Matching tattoos are not reserved for people who are in love or think they’ll be together forever only to break up the next day. They’re for the real MVPs in your lives – your parents, sisters and brothers from other mothers.
So for all you people out there who want to have ink bonds for the rest of your life, matching tattoos are for you.
And if you need inspiration, we got you covered. Here are 15 matching tattoos you can get.
1 If you and the squad want to solidify your #squad bond.
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2 Best friends means showing how much you love each other.
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3 Friendship lasts until infinity and beyond.
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4 If you want your tattoo to say you have a sister from the same mister.
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5 Having a best friend means having a star shine in your darkest days.
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6 If you’re close to your sibling, you want people to know you will always protect them.
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7 Matching tattoos are for friends that have really struck a chord with you.
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8 Having a best friend means that you go through the thorns together.
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9 If you both have the same zodiac, this tattoo idea is very simple.
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10 Matching tattoos are also for mothers and daughters to have a piece of each other.
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11 Matching tattoos are for the duo that have finally found their gold.
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12 If you and your mom love birds, this is pretty great, too.
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13 Maybe liking beer is more than a hobby, it’s a friendship bond.
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14 For the sisters who think their sister is the PB to their J.
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15 For the relationships that require a leap of faith.
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Matching tattoos are not only reserved for the non-famous folk, either.
Crew members on shows like “Pretty Little Liars” and “13 Reasons Why” have matching tattoos as well. Who needs rings when you can get something that will never fall off while you are washing dishes am I right?
Monica graduated from Humboldt State University with a B.A. in Journalism with an emphasis in Ethnic Studies. She has a passion for social justice issues and identifies as a Chicana feminist. She hopes to one day continue her education so she can master her craft as a writer. In her leisure time, you can find her binge-watching movie bloopers or concocting a dish that she thought at first would be simple to make, but sadly failed to execute. Regardless, she still manages to consume it.