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15 Moon Tattoo Ideas for a Celestial Piece That’ll Fit Each Phase of Your Life

Kirsten CollinsApril 28, 20253 Mins read30

15 Moon Tattoo Ideas for a Celestial Piece That'll Fit Each Phase of Your Life

A tattoo of a woman where her face is the moon and her head is the sun. Credit:

@inkedbyash

When it comes to getting permanent art tattooed on your body, there are many risky choices to be made. Boyfriends names? Risky. Favorite songs? Risky. But want an option that’s as sure as the stars? Look to the moon.

It’s a simple, celestial adornment that tattoo artist Rose Bluestone Perr, who kind of specializes in moon tattoos (“I give so many of them, and I love them,” she says), says can be personalized with ease.

“Adding some stars to a moon, a face, or a moon in a certain time of the month—I love a crescent moon, a sleeping moon, a full moon—is a way to make it more special,” says Perr. “I also love adding words to images to give the piece unique meaning for that person.”

Meet the expert

Rose Bluestone Perr is a handpoke tattoo artist and creator of Studio Bluestone.

Ready for your moon tattoo? InStyle has rounded up some of the cutest inspiration photos for your next stellar piece.

La Luna

@bluestonebabe

This mystical moon is perfectly whimsical, with an enchanting face that gives this tattoo a beautiful and creative character. The words “La Luna” (“The Moon” in French), give this piece a special tarot card quality that we love.

For the Love of Libra

@graffittoo

This moon tattoo features a gorgeous watercolor crescent moon over the Libra constellation. Incorporating your own astrological sign into your moon tattoo can make your piece more personal and serve as a permanent reminder of your place amongst the stars. Plus, the galactic colors in the moon make this piece stand out immediately.

Phases

@tattooartbyhailey

This tattoo shows the moon’s beauty during every stage, featuring each phase of the lunar cycle drawn with detail and precision. The pieces draw your eyes to the center, full moon, adorned with delicate dotted and straight lines.

The Whole World in Their Hands

@inkedbyash

For those who want not just a moon, but the whole sky—this beautiful ink piece utilizes fine-line drawings to create a delicate silhouette of someone holding both the moon and the sun. At the same time, the moon and sun appear to be the head of this individual as well, who cradles them as if they were their face.

A Moon for Your Thoughts

@bluestonebabe

This sweet design features a delicate hand holding up a crescent moon. There is something so delightful about a single hand, gently supporting the moon in the sky.

Dainty Skies

@julesdrytattoo

Despite the size of the actual moon, a moon tattoo can be as small and dainty as you want. For those looking for the most delicate of tiny tattoos, consider this tiny crescent moon. Flanked by planets and stars, a design like this can be as gentle or as loud as you want it to be.

A Rich Tapestry

@evakrbdk

Sometimes, the moon is the cherry on top of a stunning design. Take this beautiful nighttime vignette of a carousel mystically floating in the night sky. While the crescent moon isn’t the star of the show here, it’s a can’t-miss bow that ties the whole pieces together.

Two Divas

@bluestonebabe

This moon and sun together are EVERYTHING. Who are they?! Mysterious and chic, this darling duo is the perfect tattoo for anyone who likes to keep all their cards on the table—face down, of course.

Metallic Moon

@domini.dextera

There are so many amazing things to be said about this piece, but what stands out immediately is the gorgeous white outline that lends a metallic effect. The long jewelry chains hanging from beneath the crescent anchor the breathtaking piece.

Your Forever Fairy Friend

@sorcha.elspeth.tattoo

This beautiful moon tattoo is a friend you can keep with you, always. It features a delicate and gentle fairy, perfectly perched at the end of a crescent moon. The tiny details are everything with this tattoo, such as the little white dots of the fairy’s wings, which make her truly sparkle.

Goodnight, Moon

@bluestonebabe

Is there anything more peaceful or calming than full moon, gently resting its heavy eyelids? This serene character creates a beautiful and delicate tattoo that serves as a reminder to slow down and take a breather.

Moon Shades

@madkasantirto

This moon tattoo is simple but feels elegant and timeless. The crescent moon has a defined and crisp shape, but it’s created through clever shading for a soft finish.

Love You To The Moon And Back

@ecstacytat2s

A moon tattoo is also the perfect piece to get matched with someone else. Consider this cute moon and sun combo. Now, as for who is the moon and who is the sun in the friendship? That’s for you guys to decide.

Always By Your Side

@alessandromelas

Sometimes the tiniest ideas are the best ones. This small crescent moon right below the collarbone is a delicate and simple line drawing—the perfect dainty tattoo for a minimalist.

The Skelaton, a Mermaid and a Moon Walk into a Bar

@bluestonebabe

For the girly who always has Halloween on her mind, this Skeleton mermaid is everything. She’s holding up the moon and ready for anything that the day (or night) will bring.