Urban Body Jewelry Blog

Why Forward Helix Piercings Are On Every Piercing Trends List

Forward helix piercings became popular after Chrissy Shull's black-and-white picture of a triple forward helix piercing went viral on Pinterest a few years ago. They’ve remained trendy ever since, ...

Delicate Ear Adornment: Everything You Need to Know About the Rook Piercing

If you’re looking for a unique ear piercing, a rook may be what you’re looking for. While its name makes you think of a chess piece or a type of bird, the piercing got its name from Erik Dakota, wh...

Flat Piercings Are En Vogue in 2024: Here’s Why We Love Them

The intricate world of body modification as we know it—with all its sparkles, colors, shapes, and motifs—can be traced back to ancient Mesopotamian communities. Ear piercing specifically is one of ...

What’s A Snug Piercing and Why Is It Unique?

Taking one dive into the captivating world of unique body modifications brings with it so many choices. Yet, we can't help but be intrigued by the snug piercing—a delicate yet bold cartilage pierci...

Nose & Septum Piercing Designs to Usher in 2024

As the curtain falls on 2023, and the New Year approaches swiftly, it’s the best time of year to reflect. No matter if it’s introspective or surface-level, reflecting can tell us about where we’ve ...

How to Select the Right Jewelry for Your Snakebite Piercing

So, you've decided to dive into the world of lip snakebite lip piercings. Or, maybe you’re trying to decide if snakebites are right for you. Regardless of where you are in the process, one thing’s ...

The Simple Guide to 12 Types of Lip Piercings

Lip piercings have come a long way from their tribal origins, evolving into a mainstream trend that has captured the attention of many. This rise in popularity of lip piercings is a testament to th...

5 Visually Rocking Trends in Septum Jewelry for 2023

The world of body modification is currently seeing a dynamic shift to bolder, more in-your-face (literally!) piercings. Specifically, septum piercings quickly emerged as a leading piercing trend of...

Edgy, Cool, Celebrity-Approved: A Glimpse into the World of Tragus Earrings

In recent years, the tragus piercing has emerged as a defining symbol of contemporary style and individual expression. While its popularity began in the 1980s, this tiny piercing has recently exper...

From Minimalist to Maximalist, Here’s 6 Daith Jewelry Styles You Have to Try

In the realm of body art, the daith (pronounced “doth”) ear piercing has emerged as a captivating and versatile piercing option. It’s hidden in the inner folds of ear cartilage, providing an opport...

What's Hot and What's Not – What to Look for in Fashion-Forward Piercing Jewelry for 2023

While we might be more than halfway through 2023 already, that doesn’t mean it’s too late to embrace the many fashion trends that have come with it. From the rise of early aughts fashion to the ico...

Rook Piercing Explained: How it Can Upgrade Your Body Art Game

The highlight of ear cartilage piercings is that there are no shortage of options. With so many natural folds and ridges that make up the ear, piercing the cartilage has become incredibly popular, ...

What Is a Smiley (Frenulum) Piercing and Is It Right for You?

As body piercings become more popular and commonplace, it’s difficult to find a truly unique type of piercing. Nowadays, it seems like everyone has their noses or lips pierced in some capacity—two ...