adam was absolutely amazing! he thoroughly explained everything that would be happening & he is so so kind & funny! he really knows how to connect with people & make his customers feel comfortable! could not recommend him more! i will be coming back for any other piercings id want read more

Dropped in for a walk in appt and was greeted with a smile. The process was easy and fairly quick. I signed documents/ waivers and the person helping me talked me through the sterilization process. Once I got into the room my piercer was friendly and very thorough. My previous piercing was not even on both sides and he took the time to show me several placements for my second hole to create the look I wanted. He walked me through some breathing exercises to preform to help decrease the pain. Before my visit I checked out the website which included the cost of the piercing ($80) for a second hole. Additionally, the website mentioned walk ins are welcome from Thursday - Sunday. My only complain about this shop was the lack of transparency on cost. Personally, I'm someone who prefers everything to be clearly listed black and white so I can review the information and make informed decisions without feeling pressured. At this shop, you need to ask about the price of each individual piece, which can be a little uncomfortable. I asked for quotes on a few jewelry options, and when I made my selection, I was told the jewelry would cost $30 but it ended up being $28 per piece, which came out to $56 for both ears. There was also a $36 charge for two titanium threadless labret posts (the backing, I believe), which I hadn't anticipated. On top of that, I was charged $10 for saline spray for aftercare, something that wasn't mentioned beforehand. In my head, I was estimating around $150 total, factoring in the $80 listed for the piercing and some variable jewelry cost. So walking out with a $211 bill was a bit of a surprise. I really wish the full breakdown, especially the add ons, was made more transparent either online or displayed clearly in the shop to avoid that kind of sticker shock. With that said, I'm very happy with my piercing and the overall experience. The staff was professional and kind, and the shop was clean and clearly run with care. I plan on coming back for future piercings and recommend it to others. read more

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Friendly and helpful assistance with some jewelry I was having issues installing in my ear piercings. Great atmosphere!

I can't say enough good things about this place! I love my piercings and will try everything I can to save them and get more. I've had a challenging medical year so the retainers have had to go in a few times and have also been bumped out "a few times" too. I thought my vertical rook-conch industrial was done for this time I woke up from septorhino revision and the first thing I noticed is my ear hurts like hell lol. Can barely talk. Nose is still in a cast and broken. I knew where to go. I came in looking like a monster but didn't feel judged here. Adam has always done a great job, but these were Winter's days. They clearly hold high standards for all their piercers very gentle with my ear and let me know what's going on no jump scares and they give honest assessment of the piercing. They saved it. They really saved my industrial. This one looked crazy angry I was so sure it was done for and salvaging whatever I could would be painful, but I didn't even feel a pinch. Great job! I can't wait for these to heal so I can get more :) and I will definitely trust them with the next set of spicy piercings I have planned. Also got a new chain and a dangling piece was really hoping to get hoops but they aren't ready yet and I trust their good judgement. Very pretty I'm so happy they had it in stock. Thanks Winter and Adam!! :) :) :) read more

Amory Body Arts - New dangling jewelry and chain installed after salvaging retainer :) - Piercing Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Had to get a rook piercing replacement and the gal at the front desk was so kind and patient with me :) she showed me the displayed jewelry hand allowed me to hold up to my ear to see sizing that would work best. Sent me home with a tool and lube to help with getting the earring in more easily. Love the jewelry selection and the great staff ! read more

I was able to easily make an appointment online for piercing services. I ordered three piercings, all ears. The piercer I got was the senior staff member, so I felt in good hands. He was very patient and answered all of my questions. He gave me the breath guidance to reduce anxiety prior to the piercing happening. I got good instruction and tools for after care. I felt comfortable while completing my payment and for the weeks during healing. read more

Hi, my name is Allie and I got my right side visible conscious piercing done here when I was with my friend up at Santa Cruz. His name is Cameron. He got his gauges put back in. They are a very friendly shop very welcoming professional and Adam did such a great job my conscious healing nicely, I would highly recommend them. thanks again, Adam read more

Amory Body Arts - That dark stood there that's my coach. It looks dark because of the lighting, but it's actually a dark blue green in person you can tell - Piercing Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

The piercers at Amory have quality jewelry and will really quickly and effectively change out jewelry for you -- if you are looking for a shop, that's not specifically tattoo focused, but it has more of an emphasis on high-quality piercing maintenance or jewelry, This is going to be your spot. I'm so grateful my friend recommended me to Amory, I called so many tattoo shops in Santa Cruz and nobody had a piercer there! read more

From the minute my brother and I walked in, to the second we left, the experience was phenomenal!! My brother and mom have for several piercings from this place and have also raved about it so I decided to get my nose piercing done! I went ahead and scheduled with an apprentice and she was amazing! The people up front were very welcoming and friendly and Maryanne (I hope I am spelling it correctly) who was the one who did the piercing! They were so sweet and patient and so very kind! This place is amazing, prices, the environment, the staff, everyone. Definitely recommend!! read more

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Súper amables y muy buena atención y cuidado hacia sus clientes, muy agradable experiencia! read more

Amory Body Arts - Piercing Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

We've been loving this place! I got my industrial and helix pierced by Adam, and today I did a jewelry change with Dan. We were intending to do a tongue piercing since I wanted to have it again after removing it more than 2 years ago. Dan thoroughly checked my tongue and the hole was surprisingly still there! They appropriately adjusted the charge to jewelry change instead of charging me for the piercing :) I felt like everything was explained very well and that even though I've had my tongue pierced before I shouldn't feel awkward asking any questions I had more piercings planned, but they have a limit for safety reasons. I really like the jewelry they have available all of the ones we've gotten so far look so cool and prices were very affordable. I'll post a picture of my tongue one today. read more

Amory Body Arts - Tongue piercing - Piercing Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Awesome crew! Friendly, helpful and professional! I will be back. The art is amazing! read more

Amory Body Arts - Piercing Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

This place is 5 star for sure. Professional, knowledgeable, understanding, careful, thorough, gentle, helpful, and respectful. I am a returning customer and will stay that way. read more

Hands down the best place for piercing, jewelry, and fantastic service. Every employee is kind, thoughtful, and patient. I have worked with Dan and Mateo who are both professional, courteous, and walked me through everything from piercing to a jewelry change. Adam (I think) who runs the front was just as welcoming and helpful. This place has a ton of awards and for good reason! Will always be a repeat customer. read more

I've gone here twice, once in 2018 to have the stretch my nose piercing open again when it closed after losing my jewelry. The second time was this week to get a second nose piercing. Making an appointment online was easy, they do ask you to prepay for the service which I was fine with. They are super clean, describe the whole process and take their time making you comfortable and picking out your jewelry. They didn't have any Diamond settings this time so I opted for a rose gold cubic zirconia stud , but you can order custom jewelry through their vendors at good prices so I am looking forward to that! Dan was patient, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable- making sure I was happy with placement and comfortable. This is my go to place- they are not the cheapest but that is not something I look for in blood related services ! Highly recommend them. read more

Amory Body Arts - My second piercing after a few minutes . My stud in front was from 2018 and is rose gold and Diamond. - Piercing Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Amory is the best! I have gotten 3 piercings here over the years and have had consistently good experiences. The staff is very professional, knowledgeable and friendly and the studio is clean and well decorated! I love all 3 of the piercings I've gotten here, and the jewelry they have for sale is great quality and does not tarnish. If you're looking for a trustworthy piercing studio in Santa Cruz county, this is the place! read more

Staff is super professional and friendly. my experience was very pleasant. I am completely confident about their competency and sterilization. The shop is nice and clean. I can't recommend enough . We'll worth the wait. read more

Loved the staff, loved the jewelry selection, and my helix piercings look perfect. I'll be back!

They were perfect. Very knowledgeable, professional and accommodating. Highly recommend

I initially traveled from Sacramento for a vacation, and I ended up getting a piercing here. Happy with my choice of this shop; the place was so beautiful! The staff was incredibly welcoming and made me feel completely at ease. read more

Wow, I had an awesome experience. I hadn't gotten a piercing in a very long time and decided to get my belly button pierced. The whole process was easy, informative, and comfortable for me. Everyone was so incredibly nice! Adam pierced me and he did it quickly and effortlessly. I can feel his genuine empathy. I really like my ring, and the facility itself is very clean, elegant, and inviting. read more

Have been meaning to write this for a while but keep forgetting..., however today I looked at my ear piercings again and was so so disappointed. I went there a few months ago to get a second hole on my earlobes and the guy who pierced my ears pierced the second hole parallel to the first one and crooked. It now looks so stupid when I wear earrings in my second hole and I'll have to let them heal up and get them repierced which means paying for another service plus jewelry. I feel like I wasted my money completely on this one. read more

I just had my piercings done at Amory Body Arts and I LOVE THIS PLACE. I had a wonderful experience! The piercings went so so smoothly, almost no pain at all. I got my cartilage, and two earlobes pierced (see pic). Both Adam and Dan were helpful from the very start of my appointment to the very end! The jewelry was beautiful, lots and lots of amazing options to fit your aesthetic - I went with a more minimal look. They are very understanding and accommodating about the selection process based on your ideal price range and aesthetic. I normally sweat this part the most, since I get nervous about inconveniencing the business for time and also not being able to afford the highest priced stuff, but here, it's no issue at all. Dan was my piercer and he was very knowledgeable. He made sure all the equipment was sanitized properly, which made me feel safe. He also gave me detailed aftercare instructions and answered all my questions. They both actually told me numerous times so reach out for any questions as they are always available for any further questions or concerns. I really felt they loved what they do and providing the best experience for each and every customer! I highly recommend this place and I will definitely be back for more piercings, I honestly now wish I had gotten my other ones here too. Oh well, lesson learned. read more

Amory Body Arts - Piercings :) - Piercing Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

I have recently moved to the area and lost my nose stud. The Armory was recommended and it was amazing. Upon arrival they were super busy and more people kept coming in. But all employees handled every guest with patience and kindness. Even for a simple stud replacement they far exceeded my expectations. I had always used the typical "L" shaped stud for my nose piercing, always losing it at night. The Armory set me up with a titanium piece with a back on it so it won't fall out along with a beautiful sparkly stud. I'm so happy with it and highly recommend Armory!! read more

It has been over three years since I had to remove a few of my piercings, during this time the holes closed. I made two back to back appointments with Dan. He took the time to connect with me during our short time together, and I felt very comfortable with him. If I decide to get more of my piercings redone I am definitely scheduling it with him. If you are considering Amory for your next piercing I say go for it! However, expect to book a couple weeks in advance. These guys are booked and busy for a reason. The shop is beautiful, clean, and has a gorgeous selection of jewelry. read more

I got my first piercing with the Amory crew back in 2018, and one of the first things I told them when I walked in the door was that I was getting pierced to overcome a lifelong phobia of needles. Now, almost four years later, and with well over 20 piercings from Amory staff, I can safely say I've conquered my fear and then some! Through my years as a client with Amory Body Arts I've had the incredible experience of getting to know all of their staff, and I can say honestly that Adam, Shelby, Dan, Madi, and Anthony are some of the most knowledgeable, professional, kind, and friendly folks out there, and I continue to make the 2+ hour trip down to see them for all my jewelry needs despite moving out of Santa Cruz a few years ago. When you get pierced at Amory, you're not just buying a hole in your ear and some jewelry. You're buying 15+ years of body piercing experience, supporting a local business that pays its employees equitably, and purchasing body jewelry that is safe, made ethically (in the US), and will literally outlast you. Every visit to Amory has been worth every penny. I'll let my pictures do the rest of the talking- if you want safe, expert piercings and stunning, quality body jewelry, then Amory Body Arts is the spot. read more

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I came in after playing with the idea of re-piercing my nose and getting my second ear re-pierced. The experience was amazing. Anthony greeted me and made me feel comfortable and we went over my jewelry options. Dan pierced me and it was such a great, chill experience. The professionalism, cleanliness, and friendliness was more than I expected. I'm so happy with my piercings and can't wait to come back to get more jewelry options. read more

Amory Body Arts - Single nostril nose piercing - Piercing Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Amory is clean, does a great job and makes you feel really comfortable. I have been many times and they always bend over backwards to make my experience a positive one. They are almost too knowledgeable and take as much time as you need to answer any questions you have. It's going to be more expensive than Claire's, but that's because they are professionals and they use high quality jewelry. I would highly suggest coming here for any piercing needs. read more

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I am a die hard loyal supporter of Amory after my most recent experience with them, but even before that I have had nothing but good interactions with every person who works there. They are so kind, knowledgeable, and patient; they take their time and never make you feel rushed. I called them about a piercing issue, and even though they were closing soon and slammed with customers they told me to come in and get it checked out because they were worried what would happen if I waited longer. They easily saved me from an expensive trip to urgent care, and kept the store open long past closing just to make sure I was ok. I'll never go anywhere else to get my jewelry and piercings, and I'll recommend them to anyone I meet. 11/10 you won't find a better place with better people. read more

The people who work here are the sweetest, most professional I've dealt with. They were so kind to my very nervous daughter, and did a great job on my own piercing. We will be going back when she's ready for her own. read more

I could not recommend this place enough! I'm literally sitting in the waiting room as my friend gets pierced writing this review! Just got my forward helix pierced by Adam. Shelby helped me pick out the jewelry, they are both AWESOME! Anyways, this place is so clean, so on top of their piercing game. Once you get pierced here you'll never want to go anywhere else. Piercing freak me out and this place made me want to come back and get more LOL! Their selection of jewelry is also amazing! read more

Amory Body Arts - WOOO!!! - Piercing Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

One of Santa Cruz's top local businesses worthy of love and appreciation throughout the COVID-19 era. As we sit out this next wave of shut-downs and regulations, I encourage people to purchase an egift card on their website to support and, once doors open and slots become available, make an appointment for whatever piercing and/ or jewelry need! Also, to generate some nose and ear envy, I've included a few photos that show the bedazzling curations and unique piercings I've received at Amory. And, while I may not have a lot of "space" left, they are always my go-to for customized pieces and updates to my evolving look! Not to mention, this business is one that supports our community in its efforts to create a more inclusive and loving world. Can't gush enough about their ability to make all feel welcome, loved, and appreciated for their uniqueness. read more

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Dan did my piercings and he is amazing! He explained everything clearly and made sure all my questions were answered. I felt totally comfortable. Everything is extremely clean and all the people who work here are delightful. read more

They have a great selection of jewelry and all of the employees are super friendly and knowledgeable. You do have to make an appointment, but it's worth the wait. The place is really clean and everything is very hygienic and high quality. read more

I cant say enough good things about this place! If you're looking for a professional, clean, & knowledgeable space to get your piercings done, this is the place to come. I have been going here for years & it's the only place I will get my ears pierced. Not only is the jewelry extremely high quality, but the staff is so helpful, maintaining an environment that you feel comfortable & open to ask questions. Dan is one of the best piercers I've been to! He makes the experience very pleasant while also facilitating an environment where you feel comfortable & confident in his ability as a piercer. He is very knowledgeable & takes time to explain the after care. I always know I'm in good hands! I came in with my friend & we both had a great time! Completely recommend this place! read more

I used to love this place, I have referred 100's people! I was needing to get new jewelry and I was so excited to come, but going over their strict rules, hidden pricing and protocols, I know that this place doesn't honor body autonomy and sovereignty. They are not "my body, my choice", they are "my body, their choice". No way coming here to support this business and won't suggest others to either. read more

Never been pierced before, (not even ears) and I decided to come here for my first nose piercing! I'll start off by saying that I've never felt more comfortable in any waiting room. The staff was super great at explaining everything and making sure I knew the game plan. I really loved how calm the energy was and I appreciated them showing me how they keep up their high sanitation standards. Highly recommend! My piercer was Adam and he was so great the whole appointment. He helped me find the best place on my nose and then let me sit with the dot until I was ready. It hurt less than popping a pimple. He's super talented and the placement was perfect. 10/10 experience. LOVED EVERYTHING read more

Amory Body Arts - Nose piercing from front angle - Piercing Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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I went in to purchase a simple single 14 kt. Gold ring. I was unsure of the measurement from the piercing, to the edge of my nose. He encouraged me *(for an extra fee) to have one of their staff put it in. I wanted to hold up the tiny ziplock bag to my nose to see which one would be the correct size. He would not help me figure out which size by giving a quick glance as I quickly pulled my mask down. Also, he was holding the bags so far away I couldn't make a good estimate. I bought one that I guessed at. $79.- I went to the car with the tiny ziploc bag and nose ring in isopropyl, and held the bag up to my nose. It appeared to be a tiny bit too small. I went back in to exchange the **unopened bag. He started to ring me up for the next size up , and I asked about the return?. He said they don't do returns. I explained the obvious, that I hadn't even opened the ziploc, or left the parking lot. Now I'm left with a nose ring I can't use and with tax, I'm out $84.00. No excuse good enough for this. I won't be going back or recommending this business, to anyone. read more

Amory Body Arts - 0.23 grams 14 kt. Gold. = $79.00 - Piercing Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Entire crew is amazing. Hospitality is amazing. Dan swapped out nose ring on one nostril, didn't even feel a thing. Not even tugging or anything lol. Re-pierced the other nostril as well. Clean, professional, friendly. Aesthetic was also a breath of fresh air. Owners are so down to earth. Recommend for any one wanting to get pierced. read more

I did my research regarding best places in Santa Cruz County to take my 80 year old mother to get her ears pierced after her original piercings closed up. Amory Body Arts came up on top of the list so we booked an appointment, earliest was about a week and a half out and I thought maybe just a fluke that they're so busy being so close to Christmas and all. When we arrived for our appointment the place was hopping with folks. I was impressed with how friendly and welcoming the staff was. We were immediately greeted, and walked through the process with some paperwork and jewelry selection to be made before the actual piercing appointment. The salon is decorated very nice, with lots of natural lighting and plants and nice jewelry displays. Staff was incredibly knowledgeable about materials used in the jewelry while engaging my mom in witty and fun conversation. She definitely enjoyed the vibe. Dan was her piercing professional who explained every step in the process and made sure to explain the sterilization methods, piercing technique, and aftercare like a master. We went away fully educated and ready to handle her newly re-pierced ears like Champs! Thank you to the staff, who made my mom feel so comfortable and engaged, after her appointment she was ready for some more excitement...who knows what's next?....tatoos?! read more