman, this is a great place for a rose design. While small, it’s still enough of an area for a talented tattoo artist to create something magical.

Wrist Black Traditional Rose Flower Male Tattoos

5. Chest Traditional Rose Tattoos

In contrast to the wrist, the chest is a huge area for a rose tattoo idea. Due to the large area, it’s best to have a tattoo style that either incorporates many different elements in a bigger tattoo or has a smaller rose design in the top corner of your chest.

Handshake Horseshoe Mens Traditional Rose Chest Tattoos

 

Shaded Black And Grey Traditional Rose Male Full Chest Tattoos

Upper Chest Male Teal And Red Traditional Rose Flower Tattoos

6. Back Traditional Rose Tattoos

As with the chest, the back is too big to cover with just one rose tattoo design. Here you can show off more elements of the flower, such as the rose petals and thorns. We’ve looked at two great designs here that don’t have the rose as the main feature and have plenty of symbolism around them.

Full Back Female Portrait Male Traditional Rose Tattoo Designs

 

Elk With Rose Flowers Guys Traditional Back Tattoo Ideas

7. Leg Traditional Rose Tattoos

Calf tattoos look amazing. The legs are the perfect place to put some body art. You get plenty of different ideas from these designs, such as a rose in black ink to symbolize death, some animal designs, and traditional rose tattoo designs.

Skeleton Hands Holding Rose Flower Stem Mens Traditional Small Tattoo Ideas

 

Mens Traditional Rose Flower Sleeve Tattoo With Filler Design

Awesome Leg Calf Guys Traditional Rose Flower Tattoos

Snake With Rose Flower Male Traditional Leg Tattoo

8. Thigh Traditional Rose Tattoos

We mentioned animal designs, and here are a couple more amazing ones. They have a huge range of colors but still with that stunning red rose tattoo. They show just how masculine a red rose can be, as it can be more than just a symbol of love and devotion.

Jaguar With Dagger And Rose Flowers Mens Traditional Thigh Tattoo Designs

 

Guys Tiger With Rose Traditional Thigh Tattoos

9. Shoulder Traditional Rose Tattoos

The shoulder is a great place to show what’s in your heart, so get a tattoo design with plenty of meaning. Many people choose a rose design, as it’s able to symbolize something important to them. Two very contrasting designs are shown here with a powerful black rose tattoo and a red rose that is much more colorful.

Shoulder Black Rose Mens Traditional Tattoos

 

Red Rose With Green Leaves Male Traditional Shoulder Tattoo Designs

10. Hand Traditional Rose Tattoos

The round space of the hand is a perfect place for a rose tattoo idea. It suits that flower head perfectly, where you can place a small rose with its beautiful petals. You can opt for a wide range of colors for a tattoo that is certain to get plenty of compliments.

Unique Blue Rose Flower Traditional Hand Tattoos For Men

 

Classic Traditional Rose Flower Hand Tattoos For Men

Guys Shaded Traditional Rose Flower Hand Tattoos

Red And Yellow Traditional Rose Hand Tattoo On Man

Simple Traditional Rose Mens Hand Tattoos

Traditional Mens Tattoo Of Red Rose Flower On Hands

White Rose Guys Traditional Hand Tattoos

11. Elbow Traditional Rose Tattoos

An uncommon place to get a tattoo design on your body is the elbow. It’s underused as you can work with the curves to make something brilliant. This red rose tattoo perfectly covers the circumference of the elbow and looks incredible.

Elbow Guys Traditional Red Rose Flower Tattoos

12. Neck Traditional Rose Tattoos

If you want to be bolder with your rose flower tattoo, then the neck is the perfect place to put it. It works very well with a small rose, and the neck tattoo will be a great talking point, especially if it has a deeper meaning. The back tattoo here, just underneath the piercing, looks very powerful.

Red Neck Rose Traditional Male Tattoo Ideas

 

Behind The Ear Traditional Rose Mens Tattoos

13. Head Traditional Rose Tattoos

If you’re going bald, then why not embrace it with a unique head tattoo? The black rose here is fantastically drawn, which adds up to a powerful image. With the large canvas, you can also see great detailing in the thorns, leaves, and petals.

Mens Head Traditional Rose Tattoos

14. Dotwork Traditional Rose Tattoos

Dotwork tattoos have boomed in popularity in recent years, and it’s easy to see why. They are unique compared to most other tattoos and have a different creative heart. If you like your tattoos to stand out, then a rose design done in the dotwork tattoo style is a great idea.

Dotwork Grey Ink Hand Guys Traditional Tattoo Design Of Rose Flower

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FAQ

What does a rose tattoo mean?

The rose tattoo’s meaning is fairly straightforward. The symbolism is all about beauty, passion, and love. Many like to show this in different ways, as it may be a tribute to someone who has passed away or the love of your life. Alternatively, roses have also made an appearance in music and sports, and that may have personal significance.

What does a rose tattoo mean to a guy?

It can mean whatever you want it to. If you just love the rose flower, then there’s no problem with that. There doesn’t need to be any symbolism; it can just be you think it looks great. People get tattoos for a wide variety of reasons, but mostly, the rose refers to love and devotion.

Are rose tattoos feminine?

No. Of course, we’re used to that romantic notion of a man giving a woman a rose, but there is nothing overtly feminine about floral tattoos. Whether it’s a butterfly, a rose, or a skull, tattoos work best when you don’t care what others think. You can work with your tattoo artist to create something that matches your personality.

What do rose thorns symbolize?

While the rose itself is one of the quintessential symbols of love, other parts of the rose can mean different things. As in real life, the thorns most reflect protection, so it’s good to include them if your rose represents something or someone you want to defend.

What does a black rose tattoo mean?

While we’ve talked about love and devotion, the black rose often has a different meaning. For many, this is the color of death. You can add in some beautiful black shades if you want your ink to be a tribute to a loved one.

Brian Cornwell

Writer

Brian Cornwell founded Next Luxury in 2007 as a magazine for modern gentlemen.

Brian Cornwell founded Next Luxury in 2007 as a magazine for modern gentlemen.

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