23 Egg Tattoo Ideas So Cute & Hilarious They’ll Crack You Up — Wait Till You See #7!
Who wouldn’t want to wear their breakfast forever? I mean, honestly — I’ve caught myself staring at avocado toast pics at 2 a.m. and thinking, yup, that deserves a tiny little tribute. Egg tattoos might sound silly, but sometimes you don’t need a heavy meaning. Maybe you just want to laugh, surprise your friends, or memorialize the way runny yolks make you feel. So here’s a cozy little collection of egg tattoos I’ve been hoarding for inspo — cute, goofy, and totally wearable.
The tiny egg you’ll spot in the mirror and grin at
Credit: @maditatti
If you’re overwhelmed by all the dramatic options — cracked eggs, tiny yolk faces, realistic boiled-eggs-in-a-cup — try a little outline on your shoulder. It’s subtle, kind of mysterious, and every time you catch it you’ll get that quiet, silly joy of knowing you’re a human who loves breakfast.
A hatched egg that’s actually adorable on your forearm
Credit: @tattoodle
Hatched eggs are wonderfully playful — they give you room to be creative with little characters or patterns, and somehow they manage to be cute without trying too hard. If you want a tattoo that makes people smile and sparks conversation, this is it.
Smiley-face yolk energy for your forearm
Credit: @semspoketattoos
A smiling egg is the kind of tiny rebellion I can get behind — cute, fresh, and kind of a mood lifter. When you can’t decide where to put it or what style to pick, a happy yolk keeps things light. You’ll love how effortlessly fun it looks.
Matching egg tattoos for the person who shares your breakfast habit
Credit: @tattoodle
If you and your partner actually plan your weekends around brunch spots, a matching egg tattoo is low-key romantic and peak couple energy. It says “we belong together” with a wink and a poached egg.
Crack one on the bicep and flex your sense of humor
Credit: @haunteddermis
Remember that TikTok where someone cracks an egg on their bicep and says “I’m built different”? This is the tattooized version of that joke. It’s playful, a little ridiculous, and perfect if you like flexing your sense of humor — literally.
A cracked-egg on the thigh for the egg enthusiast
Credit: @danitattoos_
Thigh placements let you go a bit bigger and more detailed. Whether this is your first egg tattoo or your tenth, a cracked-egg-in-a-cup is whimsical and kind of domestic in the sweetest way.
Clean-lined little egg on the upper arm — filler goals
Credit: @titare_tattoo
Working on a sticker-sleeve or just need a perfect filler? A simple egg with crisp lines sits nicely between bolder pieces and gives you that tiny joy every time you peep your arm in the mirror.
Triple fry — three eggs in a pan for the commitment-phobe
Credit: @pretty_heavy_
If one egg doesn’t cut it, why not a sunny trio? It reads like an inside joke and looks delightfully busy in a charming way.
Add an egg to your sticker sleeve and call it breakfast art
Credit: @eins_tattooer
Sticker sleeves are fun because they’re eclectic and personal. Toss in a boiled egg, a cracked egg, or even an egg sandwich — whatever makes you smile as you leave the parlor.
A quail egg that looks almost 3D on the forearm
Credit: @shadow_tattooer
Realistic egg tattoos are unexpectedly gorgeous — the shading, the texture, that little speckle detail… this one looks like it could roll right off the skin and onto your plate.
Another matching pair, because yes, do it again
Credit: @k_inx
One partner gets an omelet, the other gets cracked eggs — together it reads like a story: two halves that make a complete breakfast. Cute, slightly goofy, and oddly sentimental.
Cracked egg on the forearm with quiet meaning
Credit: @cvws
Cracked-egg imagery can carry softer, deeper vibes if you want it to — fragility, change, or the reminder that nothing stays the same. But it’s also just a cool-looking little piece, so pick what it means to you.
Soft dotwork cracked egg for the subtle type
Credit: @raw.egg.yolk
Dotwork feels tender and handmade. If you want something that reads delicate and slightly vintage, dotwork is a lovely choice — it’s soft but still full of character.
Monster egg? Dark, weird, and somehow perfect
Credit: @kopelovetattoo
If you want to go wild, a monster egg with a melting face and claws is wild, a little grotesque, and absolutely memorable. It’s the kind of piece that tells people you don’t do boring.
Dotwork realism — a boiled egg that doubles as artwork
Credit: @georgia.porkchop
This one looks like a tiny sculpture. If you love detail and quiet drama, a realistic dotwork egg on the leg is elegant and surprising.
Two sleepy eggs sliding off a pan — cute chaos
Credit: @fitzroytattoo
This one’s pure cartoon energy: goofy, animated, and kind of perfect if you like your tattoos to make people giggle. Also, who hasn’t felt like a sleepy egg mid-week?
An egg with a little house — tiny domestic bliss
Credit: @limbforest
This design makes me feel cozy — a house, little plants, an egg that looks like it belongs in a fairytale kitchen. If your relationship with breakfast is basically home, this says it so well.
The sad yolk that hits different
Credit: @anthonywaters_tattoo
A sad egg can mean anything you want — melancholy, humor, or a reminder that it’s okay to feel blue sometimes. Plus, it’s oddly endearing.
The happy yolk that'll brighten anyone’s day
Credit: @nooby.lemona
On the flip side: a cheerful yolk is pure serotonin. Show someone this and you’ll probably get a smile back — guaranteed.
A deliciously runny egg on the wrist
Credit: @ruien_tatu
Runny eggs on toast are a vibe, and a runny-yolk wrist tattoo is a commitment to that vibe. Wrist tattoos are visible and personal — pick a style that feels like you.
Bright, colorful egg for a bold wrist statement
Credit: @im________cat
If you’re ready to shout your love of eggs from your sleeve — literally — a colorful wrist piece is eye-catching and joyful. Go big or go home, right?
A pixelated egg for the digital nostalgia fan
Credit: @zzang.ga_tattoo
Pixel art eggs are clever and cute — small, distinct, and a little retro. If you grew up on old-school games or just like the blocky aesthetic, this one’s for you.
Finish line: a traditional egg that feels classic
Credit: @oliviabrumentattoo
Traditional tattoos have bold lines and timeless color palettes, and a classic egg in that style looks cheerful and at home among other traditional pieces. It’s bright, simple, and totally iconic.
Wrap-up
Anyway, whether you want something tiny and jokey or a whole dramatic, monster-yolk saga on your thigh, there’s an egg for that. If one of these stuck with you, save it, screenshot it, and bring it to your next appointment. And if you end up getting an egg tattoo — promise me you’ll send a pic? I want to see your breakfast forever.