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Even if the mere thought of a needle buzzing around your ear makes your head spin, neck tattoos are happening. Now, whether or not you want one is totally up to you, but no matter how you feel about it, I think we can all admire the creative ways in which tattoo artists are inking this delicate part of the human body. Bored Panda has compiled a list of some of the best neck tattoo designs out there that deserve all the attention they can get. From subtle chokers to trippy optical illusions, scroll down to check out these awesome tattoo gallery and upvote your faves.

#1

Phase Two Of My Dream Tattoo By Silvia! I Am Just So In Love!!

Intricate neck tattoo with abstract black ink design on the back of a person's neck.

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If you're planning on inking your neck, there are some things you might want to consider. The fact that a new tattoo would ruffle many feathers once you've already been hired is pretty unlikely. "Nobody gets fired for having a unique tattoo after you've accepted a job," Human Resources consultant Laurie Ruettimann told Business Insider.

"In most industries, your boss and colleagues will just shrug their shoulders and adapt to the way you look." But there are two types of tattoo ideas that aren't likely to fly: face and neck tattoos. According to Ruettimann, those tattoos can disqualify you from jobs where you'll be meeting clients in particular.

A hand tattoo is a bit less controversial but it's still questionable. Of course, just like any other ink, how your coworkers perceive it largely depends on how progressive your industry is. "At a law firm, people maybe will notice (a hand tattoo) more than at a tech firm where let's say nine out of 10 people already have some creative tattoos," Vicki Salemi, a career expert at Monster.com, told The Wall Street Journal.

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It shouldn't come as a surprise that that younger Americans are more likely than previous generations to be tattooed and accepting of ink. Almost 40% of those aged between 18 and 29 have one. A bit less than a quarter of millennials say tattoos are unprofessional, compared to 63% of those 60 and older.

#6

Optical Illusion Neck Tattoo

Creative neck tattoo with swirling black lines.

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Foxxy
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5 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That’s pretty trippy. EDIT : so I guess some people don’t know the slang meaning for trippy. Coz I have said this comment a few times in the past and it always gets downvoted. Trippy in slang is an adjective meaning cool, freaky, crazy, weird, groovy, amazing, or all of the above.

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#14

Choker Snake Tattoo

Creative neck tattoo depicting a snake design encircling the neck.

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Natters
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why not buy a physical choker? From now on all your outfits will have to go with it.... just saying....

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#18

First Tattoo At The New Shop!! Loving This Bright Brick Wall For Photos

Neck tattoo featuring detailed black and white daisies design.

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somnomania
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ooh, I love the little hints of white. My own tattoo that is otherwise black and dark grey has some white highlights and it really helps make parts of it pop.

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#22

No Tear Tattoo

Creative neck tattoo with the word "TEAR" in vertical alignment, emphasizing unique ink design.

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Michelle Line
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Is it "tear: as in to rip something" or "tear: as in to cry"?

miaow
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

for a sec I thought it said Tea, but tear will do I guess.

Adelina Telalović
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"I am the clown with the tear-away face" i can imagine this line being a good place to start

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#27

Medusa Was Once A Beautiful Mortal Who Was Turned Into A Dreadful Monster By Athena After An Ill-Fated Love Affair With Poseidon

Medusa-inspired neck tattoo with intricate details showcasing creative ink work.

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Missy Barton
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Medusa was raped by Poseidon and Athena turned her into a Gorgon so no man would ever hurt her again.

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#35

Eye Neck Tattoo Design

Eye Neck Tattoo Design

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#38

A Little Sore And Swollen But Over The Moon With These Hares, New Additions To The Collection

A Little Sore And Swollen But Over The Moon With These Hares, New Additions To The Collection

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#40

Neck Tattoo Design

Neck Tattoo Design

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#42

Evil Side Tattoo

Evil Side Tattoo

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#43

This Is Just A Line, Doesn't Have Any Meaning. Relax

This Is Just A Line, Doesn't Have Any Meaning. Relax

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#47

Coffee Plant Neck Tattoo

Coffee Plant Neck Tattoo

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#48

No Pressure

No Pressure

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Foxxy
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Very simple but because it is just a circle you definitely need to make it perfect otherwise it will stand out like dogs balls. This has been done fantastically.

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#49

Dark Botanical Tattoo

Dark Botanical Tattoo

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somnomania
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can't believe this one doesn't have more votes, it's beautiful.

#51

Stone Lion Neck Tattoo

Stone Lion Neck Tattoo

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Kai
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm 100% sure that if he travels to japan, he will be treaten as a yakuza.

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#53

Amazing Foo Dog Neck Piece

Amazing Foo Dog Neck Piece

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#54

Cherry Blossom Tattoo

Cherry Blossom Tattoo

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#55

Cute Elephant Tattoo

Cute Elephant Tattoo

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#56

Old School Neck Tattoo

Old School Neck Tattoo

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#57

Wanna Do More Eyes

Wanna Do More Eyes

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#59

Gloomy Neck Tattoo

Gloomy Neck Tattoo

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#60

Skull On Neck

Skull On Neck

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#62

Blackberries And Blossoms In A Neck Tattoo

Blackberries And Blossoms In A Neck Tattoo

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#65

Neck Tattoo

Neck Tattoo

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#71

Dragonfly Neck Tattoo

Dragonfly Neck Tattoo

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#72

Tattoo Girl Of Week

Tattoo Girl Of Week

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#77

Jellyfish Neck Piece

Jellyfish Neck Piece

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#78

Neck Tattoo By Two Tattoo Artists

Neck Tattoo By Two Tattoo Artists

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Foxxy
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This ones pretty except the line going down her chin. I don’t understand random line tattoos.

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#80

Optical Illusion Neck Tattoo

Optical Illusion Neck Tattoo

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#83

How We Decided To Kill Time In Santiago

How We Decided To Kill Time In Santiago

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#84

Ship Tattoo On Neck

Ship Tattoo On Neck

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#89

Neck Tattoo

Neck Tattoo

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#90

Neck Tattoo

Neck Tattoo

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#92

Designed By Poppy

Designed By Poppy

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#93

Fine Line Tattoo

Fine Line Tattoo

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#96

Dark Sun Tattoo

Dark Sun Tattoo

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#98

Neck Mandala

Neck Mandala

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#99

Neck Tattoo

Neck Tattoo

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#100

Ornamental Tattoo

Ornamental Tattoo

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#101

Thumb Head Life

Thumb Head Life

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Magpie
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Tangentially: can anyone tell what those huge earholes at the bottom of their ears are about please ?

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#104

Neck Tattoo

Neck Tattoo

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#106

Started A Fun Project

Started A Fun Project

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#107

This Special One For The Boss There In Rotterdam

This Special One For The Boss There In Rotterdam

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#108

To Exist, The triangle demands Three Complementary Elements: Love, Power And Danger

To Exist, The triangle demands Three Complementary Elements: Love, Power And Danger

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#109

Geotattoophimetria

Geotattoophimetria

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Rowes Binley
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

fake!, and the lines are way too close to eachother, i dont get these fineline tattoos as an artist, these tattoos will be Sh*t after a while....please think before you act

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#112

Throat Tattoos Are My Favourite Cup Of Tea

Throat Tattoos Are My Favourite Cup Of Tea

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#113

Dot-Work Neck Tattoo

Dot-Work Neck Tattoo

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#114

Start To A Full Body Tattoo Design

Start To A Full Body Tattoo Design

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#115

Throat And Neck Tattoo

Throat And Neck Tattoo

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#120

Only 2 Weeks Until My Necks Complete

Only 2 Weeks Until My Necks Complete

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#124

Leaves Tattoo

Leaves Tattoo

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#126

First Section Of Full Neck And Chest Project

First Section Of Full Neck And Chest Project

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#127

Neck Tattoo

Neck Tattoo

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Foxxy
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I dunno, there is something creepy about this hand tattoo.

#128

Spider Tattoo

Spider Tattoo

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#131

Here’s A Pic Of Redrose I Did Last Night On A New Client

Here’s A Pic Of Redrose I Did Last Night On A New Client

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#133

Neck Tattoo

Neck Tattoo

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#135

Neck Tattoo

Neck Tattoo

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#136

Eye Tattoo

Eye Tattoo

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miaow
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

that ear tattoo is interesting ive ever seen, different..

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#137

Eye Tattoo

Eye Tattoo

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#139

Neck Tattoo

Neck Tattoo

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#141

Had A Blast Working On My Buddy Last Night. I Did This Fun Tentacle On His Neck

Had A Blast Working On My Buddy Last Night. I Did This Fun Tentacle On His Neck

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#143

Cloudy Night Tattoo

Cloudy Night Tattoo

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#144

I’ve Got The Devil On My Shoulder

I’ve Got The Devil On My Shoulder

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#145

Neck Tattoo

Neck Tattoo

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#147

Don’t Cross Me

Don’t Cross Me

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#148

Healed A Few Weeks Ago. it Hasnt Been A Long Time but Everything What I Want Did Show Up

Healed A Few Weeks Ago.
it Hasnt Been A Long Time
but Everything What I Want Did Show Up

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#149

Fixed Up This Cobweb Tattoo Today On The Nape

Fixed Up This Cobweb Tattoo Today On The Nape

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#150

Neck Tattoo

Neck Tattoo

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#152

Mid Toy Tattoo

Mid Toy Tattoo

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#154

In Every Angel, A Demon Hides

In Every Angel, A Demon Hides

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