There is a reason Zezi and Finer Things Tattoo have a near perfect rating. Zezi is top notch. I requested a very custom landscape type piece with a small silhouette of my dog that passed and she absolutely nailed the design and then the actual execution of it. I am super pleased and excited to see it heal. This was my first tattoo and I don't think it could have gone better. Zezi is patient, listens to you, and ensures the tattoo is perfect. The studio is absolutely spotless, quiet, and very inviting. I can't say enough good things about this place. If you read some of the reviews here on Google you will see people traveling to the Seattle area to see her...and there's good reason for that. She is booked out a ways because she is so good so be sure to plan ahead. read more

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My 13-year-old dog, my fur baby, and my best friend Ghost passed away earlier this year. After he died, I decided my first tattoo would be a memorial to him. I spent days researching artists, and Finer Things immediately stood out. Their style was exactly what I hoped for. From the start, Zezi and the team were incredibly attentive to everything I asked for. A few months later, I came into the studio for my appointment and the custom designs captured Ghost perfectly. Zezi prepared several thoughtful options, and once I chose my favorite, she got to work. She was warm, welcoming, and made my first tattoo experience unforgettable. I cannot recommend Zezi and Finer Things Tattoo Studio enough, especially if you are looking to honor a furry loved one. read more

Finer Things Tattoo - Tattoo of my dog ghost. - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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The quality of the work was fantastic, Zezi is incredibly easy to work with, and the studio was incredibly clean. Best tattoo experience I've ever had. read more

Finer Things Tattoo - Torso with a shark tattooed on rib cage - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Absolutely loved working with Zezi on this little wildflower piece! She was so accommodating in my desired placement for this delicate work. Zezi's technique really made the entire process (almost) entirely painless! 10/10 will request to work with her again. read more

Finer Things Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Zezi gave me an absolutely stunning tattoo. I'm still amazed at the way she was able to achieve such straight lines and smooth gradients. Her shop is also in a great spot on the water with lots of natural light, and it's very clean. 10/10 would recommend to anyone! read more

Finer Things Tattoo - Tattoo of arrows and geometric shapes - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Had a great experience with an upper arm botanical. I wanted a peony and a dragonfly and left it to Zezi for design, which she wrapped up in consultation with me while I was there. Process was great, the art and detailing are fabulous! Environment was clean and welcoming, and the day was beautiful so I was able to lounge like a lizard in the sun for the 3ish hours it took. I recommend. Tip- Only trick was parking. Park in the all day spots, further south in the same lot. Not the two hour spots. read more

Finer Things Tattoo - Upper arm custom design - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I worked with Zezi for my first tattoo and had an amazing experience. She was responsive, professional and had incredibly positive energy. Her design was elegant and her needlework efficient. Would highly recommend her for anyone looking to get a fine-line tattoo. read more

Finer Things Tattoo - Compass tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Words can't even begin to express how incredibly talented Zezi is. My experience at Finer Things was nothing short of perfect, from the initial consultation to discuss the design, through the design review, and finally the actual tattooing session itself. Zezi has the precision of a surgeon. Her ability to create perfectly fine straight lines and geometric shapes is unlike anything I've seen before. She took my high-level concept idea and transformed it into a beautiful piece of art that I now get to proudly wear forever. Every step of the process was thoughtful and professional. The studio atmosphere is welcoming and immaculate, making what could be an intimidating experience feel comfortable and exciting instead. Zezi's attention to detail and commitment to her craft is evident in every aspect of the work. If you're looking for a tattoo artist in Seattle and want the absolute best, look no further. I couldn't be happier with my experience and the stunning result read more

I found Finer Things online, looking for my 1st fine line tattoo. Zezi was very responsive and friendly when I reached out for information. This is my 1st tattoo so I had some questions. They didn't do a in person consult with me(maybe cause what I want is so small) and they don't have a phone # to talk to anyone. Zezi and I went back and forth through email for a bit about designs and placement and pricing. I was also very open to any ideas Zezi had for me. My questions were very simple since I wanted to know how this whole process works. I was ready to put a deposit down and reserve a date. The last question I asked her was " If for some weird reason I get there and I just don't like the designs we come up with, do I just lose my deposit"? I felt like this was a valid question, especially since I have no idea how this process works. Zezi responds with "With all the back and forth, I just don't think you're ready and I cannot move forward with you" Not sure why asking a question like that would make her not want to work with me, but I guess it offended her. I am also more then ready to get a tattoo and wasn't even looking to get this done until Oct/Nov. One of the other negative reviews I read on her was about the same as mine. I just feel like for the high price she quoted me for something that would take no longer then 20 min, I should've received a little better customer service. I know Zezi does amazing work, but I do feel like for first timers, Zezi is probably not the best. Very disappointed with how this business operates and the lack of customer service I received. read more

I'm writing this review to share my experience getting two tattoos from Zezi. To start, Zezi is undeniably a talented artist, and I do like the aesthetic of the first tattoo I received from her. However, the overall experience was challenging and unlike any other I've had with a tattoo artist. My first appointment was in December. As this wasn't my first tattoo, I expected a collaborative discussion about the design and placement, especially since I had questions about the longevity of my desired location for the tree design I wanted. Unfortunately, Zezi seemed resistant to discussing the design and my questions, giving the impression of being inflexible and even becoming visibly frustrated. This lack of open communication was quite upsetting during what should be an exciting process. I did take a break during this appointment to re-set emotionally. Ultimately, we proceeded with my original tree idea, and I'm glad we did as I love the final piece. Despite the difficult interaction, I decided to book a second appointment in February because I genuinely admired Zezi's artistic style, hoping that knowing what to expect of her demeanor would help. This appointment, however, was largely a repeat of the first in terms of communication issues, and ultimately more problematic. I had requested a chamomile flower and provided inspiration images beforehand. Upon arrival, Zezi had designed a flower, but it wasn't chamomile. Despite my efforts to communicate what I was looking for and find common ground, working with Zezi on the design was very difficult. I essentially had to re-design the tattoo myself during the appointment to get it closer to what I had initially requested. Honestly, I regret getting this second tattoo done by Zezi; I have since had it reworked by another artist. Based on my experiences, it seems Zezi's process works best if you either give her complete artistic freedom or come with an extremely precise, non-negotiable design. She appears to be quite rigid and the collaborative design process I've experienced with other artists was absent. Beyond the design challenges, I also found the pricing structure confusing. Zezi states her pricing is clear and transparent, but I did not find this to be the case. Charging hourly for what felt like very short, rushed appointments was unexpected. For the chamomile tattoo, having to redesign during the appointment led to increased costs, even though the final design reflected my initial request. Additionally, there was a separate $200 "design fee" which I've never encountered before; typically, design work is included within the overall tattoo price. For contrast, I've since been getting tattooed at Fine Studio in Seattle, and the experience has been wonderful. They are highly collaborative, completely transparent about pricing, and allocate ample time for design discussion and adjustments. They foster an environment where you feel comfortable discussing your ideas and making changes without feeling like a burden. In summary, while Zezi is a skilled artist, be prepared for a potentially difficult and non-collaborative design process and ensure you fully understand the pricing breakdown beforehand. If you value open communication and collaboration in your tattoo experience, you might want to consider other artists. Updated June 2025: Zezi called me after I posted a Google review to ask me what she could do to make it better. I followed up a few weeks later to ask for a refund for the design fee and additional time spent (not the base price), since I ended up having to redesign the tattoo to be a chamomile. My request was declined. It's very difficult to raise a complaint during an appointment like this, especially after the experience I had with my first appointment (feeling like I was being yelled at, and needing to take a break when I started to cry). Moved review to one star for the customer service. read more

So happy with my fabulous birthflower piece. Just what I was hoping for, wonderfully clean and professional space and amazing talent. Great location. It's clear Zezi is big on the artist part of things and is so talented. Drinks and snacks available. Priced fairly. I'll be back for my mountain tatt or another on my bucket list! Thank you! read more

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I "found" @zizitattoo on Instagram when looking for a fine line tattoo artist in Seattle months ago. I've been following her work and decided to schedule my tattoo with Zizi (owner of Finer Things Tattoo) to commemorate a camping and hiking trip to Alaska. The booking process easy, and straightforward. The consultation at the beginning of the appointment was great - she has the design ready for me to see and open to edits - I didn't make any, love the design as created. The consultation also included placement and things to think about on the placement. The studio is very clean, minimalist aesthetic. And, unlike my first tattoo in Texas she showed me the needles in closed, sanitary packaging - along with the expiration date on each. Zizi is very professional and I am so happy she took on my design. Michelle from San Antonio TX! read more

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I am so excited to write this review and can't believe Zezi doesn't have more yelp klout. So here I am shouting to the yelpiverse "if you are in Seattle and want a fine line tattoo, come here immediately". She was fantastic to work with. It was an easy google form submission and consult over email to nail down the vision. I'm big on providing my tattoo artists lots of artistic freedom and Zezi did an amazing job brining my idea to life. She's a natural artist and cannot believe she's only been doing this a few years. What a pro. I'll be back. I can tell you that for sure because all those stencils on the wall are a vibe and I want like 20 more animals and mountains. She was super patient as my quad was spasming. read more

Zezi designed a stunning fine line piece for me based on the three key elements I wanted in the design. The shop is clean and peaceful which made the experience a calm and pleasant one. I will be back for a second piece to compliment my first. If you are looking for fine line work, she is the best! read more

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Zezi is a complete artist. I absolutely love my tattoo and the whole experience and vibe of her studio is calm and relaxing.

Zezi is amazing! A very fine tattoo artist, she takes the time to listen to your exact needs. Her space is welcoming, she'll feed you snacks until you leave, she's extremely easygoing, and she's funny! I highly recommend Zezi and her studio to anyone looking for a fantastic tattoo artist. read more

Couldn't be happier with the design and quality of my tattoo from Zezi at Finer Things Tattoo. She ensured I was comfortable and that I got exactly what I'd asked for! read more

Fantastic experience working with Zezi on a small, very personal tribute tattoo. From our first interaction, Zezi was both empathetic and professional. The day of experience was great- easy parking, beautiful and clean shop and just generally a comfortable and peaceful vibe. I absolutely love my tattoo and would not hesitate to recommend Zezi to others. read more

Zezi was incredibly kind, professional, and detailed. I love the three tattoos she inked for me and they are healing beautifully. The vibe is clean, professional, and accommodating. read more

I just got my first tattoo designed and tattooed by Zezi at Finer Things Tattoo. It was a great experience working with Zezi. She was responsive, friendly, and really great at her job. I am so happy with her work, I will definitely be back for more. read more

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Zezi is a true professional. Her space is clean and comfortable, and she walked me through the entire process, making me feel at ease after quite a long break from getting tattoos. She was patient with all my questions and her design was stunning. I would absolutely recommend her for your fine line tattoo. read more

Finer Things Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I was visiting Seattle and decided to get tattoos. I was lucky enough to get an appointment during my stay, this studio is usually fully booked so I recommend book your appointment ahead. It was my first tattoo, Zezi the artist and also the owner was very attentive and caring. She explained the whole process with me to make me feel comfortable. She created a beautiful tattoo art after patiently communicating with me about the design. My tattoo got a lot of compliments from my friends, they were all amazed by the details. I would say Zezi is the best fine-line tattoo artist in the area! I definitely recommend going here. read more

I have several other tattoos, and Zezi is hands down the best fine-line tattoo artist in Seattle. She communicates efficiently throughout the entire process, providing clear pricing and updates. I was initially a little nervous about the design, but she exceeded my expectations! Zezi made adjustments based on my preferences, and the final result was perfect. Her high-quality work is worth every penny! read more

I got my first tattoo with Leila at Finer Things Tattoo. I had the most wonderful experience and am SO happy with how it turned out! Leila refined the design so that it was exactly what I wanted and communicated in advance of the appointment. The private studio is located within Mosaic Salon and is quiet, comfortable and impeccably clean. They had snacks available and great music playing. When I arrived, walked me through the whole process, and was so kind and patient while we tried multiple different sizes and placements of the stencil. Thanks to Leila's gentle approach, the tattooing process barely hurt at all, and I'm healing up swiftly just a few days later. I'm so grateful to have had such a considerate artist with clear attention to detail and care for the client's well-being. Thank you for the stellar first tattoo! read more

Finer Things Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This was my first tattoo experience, so though a lot of this was my own lack of research/understanding of the process, I was not completely satisfied with how my session with Zezi went. I submitted an inquiry with a list of key features, and allowed for in-between levels of flexibility with design. I asked for a Western red cedar tree with sword ferns at the base and a hinge-box style birdhouse further up the tree. When I got there, the design did not include the majority of the features I listed. It was a completely different tree with a different style of bird house, and no sword ferns at the base. I should've ticked the "strictly like reference" option, but it was hard to tell how much flexibility was implied by the options listed on the form. I wish there were more back-and-forth questions about the design before the session, but there was no communication aside from scheduling/initial intake. She completely redesigned the tattoo in 20 minutes, but it should be noted that she just pulled from previous designs and photoshopped it into something that resembled what I wanted. For all future customers, just know that the custom design free does not entail a custom-drawn piece, it's just Zezi photoshopping elements together into your tattoo, and then free handing it in her style as she tattoos you. You will not know exactly what you're getting until the tattoo is already on your skin. The tattoo was done on the inner side of my left bicep. The actual tattoo didn't hurt, but the position she had me in + the way she pressed on my arm while drawing caused me to lose circulation to my hand. I was going completely numb every 10 minutes, and I needed to take a lot of breaks. I understand that this road block is annoying for any artist, but I wish she was more patient with my body's needs. I didn't feel like I had the liberty to ask for more accommodations; I noticed her getting more and more frustrated every time I moved or asked for a break, so I just powered through while completely losing feeling to my hand for 30 minutes at a time. I worry for any customers who have special health needs -- there was a point where I asked for a break and she just powered through for an additional 5 minutes despite my request, which was unprofessional. If I had any special health conditions/diseases that I forgot to mention, this could have been a major incident. I put a lot of thought and meaning behind the tattoo. She did ask me why I chose this tattoo in the beginning, and I gave a vague response intending to talk more during the session. However, she seemed very keen on getting this tattoo done efficiently and under a time limit without talking. If you are the type of client that would like to have a meaningful conversation about the tattoo as it's getting done, I would recommend seeking other artists. The tattoo itself is beautiful, and visually, l enjoy it very much. Zezi is still an incredibly talented artist and does good work. But, this process makes it feel bittersweet. I understand that allowing too much flexibility with the design was my fault, and I also understand not wanting to share designs for copyright reasons. But, my upset could've been avoided if she was more attentive/collaborative in her design process, or further described what flexibility means on the intake form. I feel her process is not great for first timers, especially if your tattoo has a lot of meaning behind it or has a challenging placement that requires patience/additional personal health flexibility. I would only recommend Zezi to experienced tattoo folks who enjoy giving the artist complete liberty over the request, and don't have any special needs when it comes to tattoos. read more

Finer Things Tattoo - The fresh tattoo, before saniderm - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I found this lovely shop and Zezi by chance and couldn't be happier I did. I knew what I wanted but had a very hard time articulating it and unfortunately I possess no drawing talents apart from awkward stick figures. Zezi asked me a ton of questions and made sure we discussed every detail big and small. I'm absolutely delighted with the result and am so grateful for the tremendous care she took. She's only been in Seattle a year - let's keep her as long as we can!! read more

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Fionna was amazing doing me and my moms matching tattoos. The studio was very clean and even had snacks :). She was very nice and we absolutely loved our tattoos. read more

Finer Things Tattoo - Tattoo by Fionna - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Highly recommend! Zezi's skill and professionalism are unmatched. She created a custom design that was exactly what I wanted, and her work is flawless. If you're looking for a talented artist who genuinely cares about her clients, go to Zezi read more

Wow!! Absolutely beautiful work. I am so happy with my tattoo. This was a very special tattoo, as it is in honor of a dear friend. The whole process was seamless. I highly recommend read more

Finer Things Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I am seriously blown away by Zezi's precision! I came to her with a pretty elaborate concept with tons of straight lines and she executed it beautifully. She was also so kind and the new studio is gorgeous with huge windows everywhere. Loved my experience with Finer Things! read more

Zezi did an amazing job on my first tattoo, a fine line snowdrop flower! I'm so happy with it!

I got my first fineline tattoo from Zezi and she was absolutely amazing . She perfectly understood what I wanted and also was kind enough to accommodate few changes. Extremely thankful to her! I love my new tattoo! read more

What. An. Experience! Zezi is not only talented, but created such a great experience for my sisters and I. We planned this appointment months in advance, after finding only two very skilled fine line tattoos artists. Zezi blew our wildest expectations out of the water! Our tattoos are so detailed and beautiful! She is thoughtful in her communication and technique. She is also so kind and sweet! I'll definitely be going back! Thank you again Zezi!!! read more

Finer Things Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This was my first real tattoo and I cannot emphasize enough how amazing the experience was! Finer Things Tattoo offers a highly organized, clean, and accommodating environment. Zezi is a highly talented, fineline tattoo artist. She is happy to work with you on your design, gives great advice, and super friendly. It is very clear she puts a lot of passion into her work. Zezi has tattooing down to a science and I can't imagine going anywhere else when I go to get another! read more

I had a great experience. She was very thorough and made sure I was very satisfied with my design, placement, etc before we ever started. She gave my 2 friends and I tattoos all under an hour and a half and we could not be happier with the results! She had great music playing which calmed me and kept my mind focused on the music instead of the tattoo! I will definitely be returning for my next tattoo. read more

Zezi is incredible - her work is absolutely meticulous and beautiful. From start to finish she was not only professional, but caring and more than capable. I highly recommend her work and can't wait to go back for another piece soon! read more

I got a fine line tattoo for the first time 6 months ago and I'm so happy I chose Zezi. Her custom designs are absolutely beautiful, and her attention to detail is simply amazing. I was in the studio for 4+ hours and she made me feel comfortable throughout the process. I went back for another one recently and her custom design was beautiful as ever!! read more

Zezi made me very comfortable as soon as I walked into the studio! She is very nice and welcoming. The studio was clean with good lighting. Zezi is very professional and communicated well to make sure I got the exact design I desired. She did an amazing job on my tattoo! I'm super happy with the result! read more

easy to book, quick communication, and friendly atmosphere! the studio was comfortable, clean, and decorated with Zezi's beautiful art. She was friendly, professional, and thorough. I'd definitely recommend her to others, and intend to revisit her for more art. read more

Loved everything about my experience! My tattoo is amazing and so delicate looking. I cant believe how much detail she got into it and love it so much. The place was extremely clean and so professional. Very impressed! read more