Body Jewelry History

Body Jewelry History: Mardi Gras and the Flower of France

Most of us recognize the fleur de lis as a popular symbol associated with the celebration of Mardi Gras, particularly within the confines of its epicenter, New Orleans.  But this pretty little symb...
Body Jewelry History

New Myspace: A Social Evolution

Nostalgia is a word that comes up when I think about Myspace. It is the social phenomenon that changed the world. I imagine you probably had a Myspace account, that you now only access to LOL at ol...
Jewelry Fashion

Stretching Fashion Flash: Dark Nature

Stone Cold Black gemstones don’t just make whoever wears them look cool as a cucumber, they also have metaphysical uses in accordance with several parapsychological beliefs.  Black agate, for insta...
Piercing and Aftercare Information

Body Modification Overview: Labret Piercing Styles and Standards

Piercing: Since a portion of the jewelry will rest inside the mouth, when receiving a lower lip piercing your mouth will be disinfected inside and out, usually with a mouthwash and a liquid disinfe...
Body Jewelry History

Body Mod Trivia Moment: Knowledge is Power

Ready for a couple of modification stumpers to exercise the old noggin?  Answers are listed in the key below, but no peeking!  Here we go: 1. Why is piercing of the cartilage that lies just above t...
Pick of the Day

Body Jewelry Pick of the Day: Cherry Chill

February is National Cherry Month, and we’re flashing our most fabulous fruity pieces for a celebration that’s sweet.  Cherries are packed with powerful vitamin compounds called antioxidants that h...
Jewelry Fashion

Super Bowl 47 Fashion Win: Rooting for the Ravens

Congratulations to the Baltimore Ravens on their sweeping Super Bowl win.  At times it was a close call, but the black and white birdies emerged victorious.  Ready to root for a merry Maryland seas...
Jewelry Fashion

Body Jewelry Update: Swingin Spring Break

The snow is finally starting to melt, and famous P.A. groundhog Punxsutawney Phil failed to see his shadow early this morning, prompting hurrahs for an early Spring.  So since visions of tropical v...
Piercing and Aftercare Information

Body Modification Overview: Septum Piercing Styles and Standards

  Piercing: Unlike most other common piercings, the septum piercing will often be performed while the subject sits rather than laying down.  Any number of accoutrements may be employed depending on...