Wild Western Tattoo Ideas
I can see a big trend coming… You might just need these western tattoo ideas.
Country western designs were already taking over my style feeds, but especially now with the Cowboy Carter album from Beyoncé, I can sense this country tattoo vibe is about to be here to stay even longer.
Whether you’re here for the trend of it or you’re really a country girl or guy at heart, western tattoos are fun for your next appointment.
You might be here for one thing, and that one thing only. If your favorite icon of the western style is simply the hats, here are some of the best cowboy hat tattoo designs.
Cute Western Designs
There are so many simple and sweet western tattoo design concepts you can get, and some of them are just plain cute. I adore these styles!
1. Fine Line Cowboy
This cowboy on his horse done in fine line work is just so beautiful.
2. Baby Cow
Have I mentioned I used to be vegan, simply for the little faces like this one!
3. Color Blocking
A traditional style with some more fun colors is a classic western kind of tattoo.
4. There’s A Frog In My Boot
Just poppin’ in to say hi!
5. Crying Cowgirl
She’s upset, but she looks good anyway.
6. Realistic Deer Head
The deer heads are a classic, and this one is just perfect.
7. Boot Flower Pot
The styling of this design makes it even better. The contrast of the tougher, thicker lines, and sweeter image is too precious.
8. Cow Portrait
And holding a rose? For you? So cute!
9. Horseshoe
Horseshoes are also a super cool way to bring in the western theme.
10. Add A Scorpion
The scorpion makes this 10x more intense, and I love the vibes. However, I am a scorpio so maybe that’s why I rock with it…
11. Or On A Boot
Adding one to a boot is pretty cool too… They are quite common out there in the west!
12. Cutie Boots
Boots with any fun design on them will be a hit!
13. Sitting Cow
What a polite cow!
14. Cowboy Bee
This bee is rocking his cowboy attire, and I couldn’t adore him more.
Cowboy Tattoos
Cowboy tattoos are the most direct and hardcore ways to get a western style tattoo. Why not just go all in and get a full cowboy tattooed on your body?!
15. Cowboy Skull
This is a variation of the really common cowboy skull tattoo. This one is a little more realistic looking and less traditional.
16. Hand Piece
Hand pieces are my specialty, and to get something this detailed on the back of your hand is a baller move. Truly. I love the commitment and the piece itself.
17. Portrait
These portraits in a frame are really popular in the western style tattoos, almost like an old-timey photograph.
18. Cowgirl
A brave cowgirl ready to take on the Wild West!
19. Smoking
Smoking in every way possible, this cowboy is a total baddie!
20. Wild Horse
Just a cowboy and his horse.
21. Cowboy Skull Part 2
Here’s another version of the cowboy skull! He’s more traditional this time around.
22. Bandit
A bandit on his getaway horse is such a cool image for a tattoo!
23. Willie Nelson
24. Guitar Playing Cowboy
This cowboy playing a guitar on his horse has all the talents I could only dream of.
25. Realism At Work
Hyper-realism in pieces like this make them so much more interesting. Not only is this a portrayal of a cowboy at work but the detail is so beautiful.
26. Portrait
A simple little portrait is way cool, especially if this is someone you cherish.
27. Scenic
Scenic cowboy is amazing, especially if you’re open to something linear like this.
28. Guns In Color
This one truly speaks for itself!
Western Style Trend
Western style can look so many different ways, and we’re going to explore some of the different ideas here. If you’re looking for Wild West or trendy country, we’re going to cover it all.
29. On A Journey
He’s on a journey, and he took the scenic route.
30. Little Texan
Just a little Texan throwing some attitude, and as a Texan… It’s typical.
31. Cowboy Wasp
This is a new one… A detailed wasp with a cowboy hat. The lifestyle is for everyone!
32. Cowboy + Rooster
Riding the rooster into work like:
33. Floral Spurs
Some floral spurs for your new boots!
34. Round Up
A detailed scene of a cowboy rounding up some buffalo in the Wild West… It doesn’t get more on theme than this!
35. Horse Shoes
More horseshoes, and these are in a pretty traditional style.
36. Skull And Flowers
It’s a pretty common style in traditional western pieces that have florals in them as well. It keeps them natural, feminine, and adds some dynamic of vibe contrast. Especially with something as edgy as skulls.
37. Saloon Entrance
The entrance to the saloon with the swinging doors is an iconic moment… One that every cowboy is sure to want tattooed on themselves!
38. Desert Scape
The colors in this desert scape is unlike any other piece I’ve seen. Just as stunning as it is in real life… Those desert sunsets are something else.
39. Boot Full Of Florals
A boot full of flowers is such a pretty concept for your cowboy boot piece.
40. Dancing Wolves
Dancing wolves are a staple in western culture. Story telling, songs, and images always include a wolf or a dog of some sort.
41. Bold Deer Head
Big fan of the deer heads? Here’s another skull with some grit to it.
42. Cactus Image
I love this classic image of a cactus with a sun setting in the back on a skull.
43. Cheeky Cowgirl
This is a super traditional tattoo: a pinup style cowgirl holding a gun.
Wild West Tattoo Designs
Wild West is where it gets fun. The coolest era of cowboys. This is where you’ll find some that are a little more wild.
44. Cowboy Skull… Again
THIS is the cowboy skull I see everywhere. Admittedly, he is one of my favorites, and I think he has a fun story. (Open to interpretation).
45. Bandit The Dog
I’ve always loved the name Bandit for a dog… And I think this makes for a great homage!
46. The Standoff
A standoff between two cowboys… It doesn’t get more Wild West than that!
47. Sunset Cactus
The sunset cactus but this time in color! If you haven’t seen a western sunset, I would put it on my bucket list if I were you!
48. Nightscape Cactus
The cactus scene again, but with the starry night sky instead.
49. Poncho
This guy has a story to tell, I can just feel it.
50. Chase Him Down
A wild horse chase… I’m obsessed.
51. The Target
This one is pretty intense. Someone got their moving target.
52. Gymnast Cowgirl
So many talents in one little ink cowgirl.
53. Wanted Poster
How sick is this wanted poster?!
54. Ghost Face Smoke
This is creative. I love the face that appears in the smoke. It’s like the classic skull face that shows up in these works, but a new take on it.
55. Incredible Color Work
The coloring on this is insane, and it makes it look like a piece of pop art, or a painted work of some sort.
56. Wild Eyes
She’s got some wild eyes they say.
57. Funky Cactus
A funky cactus is a fun concept when you’re looking for something a little more niche.
58. Lone Ranger
Feeling like a lone ranger these days? Let this guy represent you!
Ranch Horse Tattoos
Horse tattoos are a really popular way to get the western look and vibe in animal style.
59. Floral Horse
This floral horse is pretty and fun.
60. Tribal Pattern
Adding a tribal pattern makes this horse unique!
61. Creation
Remaking the iconic Creation image with a horse’s hoof is such a fun idea for any horse lover.
62. In My Heart
If your horses are really what’s in your heart, let everyone know with a precious tattoo of him or her in this minimalist heart.
63. Whimsical
I love the whimsical line work going on with this horse, I think it’s too cute.
64. Spirit
I don’t know about you, but if you were as impacted by the Spirit movie as I was, this tattoo will pull on your heart strings.
65. In Action
There’s something so beautiful about a horse in action. Especially if you’re a horse lover, it’s got to be one of the most beautiful sights.
66. Geometric
This is a powerful image. Something about geometric details are just so intense I think and this makes the dark horse even more majestic.
67. Tribute
This is a beautiful tribute.
68. Realism
If you like realism, you’ll love this one!
69. Lasso
How amazing is this cowboy doing his thing. Living in Texas, this is a common picture we see just about everywhere.
70. Sketch Lines
The artistic styling of this work is amazing! I love when a tattoo looks like a drawing.
71. Skeleton Horse
Every summer we see a resurgence of the country aesthetic, and this year is no different. It might even be going stronger this year, again, thanks to the rise of country music on the mainstream.
While tattoos are forever and seasonal aesthetics are cyclical, I love a good tattoo that just keeps your favorite season in mind, and if yours is summer, then this is an ideal tattoo style to go for.
It’s fun, it’s funky, and it’s a classic. Each and every one of these.
