At first glance, Dakota Johnson may not strike you as someone with tattoos, but you’d be surprised to learn she has over 16 designs. Yes, you read that correctly. Though if you ask her, she’s not yet a “tattoo fiend,” according to an interview with James Corden. Most of her small tattoos are minimalistic and scattered across her arms, with a few others located on her feet and back. And if they are not as easily noticeable, it’s due to their dainty fine-line style. Thanks to their delicate appearance, they appear as a homogenous unit despite being a mix of script and illustrative designs. Her biggest tattoo is situated on her upper back and consists of three beautiful birds mid-flight, a beautiful tribute to her grandmother.
The 34-year-old star started building her tattoo collection years before her breakout acting roles. In fact, not all of her tattoos are known to this date. For her “Fifty Shades of Grey” character, the casting team had to hire a “butt double” due to Johnson’s undisclosed butt tattoo, as cinematographer Seamus McGarvey told The New York Times.
Johnson’s love for tattoos extends beyond getting them. The “Madame Web” actor gave her “The Lost Daughter” costar Olivia Colman a personalized tattoo depicting the initials of the Oscar-winning star’s family. Johnson’s ink collection is filled with meaningful pieces, from a matching tattoo with fiancé Chris Martin to the one she got at home during the 2020 pandemic lockdown. Read to learn all about them ahead.
Dakota Johnson’s Persian Script Tattoo
Dakota Johnson’s Persian Script Tattoo
On her right forearm, there’s a script piece in Persian, which in English translates to “Love creates love.”
Dakota Johnson’s Moon Tattoo
Dakota Johnson’s Moon Tattoo
On the side of her right forearm, Johnson has what appears to be a circular ring surrounded by two crescent moon shapes. The piece is nestled between her “Heaven” and wilted daisy designs.
Dakota Johnson’s “Brad” Foot Tattoo
Dakota Johnson’s “Brad” Foot Tattoo
Johnson’s right foot bears the name “BRAD” in tiny font. She has yet to reveal its inspiration.
Dakota Johnson’s Scarab Beetle Ankle Tattoo
Dakota Johnson’s Scarab Beetle Ankle Tattoo
After attending the 2022 Met Gala, Johnson, her “The Lost Daughter” costar Jessie Buckley, and the director of the movie, Maggie Gyllenhaal, all decided to get matching tattoos. The trio got a scarab beetle, which symbolizes rebirth. Johnson’s sits on her right ankle. In a Vanity Fair cover story, the “Our Friend” actor shared that they got it in Gyllenhaal’s Brooklyn kitchen with the help of a friend. Olivia Colman missed out on this opportunity due to her busy shooting schedule, so Johnson later gave her a tattoo herself to make up for it. Colman shared on “The Graham Norton Show” that she got the initials of her loved ones on her left forearm.
Dakota Johnson’s “All Seven” Forearm Tattoo
Dakota Johnson’s “All Seven” Forearm Tattoo
The words “All Seven” are tattooed across Johnson’s left forearm, the significance of which isn’t known. She got it sometime in 2021.
Dakota Johnson’s “Heaven” Wrist Tattoo
Dakota Johnson’s “Heaven” Wrist Tattoo
The word “HEAVEN” sits near Johnson’s right wrist in neat, small lettering featuring dark and light shading.
Dakota Johnson’s “I Love You” Arm Tattoo
Dakota Johnson’s “I Love You” Arm Tattoo
While joining host Josh Horowitz for a virtual interview in May 2020 during the COVID-19 lockdown, Johnson revealed she got a new tattoo at home using her stick-and-poke kit. The ink is located on her left tricep just above her elbow and reads, “I LOVE YOU.” It’s likely dedicated to her longtime partner and now-fiancé, Chris Martin.
