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Sternum Tattoo Ideas

Explore 200+ elegant and empowering sternum tattoo ideas. Perfect for underboob and ornamental styles that express inner beauty and confidence. Pain level guide included.

Pain Level: Very High
Duration: 1-3 hours
From $180-450

Sternum Tattoo Placement Guide

Placement Characteristics

  • • Center-chest focal area
  • • Striking for symmetrical designs

Important Considerations

  • • High pain near sternum
  • • Breathing and bone proximity issues
  • • Usually part of chest compositions

Price Guide

Small (2-8cm) $180-450
Medium (8-20cm) $450-900
Large (20cm+) $900-2000

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Sternum Tattoo Ideas Gallery

169 designs found

Large chest tattoo of red roses with black detailing.
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TraditionalBlack And Grey
Robinby Robin Brandstätter · Brisbane
Illustrative tattoo of an anchor, clock, and book on chest.
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IllustrativeBlack And Grey
Teganby Tegan Munro · Sydney
Black-and-grey skull and crab tattoo on rib.
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Black And GreyIllustrative
Samby Sam Smyth · Perth
Realistic black-and-grey skull tattoo on chest.
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Black And GreyRealism
Mattby Matt Pearce · Geelong
Black-and-grey floral tattoo with insect on chest.
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Black And GreyIllustrative
Kaizenby Kaizen · Brisbane
Delicate floral tattoo on a woman's shoulder.
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Fine LineBlackwork
Tuby Tu · Sydney
Intricate blackwork tattoo on neck and chest.
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BlackworkGeometric
Kiri-Summerby Kiri-Summer Arnfield · Sydney
Intricate fine-line floral tattoo on chest.
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Fine LineGeometric
Kiri-Summerby Kiri-Summer Arnfield · Sydney
Realistic lighthouse tattoo on chest with storm and lightning.
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Black And GreyRealism
Kostaby Kosta Zombos · Melbourne
Vibrant floral tattoo on chest and shoulders.
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WatercolorIllustrative
Songby Song · Melbourne
Large black and grey floral tattoo on chest and shoulders.
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Black And GreyIllustrative
Miaby Mia Barix · Sydney
Large black-and-grey tiger tattoo on chest.
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Black And GreyIllustrative
Jordiby Jordi King · Brisbane
Large black-and-grey chest tattoo of a mythical creature.
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Black And GreyIllustrative
Michaelby Michael Banting · Perth
Black-and-grey crown tattoo with the name Amelia on chest.
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Black And GreyScript Lettering
Teganby Tegan Munro · Sydney
Illustrative demon mask tattoo on chest.
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IllustrativeBlack And Grey
Martaby Marta · Sydney
Bold script tattoo on a man's chest.
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BlackworkScript Lettering
Devilsby Devils · Sydney
Traditional grim reaper tattoo on chest with skull and rose.
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TraditionalBlack And Grey
Ciaraby Ciara Walsh · Perth
Large black-and-grey tattoo of roses and a snake on rib.
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Black And GreyRealism
Shaunby Shaun Bones · Brisbane
Elegant floral tattoo on a woman's chest.
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BlackworkFine Line
Georgiaby Georgia · Sydney
Colorful lion tattoo on chest and rib area.
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IllustrativeWatercolor
Charlieby Charlie Darling · Brisbane
Large colorful koi fish tattoo on chest and rib.
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IllustrativeTraditional
Charlieby Charlie Darling · Brisbane
Large blackwork tattoo on chest and shoulder.
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BlackworkIllustrative
Celiaby Celia Dunne · Sydney
Black-and-grey chest tattoo of leopards and lotus flower.
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Black And GreyIllustrative
Miaby Mia Barix · Sydney
Colorful whimsical tattoo on shoulder and chest.
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WatercolorIllustrative
HeartyBurritoby HeartyBurrito · Sydney
Colorful chest tattoo featuring an astronaut and rocket.
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New SchoolIllustrative
Ianby Ian Sanders · Sydney
Large black-and-grey geometric tattoo on chest and rib.
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Black And GreyGeometric
Jakeby Jake Glover · Sydney
Realistic black-and-grey tiger tattoo on chest.
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Black And GreyRealism
Martyby Marty Payne · Brisbane
Three-headed dog tattoo with snakes on chest.
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BlackworkIllustrative
Stevoby Stevo · Sydney
Black-and-grey skull tattoo with leaves and thorns on chest.
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Black And GreyIllustrative
Allyby Ally Rose · Brisbane
Black-and-grey angel tattoo with wings and rose on chest.
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Black And GreyIllustrative
Andyby Andy Rees · Brisbane
Large black-and-grey Japanese tattoo on chest and arms.
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Black And GreyIllustrative
Tordorby Tordor · Brisbane
Colorful Japanese tattoo of a mythical creature on chest.
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Japanese
Makaylaby Makayla Walker · Adelaide

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Popular Styles for Sternum Tattoos

Explore these popular tattoo styles perfect for sternum placement

Ornamental Script Geometric

Sternum Tattoo Aftercare Guide

Before Your Appointment

  • • Research artists experienced with sternum tattoos
  • • Discuss sizing and placement options thoroughly
  • • Stay hydrated and get adequate sleep
  • • Avoid alcohol 24 hours beforehand
  • • Wear comfortable, appropriate clothing
  • • Bring reference images and ideas

Healing & Aftercare

  • • Follow standard tattoo aftercare guidelines
  • • Apply thin layers of healing balm 2-3 times daily
  • • Avoid swimming, soaking, and direct sunlight
  • • Don't pick at scabs or peeling skin
  • • Keep the area clean and dry
  • • Contact your artist with any concerns

Important Note

Healing time for sternum tattoos typically ranges from 2-4 weeks for surface healing, with complete healing taking 2-3 months. Follow your artist's specific aftercare instructions.

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