# 42 Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings for Women - Link: https://stayathomemum.com.au/lifestyle/fashion/42-dainty-ear-tattoos-and-piercings-for-women/ - Published: 2022-03-10T13:00:00+11:00 - Author: Clare Whitfield _42 Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings for Women_ I do love a good tattoo (or three), and although I’m not personally into piercings, they are a great way to express yourself without the ‘permanence’ of ink. These days, most of us mums have one or the other – or both! Nothing against the clean-skin non-pierced mums and all. If you aren’t ready to go the whole hog, maybe a tiny one is a good way to start. These cute little** ear tattoos and piercings** are cute as a button – and easy to hide! ## **Let’s Start Simple…** Behind the ear, tattoos are just adorable. And you can get all girly with them too. I adore this little dandelion-like tattoo behind the ear. No one need ever know it is there. [[ 42 dainty ear tattoos and piercings for women via [www Sortra Com](http://www. Sortra. Com/43-attractive-lotus-flower-tattoo-designs/) ### **And this cute triangle hidden mysteriously behind the ear…** [⌊Delicious christmas main dish with meat and vegetables topped with mashed potato Perfect for festiv⌉⌊Delicious christmas main dish with meat and vegetables topped with mashed potato Perfect for festiv⌉ ](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/c269149798db1a79b601b0b021562a34.jpg?quality=89&ssl=1) 42 Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings for Women image via [ itsalisa.com](https://itsalisa.com/2014/11/02/claw-nails-and-simple-triangle-tattoo/#comments) ### **You can pour your heart out on this one.** [⌊Ear tattoo with a small cross design behind the ear⌉⌊Ear tattoo with a small cross design behind the ear⌉ ](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/google.com_.......jpg?quality=89&ssl=1) 42 Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings for Women image [via mitchj.info](http://mitchj.info/new/cross-tattoos-for-girls-behind-ear.html) ### **If you’re a dog lover, try this one…** [⌊Behind the ear tattoo 29 650x650⌉⌊Behind the ear tattoo 29 650x650⌉[ 42 Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings for Women image [via inkme.tattoo](https://www.inkme.tattoo/ear-tattoos/) ### **…Or this one, if you’re a fox lover.** [⌊Family enjoying quality time together at home⌉⌊Family enjoying quality time together at home⌉ ](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/c3640b6f0689720ae06928c7d4ad9947.jpg?quality=89&ssl=1) 42 Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings for Women image [via boredpanda.com](https://www.boredpanda.com/ear-tattoo-29/?utm_source=pinterest&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=organic) ## **Floral and Pretty:** ### **Get all dainty with this five-leaf flower.** [⌊Delicious homemade meat pie perfect for christmas mains and family gatherings⌉⌊Delicious homemade meat pie perfect for christmas mains and family gatherings⌉ ](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/sortra.com_......-e1479861921362.jpg?quality=89&ssl=1) 42 Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings for Women image [via bing.com](https://www.bing.com/discover/tattoo-behind-ear) ### **Be amazed with this purple dandelion tattoo.** [⌊30 dainty ear tattoos and piercings | stay at home mum⌉⌊30 dainty ear tattoos and piercings | stay at home mum⌉[ 42 Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings for Women image [via tattooblend.com](https://tattooblend.com/40-amazing-behind-ear-tattoos-women/) ### **Get seductive with this falling flower tattoo.** [⌊Delicious homemade meat pie perfect for christmas mains and family gatherings⌉⌊Delicious homemade meat pie perfect for christmas mains and family gatherings⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/38702878027446712/) 42 Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings for Women image [via tattooeasily.com](http://www.tattooeasily.com/behind-the-ear-tattoos/) ### **This outline of a gumamela flower is so neat.** [⌊Festive roasted lamb with vegetables perfect for christmas dinner Easy holiday main dish idea for⌉⌊Festive roasted lamb with vegetables perfect for christmas dinner Easy holiday main dish idea for⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/557390891364543487/) 42 Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings for Women image [via tattooblend.com](https://tattooblend.com/40-amazing-behind-ear-tattoos-women/behind-ear-tattoo-design-7/) ### **Be in love with this watercolour rose tattoo.** [⌊Ear tattoo featuring a delicate red rose design for women⌉⌊Ear tattoo featuring a delicate red rose design for women⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/370350769334970954/) 42 Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings for Women image [via forcreativejuice.com](http://forcreativejuice.com/pretty-behind-the-ear-tattoos/) ## **Mythical and Magical:** ### **Perhaps no character is more magical and cute than Tinkerbell.** [⌊Delicate fairy ear tattoo with star accents perfect for women seeking subtle body art⌉⌊Delicate fairy ear tattoo with star accents perfect for women seeking subtle body art⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/420945896402043197/) 42 Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings for Women image [via tattooideascenter.com](https://www.tattooideascenter.com/tinkerbell-tattoos/tinkerbell-tattoo-behind-the-ear/) ### Get all dreamy with this stars tattoo… [⌊Ear tattoo with star and dot designs behind the ear⌉⌊Ear tattoo with star and dot designs behind the ear⌉ ](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/forcreativejuice.com_.....-3.jpg?quality=89&ssl=1) 42 Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings for Women image [via forcreativejuice.com](http://forcreativejuice.com/pretty-behind-the-ear-tattoos/) ### …Or this amazing crescent moon tattoo [⌊Ear tattoo with delicate swirl design for women⌉⌊Ear tattoo with delicate swirl design for women⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/311663236696266448/) [via tattooblend.com](https://tattooblend.com/40-amazing-behind-ear-tattoos-women/4/) ## **On the Ear Tatts:** If you want it subtle that people can see with just tucking your hair behind your ear, you can try these awesome on-the-ear tattoos, like this one. [⌊Delicate black floral ear tattoo on womans ear perfect for subtle body art⌉⌊Delicate black floral ear tattoo on womans ear perfect for subtle body art⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/218213544424309094/) [via livingly.com](http://www.livingly.com/31+of+the+Prettiest+Mandala+Tattoos+on+Pinterest/articles/UDgT6J-ss4_/Bonus+Mini+Mandala+Ear+Tattoo) ### …Or this colourful peacock feather tattoo. [⌊Peacock feather ear tattoos for women featuring delicate and stylish designs on the ear and earlobe⌉⌊Peacock feather ear tattoos for women featuring delicate and stylish designs on the ear and earlobe⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/218213544424277274/) [via livingly.com](http://www.livingly.com/Helix+Ear+Tattoos+That+Are+So+Much+Better+Than+Piercings/articles/LRhTKoVvVVr/Peacock+Feathers) ### Simply engrave the word LOVE and that’s it! [⌊Dainty ear tattoo spelling love on the inner ear for women⌉⌊Dainty ear tattoo spelling love on the inner ear for women⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/292874782002461707/) [via thestyleup.com](https://thestyleup.com/ear-tattoos/8/) ### Anybody can be a rock star with this back ear tattoo. [⌊Ear tattoo and piercing with pink and black design for women⌉⌊Ear tattoo and piercing with pink and black design for women⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/327425835391517126/) [via piercemeup.com](https://www.piercemeup.com/ear-tattoos/) ### Express your love for the sea with this seahorse tattoo. [⌊Seahorse ear tattoo with delicate details for women Perfect for subtle body art and ear piercings⌉⌊Seahorse ear tattoo with delicate details for women Perfect for subtle body art and ear piercings⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/418553359099822827/) [via cuded.com](http://www.cuded.com/2014/05/55-incredible-ear-tattoos/) ## **Unusual Piercing Combinations:** If you’re not a tattoo lover but you want that umph to your look, you can try these unusual but definitely awesome piercing combinations like this rose-designed double piercing with chains. [⌊Dainty ear tattoo and piercing featuring a chain and rose design perfect for subtle body art and je⌉⌊Dainty ear tattoo and piercing featuring a chain and rose design perfect for subtle body art and je⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/471189179743687484/) [via bodydazzles.net](https://www.bodydazzles.net/collections/cartilage-dangling/body-piercing) ### Be a rock star but still dainty with this lovely piercings. [⌊Elegant ear jewelry with dainty tattoos and piercings for women Perfect for stylish and minimalist⌉⌊Elegant ear jewelry with dainty tattoos and piercings for women Perfect for stylish and minimalist⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/80572280811846486/) [via mybodiart.com](https://www.mybodiart.com/pages/ear-piercing-ideas) ### Get pierced just about anywhere on your ear and still look pretty… [⌊Ear piercings with dainty jewelry including hoops and studs perfect for women⌉⌊Ear piercings with dainty jewelry including hoops and studs perfect for women⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/419257046544472390/) [via weheartit.com](https://weheartit.com/entry/233387072) ### …Or bedazzling… [⌊Elegant dainty ear tattoos and piercings for women⌉⌊Elegant dainty ear tattoos and piercings for women⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/395542779752459624/) [via refinery29.com](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/multiple-ear-piercing-ideas#slide-4) ### …And gorgeous! [⌊Elegant ear jewelry with multiple dainty piercings and sparkling designs⌉⌊Elegant ear jewelry with multiple dainty piercings and sparkling designs⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/80572280812642345/) [via jonayor.com](https://jonayor.com/products/diamond-gold-mini-ear-cuff) ## **Statement Tattoos and Piercings:** Make a mark with these unique and beautiful combination of tattoos and piercings just like this patterned tattoo and punctuation mark ear piercing, all in one! [⌊Elegant ear tattoo with piercings for women⌉⌊Elegant ear tattoo with piercings for women⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/437060338815625560/) [via tattoosme.com](http://tattoosme.com/ear-tattoos/) ### Look like a star and claim it with this lovely tattoo and piercing combination! [⌊Elegant star and moon ear tattoos for women⌉⌊Elegant star and moon ear tattoos for women⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/467741111281284517/) [via forcreativejuice.com](http://forcreativejuice.com/pretty-behind-the-ear-tattoos/) ### Look adorably legendary with this dream catcher tattoo with matching stud earrings. [⌊Woman with a dreamcatcher ear tattoo and a small earring stylish and unique body art⌉⌊Woman with a dreamcatcher ear tattoo and a small earring stylish and unique body art⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/574349758709122470/) [via ideastand.com](https://ideastand.com/pretty-designs-of-ear-tattoos/) ### This is a cute combination of a flower tattoo and a lovely stud earring. [⌊Festive roasted lamb with vegetables perfect for christmas dinner Easy holiday main dish idea for⌉⌊Festive roasted lamb with vegetables perfect for christmas dinner Easy holiday main dish idea for⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/548805904573795418/) [via boredpanda.com](https://www.boredpanda.com/ear-tattoo-34/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=organic) ### Captivate someone with this amazing mandala tattoo with a cross. [⌊Elegant ear tattoo featuring a detailed mandala pattern and delicate jewelry⌉⌊Elegant ear tattoo featuring a detailed mandala pattern and delicate jewelry⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/523050944204877198/) [via tattooloungebreda.nl](http://tattooloungebreda.nl/) ### How about a life-like bee? Awesome! [⌊Stay at home mum⌉⌊Stay at home mum⌉[ [via tattooshunt.com](http://www.tattooshunt.com/bee-tattoo-behind-ear/) ### Peek-a-boo! Wait, what’s this funny-looking guy doing behind your ear? [⌊Dainty ear tattoo featuring a cartoon character with glasses and a santa hat Perfect for subtle st⌉⌊Dainty ear tattoo featuring a cartoon character with glasses and a santa hat Perfect for subtle st⌉ ](https://au.pinterest.com/pin/547117054714581739/) [via beautyandu.com](https://www.beautyandu.com/69-unconventional-ear-tattoo-designs-drool/) ## **Celebrities:** ### Adele’s classy letter ‘A’ tattoo behind her ear was dedicated to her son, named Angelo. ![Stay at home mum](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/ 11/aufeminin.com_.......jpg?quality=89&ssl=1 "Elegant Woman with Dainty Ear Tattoo and Piercing") [via tattooviewer.com](http://tattooviewer.com/lady-with-ear-alphabet-a-tattoo) ### Being a cat lover, Bella Thorne tattoed a small grayscale cat behind her ear, done in a delicate single-needle style by artist Dr Woo. This was her first tattoo done in December 2015. ![Ear tattoos and piercings for women showcasing delicate designs and stylish accessories]( https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/stealherstyle. net_.......jpg?resize=500%2C500&quality=89&ssl=1 "Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings for Women") [via bodyartguru.com](https://bodyartguru.com/bella-thorne-tattoos/) ### Ashley Greene from the Twilight Series has a heart-topped key behind her ear. ![Close up of a woman with dainty ear tattoos and piercings showcasing stylish and subtle body art](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/ 11/fanpop.com_.......jpg?resize=500%2C333&quality=89&ssl=1 "Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings for Women") [via new2tats.wordpress.com](https://new2tats.wordpress.com/2012/07/14/celebrity-tattoo-of-the-day-ashley-greene/) ### Demi Lovato got this turquoise feather tattoo behind her ear in June 2010 just for fun! Who would’ve thought something done for fun would be this gorgeous? [⌊Ear tattoo and piercing for women stylish and subtle body art⌉⌊Ear tattoo and piercing for women stylish and subtle body art⌉ ](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/demi.jpg?quality=89&ssl=1) [via popstartats.com](http://www.popstartats.com/demi-lovato-tattoos/ear-feather/) ### Paramore’s Hayley Williams got herself a cloud tattoo behind her left ear to commemorate the huge storm that happened right before Paramore performed at the Cleveland Warped Tour 2009 show. The tattoo is a cloud and lightning bolt with “Warped!” written above it as a reminder of that experience. ![Stay at home mum](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/ 11/wordpress.com_......jpg?resize=500%2C547&quality=89&ssl=1 "Vintage Orange Hair with Dainty Ear Tattoo and Piercing for Women") [via stealherstyle.net](https://stealherstyle.net/placement/behind-ear/) ### Being a Sagittarius, Rita Ora got a tattoo of her astrological sun sign — a small crossbow (a bow and an arrow) inked behind her right ear. ![Elegant ear tattoo and piercing on womans ear with a star design](https://i0.wp. com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/pinterest.com_.....-5.jpg?resize =541%2C646&quality=89&ssl=1 "Dainty Ear Tattoo and Piercing for Women") [via glamradar.com](http://glamradar.com/hot-celebrity-tattoos/) ### Jessie J’s love for music can be seen on her left ear — an upside down treble clef and a bass clef which together form a heart. ![Delicious christmas main dish with meat and vegetables topped with mashed potato Perfect for festiv](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/ 11/pinterest.com_.....-4.jpg?resize=533%2C800&quality=89&ssl=1 "Dainty Ear Tattoo and Piercing") [via tattoodaze.com](http://www.tattoodaze.com/jessie-j-s-tattoos_XBDa8P/) ### Sofia Richie had her last name tattooed in script behind her right ear around her 18th birthday. ![Dainty ear tattoos and piercings for women showcasing stylish and minimalist body art options Perf](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/ 11/dailymail.co_.uk_.......jpg?resize=634%2C848&quality=89&ssl=1 "Stay at Home Mum Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings") [via stealherstyle.net](https://stealherstyle.net/sofia-richie/?post_type=tattoos) ### A Piscean, one of Rihanna’s first tattoos is a Pisces sign behind her right ear. It was done in 2006 by a famous Brazilian artist. [⌊Stay at home mum⌉⌊Stay at home mum⌉[ [via stealherstyle.net](https://stealherstyle.net/piercing-types/) ### This is Miley Cyrus’ second tattoo — the word “LOVE” tattooed on the inside of her right ear. The tattoo and its placement on her ear signifies drowning out negative messages and only hearing the positive things. [⌊Delicious homemade meat pie perfect for christmas mains and family gatherings⌉⌊Delicious homemade meat pie perfect for christmas mains and family gatherings⌉ ](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/stealherstyle.net-2.jpg?quality=89&ssl=1) [via stealherstyle.net](https://stealherstyle.net/tattoos/miley-cyrus-tattoos/page/225/) ### Kylie Jenner has hoop earrings all along the outside of her ear. She has eight piercings on her left ear going from her cartilage down to her lobe. ![Elegant ear tattoo and piercing for women](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com. au/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/pinterest.com_........jpg?resize=502%2C920&quality =89&ssl=1 "Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings") [via stealherstyle.net](https://stealherstyle.net/kylie-jenner/?post_type=piercings) ### Emma Watson had to wait until she was 15 before she got her ear pierced. ![Stay at home mum](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/ 11/telegraph.co_.uk_.......jpg?resize=640%2C640&quality=89&ssl=1 "Elegant Ear Piercings and Dainty Tattoos for Women") [via telegraph.co.uk](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/fashion/style/the-rise-of-multiple-ear-piercings/) Recommended Reading: * [What Do Infected Piercings Look Like?](https://stayathomemum.com.au/fun-stuff/what-do-infected-piercings-look-like/) * [Piercings That Are All Sorts of Wrong](https://stayathomemum.com.au/bodyandsoul/piercings-sorts-wrong/) * [Eyeball Tattooing – The New – Extreme – Tattoo Spot](https://stayathomemum.com.au/trending/eyeball-tattooing-is-the-new-extreme-tattoo-spot/) * [15 Mastectomy Tattoos for Badass Mummas Who Survived Breast Cancer](https://stayathomemum.com.au/bodyandsoul/15-mastectomy-tattoos/) ## _Are you now thinking of getting an ear tattoo or piercing?_ ![42 dainty ear tattoos and piercings for women | stay at home mum](https://i0.wp. com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/41-Dainty-Ear-Tattoos-and-Piercings. png?resize=735%2C1102&quality=80&ssl=1 "Dainty Ear Tattoos and Piercings for Women") ![author avatar](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/ 12/clare_whitfield_profile.webp?quality=80&ssl=1) Clare Whitfield Chief Editor Clare Whitfield is the Editor of Stay at Home Mum and a recognised voice in practical home management for Australian families. Based in the northern suburbs of Sydney, she balances editorial leadership with life as a stay at home mum to two school age children. Her background in home economics and more than a decade of experience in recipe development, family budgeting, and household systems inform her work. [See Full Bio](https://stayathomemum.com.au/author/clare_whitfield/) [ ](https://stayathomemum.com.au/author/clare_whitfield/)