Traditional flower tattoos is quite a broad subject as there are infinite amounts of flowers that can be made into beautiful traditional tattoos. 

They are stunning as stand alone pieces, as sleeves, complimenting other tattoos such as traditional moths or butterflies and they are also an excellent option as a coverup tattoo. 

In this article, we focus on overall bold line traditional flower tattoos, and we will also focus on two of the most popular flower tattoos: the peony and the chrysanthemum. 

Symbolism of Traditional Flower Tattoos

There are hundreds of flowers used in traditional tattooing, roses, Lillies, peonies, chrysanthemums, lotuses, and they can all be used in different ways and for different purposes.

I myself have traditional flower tattoos around my eagle tattoo as well as stand alone pieces to complete both of my arm sleeves.

Roses represent love, lotus flowers represent rebirth and enlightenment, cheery blossoms can represent living in the present, as they do not flower for very long. 

However, traditional flower tattoos don’t always have to signify something in particular. They are an excellent choice to emphasise another tattoo, or as coverups and gap fillers. 

Symbolism of Traditional Peony Tattoos

There are 33 known species of peonies worldwide, native to Asia, Europe and Western North America, so their meaning and interpretation in traditional tattooing is quite broad. 

Peonies also represent different elements depending on which colour they are: red peonies represent passion and love, pink peonies represent good fortune and white peonies represent bashfulness, shyness. 

In black and grey tattooing, peonies represent good fortune, bravery, honour and wealth. 

They are very versatile and look beautiful as a stand alone pieces, an element to another tattoo and as large scale work such as a back piece, arm or leg sleeve. 

Symbolism of Traditional Chrysanthemum Tattoo

Traditional tattooing has engraved chrysanthemum as a staple of that style, however, the chrysanthemum is originally a Japanese and East Asian tattoo.

The Chrysanthemum is the national flower of Japan, representing the Japanese Imperial family. It is connected to nobility, perfection and longevity.

In Asian culture, it also represents autumn and resilience.

There are infinite options when it comes to traditional flower tattoos. They are an excellent choice for stand alone pieces, large scale work, additions to other tattoos and as coverups. 

You really can’t go wrong with a traditional flower tattoo!
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Traditional Tattoo Flower as a Coverup

Flowers are an excellent choice for coverup tattoos, as they can easily hide and help blend the existing tattoo underneath.

Their leaves, or centres, can be used to hide existing tattoos, and the shape of traditional flowers can be easily used on any part of the body, even a place that moves a lot, such as knees, elbows and shoulders. 

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