Crash Course

Crash Course: Replacing Body Jewelry Balls

It’s the most annoying and nerve racking moment in the life of a piercing.  Maybe you haven’t checked to make sure your jewelry is screwed on tight in longer than you thought, or maybe your favorit...
Piercing and Aftercare Information

Most Modified: United States Versus the United Kingdom

The US and England are two of the West’s leading countries in terms of body modification, but which nation reigns supreme in terms of the percentages? Here’s a few key points to consider: United St...
Holiday Jewelry

Brainstorm: April Fools and the Perfect Piercing Prank

For centuries, people have enjoyed playing practical jokes on each other on April Fools Day. Whether it’s putting saran wrap over the toilet bowl and waiting for your roommate’s panicked screams to...
fashion

Art Imitating Celebrity: Spring Loves Rooney Mara

Across runways debuting several designer collections during international fashion weeks, there seemed to be a common thread: Oscar nominated actress Rooney Mara as a muse. from left: Rooney Mara at...
Crash Course

Crash Course: Warm Weather Piercing and Aftercare

Today, March 20th, is the official first day of Spring, and warm weather means showing a little skin (pierced skin that is)!  So without further ado, it’s time to review just a few key points about...
Jewelry Fashion

Spring Florals: Belly Bearing Weather and Flowery Style

It’s finally here.  Spring!  And in honor of belly-bearing weather and budding blossoms, we’re breaking out some of the cutest floral belly rings for equal hours of day and night.  This Spring is a...
Alternative and Gothic Fashion Now

Alternative and Gothic Fashion Now: the Retro Goth

Who She Is:   Generally strong willed (though she may be the silent type), this rock goddess recognizes the beauty in simplicity.  Will styling that blends the best, most classic elements of retro ...
fashion

Art Imitating Celebrity: Effie Trinket as a Fashion Icon

Lionsgate’s newest film, The Hunger Games, hasn’t even hit theatres yet, but the pre-release of several images from the fashion-centric film may already be inspiring designer runway stylists to tin...
Crash Course

Crash Course: Basic Styles of Large Gauge Ear Jewelry

Large gauge jewelry, particularly for the ears, can be a little bit confusing to sort through.  So here are some of the basics to remember when buying for yourself or others. You can start at the m...