Inked Mag Staff

July 2nd, 2014

Tattoos for Summer

It goes without saying that summer is most people’s favorite time of year. The weather is perfect for backyard barbecues and hanging out at the beach. If you’re lucky enough—or…

It goes without saying that summer is most people’s favorite time of year. The weather is perfect for backyard barbecues and hanging out at the beach. If you’re lucky enough—or young enough—you get to enjoy summer vacation. Some people want to enjoy summer all year long so they have chosen to get tattoos representing their favorite elements of the season. Hopefully they don’t forget to put a bunch of sunblock on!

Who wouldn’t like to be able to look at this beach scene every day?

We have PTSD from nearly breaking our teeth on the gumball eyes of these delicious popsicles.

Is there anything more refreshing than a nice umbrella drink at a tiki bar on the beach? (The answer is no.)

Flip flops are the official footwear of summer.

Even without the pinup we still like this BBQ tattoo.

Who wants to have a watermelon seed spitting contest?

Ivana Belakova captured the spirit of childhood with this tattoo of fireflies in a mason jar.

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Surf’s up!

This tropical cocktail was tattooed by El Sanchez. 

This beautiful pinup is ready for a day at the beach.

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Aloha, indeed.

This ambitious swimmer was tattooed by Theo Mindell. 

Is there anything better than a grilled hot dog and a beer on a hot summer day?

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