I really enjoyed my time at Kolo yesterday. Was able to make a same-day appointment with Lee, who was an adorable person. The shop is spotless and I like the minimalist decor with traditional masks. Adam's demeanor was very soothing and pleasant - although some reviews say otherwise, I totally disagree with them. The range of jewelry options was way beyond my expectations, including fine jewelry. They had exactly what I wanted and I'll be back to buy different 14k gem studs for my nose. GiGi is a really cool lady, of course, I think everyone can agree that she rocks. In summary - kind, sterile, safe, and easy experience, 10/10, will be back. read more

Called and got a same day appointment for two new piercings, and to replace jewelry. The person at the counter helping me pick out my jewelry was really nice and patient. And my piercer was amazing!! He was so jolly and funny totally put me at ease with his nice conversation and good vibes. this is definitely my new piercing home! read more

I am a repeat customer of this joint and really love the vibe it has in little 5 points. The jewelry they have on display is fantastic and the options for starter pieces is pretty good if you're willing to fork over the cash for it. I've gotten 4 lobe, my conch and a surface tragus piercing. I had all of mine done with Kyle who is very meticulous and made sure my lobes were even on each side. Loved that. My surface tragus was done very well. He used the 90 degree anchor which has the least chance of migration and rejection. Yay. And my conch. Nothing special to report there. I've had to return for 3 concerns. One of my gems had fallen off my surface tragus because it wasn't screwed in tight enough. Had to pay $5 but they fixed that. Second, my conch ripped through my ear. $5 put it back in. Third, my surface tragus was beginning to reject so I asked them to remove it. I've been to other piercing studios that don't charge anything if it's a concern that's easily rectified. I am an avid tipper and you pay for parking to go to this place so just FYI if you've got your jewelry you're paying $5 to park $5 to have a little fix and then a tip a good $5. You're looking at $15 for a problem that may not have been your fault (mainly my first concern). But that's just FYI and my opinion. Love this place and will keep going. The knowledge of the staff and their attentiveness to detail is superior to the other studios I've been to. read more

Kyle was awesome! He was very welcoming and the piercing only stung for a second. I would refer anyone this place because they are just that good. read more

I've had 3 piercings done at Kolo. GiGi is the absolute best. She's super calming and relaxing. She takes her time with you and makes sure you understand the healing process before you leave. Pre-pandemic, you could be waiting for hours, but it was totally worth it. They're appointment only now so be sure to call first. I'll definitely be back soon. read more

THE BEST PLACE EVER PLEASE COME HERE. I had a horrible experience with Rowan piercing where the lady embedded the earring into my ear. They told me to go to urgent care but I came to kolo instead. They gave me options if I wanted to let my ear heal or save it. I chose to try and save the piercing. GIGI was amazing. She talked me through everything. Was honest and told me everything I should have and should be doing with my ear. Thanks to kolo my ear is completely healed and they saved my piercing!! No longer left with a torn infected ear thanks to them! read more

This is just a quick note to say that I got my ear piercing done at Kolo back in the middle ages, and it's still awesome and kicking. Healing took a while but it's been golden ever since. Thanks Kolo! read more

got my first piercing here they were very nice and professional. walked me through the whole process

I had looked at a few other places online, but I was already going to be in the Little 5 Points area that day, so I decided to stop in. Going to Kolo was one of the best decisions I've ever made! I was SUPER nervous about getting the piercing done, or even going up to the counter and asking for it. But as soon as I spoke to Kyle behind the counter, I knew I'd go through with it and have a great experience. I picked my jewelry (what Kolo is known for other than their immensely experienced piercers) and Kyle explained the sterilization procedure to me, copied my ID, and went over aftercare and healing. After that, the wait was about 25 minutes. Not bad at all for a walk-in. I cannot praise Kyle enough! He was very calm and gentle with me, and he even let my friend come back with me and hold my hand. Kyle explained every thing he was doing and instructed my breathing. He said he was the least experienced piercer there, and he had been doing it for 19 years! It turned out great, and I have never been so happy with a piercing. Please please go to Kolo for all of your piercings and jewelry! read more

Absolutely not. Really weird vibe and energy from the two ladies that were behind the counter. Went in with my wife and we were immediately greeted very nicely. No complaints there. We waited like twenty minutes (it was not busy at all) for the young lady to ask me what I was looking for. I told her what I needed and she quickly brushed it to the side saying " we don't have many". And very much left it there. Mind you... there are cases of jewelry all over the store. I said " May I see what you have" she tells me "one minute". She proceeds to turn around and say to the other lady " he wants said item". I guess she made a face it said something because the lady says to her " it's okay, it's going to be alright" and turn and look at us. They continue to do whatever they were doing and my wife and I were invisible again. We waited a few more minutes. Still no service. We walked out. Don't even bother. read more

They're pretty great! I got a new nostril ring and my skin reacted badly; I came to kolo for better options and they're advised me to go back to my stud until it was better! My only complaint is if I have to call to make the appt, call at the door, and do all the Covid protocols, then see ppl at their schedule time. Then again, they had 1 person doing piercings! read more

It was a very nice piercing shop with beautiful displays and a great selection of jewelry options. I went on a Saturday night and it took 45 minutes to an hour for me and my 3 friends to get piercings. I did my nose which ended up being about $52 total, which I felt was a very reasonable price. Kyle was my piercer and he was very friendly and funny and he walked me through what he was doing while sterilizing my nose. It was super quick and didn't hurt much. I've read other reviews here saying the customer service was terrible but fortunately my experience here was very good and the workers were pretty nice. I would come back again for another piercing and would recommend it to friends. read more

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So service was great last September, i Wanted new rose Gold jewelry for my nose piercing and septum piercing. I spent about $450 on both of them and yesterday I scratched my nose and my septum piercing apparently snapped and flung out of my nose. I've never changed the jewelry, and there has never been anything traumatic that has happened to it that could have caused this type of weakness. Now I go to call them to ask if there is anything they can do or have any sort of policy for jewelry and their listed phone number doesn't work? read more

Kolo - Piercing Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I'm from Cali. I like the vibe here. It kinda reminds me of the Haight. KINDA! Everyone is friendly and they have a life time guarantee on jewelry. My opal stone fell out of my nose ring and they took it back with no problem and I got another one of equal value for not extra cash. Of course if I wanted another of higher value I would pay the difference. I respect there policies around the only one person and the mask and stuff. I'll be back! read more

Incredible experience. Complete professionalism across the board. Good advice and safety first at each turn. These folx are tuned in to what makes every aspect of a piercing work. Relaxed vibe, serious focus. And the aftercare instructions work. Follow them! Could not be happier. read more

BEST piercing place in ALL of Atlanta. I love this place so much!! Gigi has done all of my piercings except for one. This place prides themselves on cleanliness, correct healing, and great customer service. I will not go anywhere else in Atlanta. You may have to wait sometimes, but that's only because they take their time with each and every customer. Thank you Gigi, Adam, and Kyle!!!! read more

I have been coming to Kolo since my friends introduced me to this shop 10 years ago. Gigi is probably the kindest, most professional piercer I have gone to. I've strayed to other shops, but I almost always end up coming back here (mostly to replace the piercing another shop did). My most recent piercing I got was my tragus redone. I was able to look at an extensive selection of jewelry and customize a size to my liking. I feel like you pay for quality, although to be honest, I think their diamond and gold selection is a bit over priced. I picked a stud to get pierced with, after having a bad experience with a captive ring somewhere else. Gigi was so gentle, and she distracted me while she did it, so I didn't feel the pain too much. I love my tragus, it's healing well. read more

Kolo - Tragus piercing, it was around $60 - Piercing Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Friendly and helpful staff at the front. They help pick out jewelry that fits you perfectly. Super clean establishment with reasonable pricing. The best part is GiGi is very kind and helps keep you relaxed during the piercing process. read more

A day ago, one of my nipple piercings' ball-bearing came un-screwed. I called Kolo and set up an appointment the following day. Leah fit me in with no problem, although they were busy as heck as always. I decided to switch out both nipple piercings with rings/loops and move up from 14 gauges to 12 gauges. Kyle made it so effortlessly and did an phenomenal job in switching both piercings out. I'll definitely be back to shop and for any additional piercings. I highly recommend Kolo's to anyone who wants to get a first time piercing or additional ones! read more

This was my second time at Kolo and I can't speak on it enough how much I love this place! Back in October 2019 I got my nose pierced. Adam at the front helped me pick out jewelry and walked me through cleaning and caretaking of my new piercing. Everything was handled so efficiently. This woman, whose name I don't recall, pierced me and she was really friendly and kind. Today, Kyle pierced my nips and I just adore him! I was nervous and he talked me through the steps. He kept everything professional and was super personable. They aren't doing septum piercings right now due to COVID, everyone wears a mask, and no visitors allowed. I can back an establishment committed to the health and safety of their staff and their clients. What a rad place. Beautiful selection of jewelry, STERILE processing, amazing and knowledgeable staff....fuck yeah. They've got my business and I will absolutely refer friends. xoxo Mary read more

Coming from out of town and needed some emergency jewelry for my industrial. Found these guys on Yelp and called to make an appointment due to covid. The place is clean and only one person allowed at a time. I came in and right off the bat, the guy up front is super pretentious and talking smack about the customers. The piece ran about 35 dollars for JUST jewelry, no piercing, basic steel. I asked about nipple piercings, they told me it would cost $70 for ONE. . This place is clean and cute inside but the prices and unprofessional staff really aren't worth it. read more

Standard practice at Kolo is to use implant grade titanium jewelry, autoclaved needles and materials, and all piercers are APP members. Gigi and Kyle have pierced me multiple times, and they're some of the nicest people I know. This is a great place to go for anyone who's getting their first piercing. Adam, the bald guy up front, can be a little intimidating, but he's not mean or anything. They did an excellent job on my rook and all of my lobe piercings. After I got my fourth lobe piercing done, I realized my third was a little out of alignment, and they repierced it for free. Great customer service and great quality of piercing. I love this place so much I've been considering getting a few more piercings just to have an excuse to come in and say hey. read more

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The piercer was very nice and patient but the guy at the front (bald head)? Rude, no customer service and not a single smile from minute "one" to the time you leave. If it weren't for the wonderful lady that did my piercing, I would've given 0 stars. read more

I came across Kolo when looking for a well reviewed piercing shop to get a forward helix done- I've made the mistake of trust a small mall jewelry retailer that pierces with a gun when a needle should have been used and had a hell of a time trying to get my piercings to heal. This little spot is over in Little 5 Points and has a great collection of jewelry for piercings or gauges with reasonable pricing. The atmosphere is eclectic, friendly, knowledgeable and helpful staff. I was even allowed to bring a friend with me to the back room when getting my piercing done (because I'm a little bit of a scaredy cat like that). The place was spotless, very sterile and clean. I was walked through every step of the process and observed all the tools used being pulled from sterile packaging. The instructions for cleaning and healing were very detailed and helpful. For a forward helix the heal time is estimated to 6 months, which I'd say is accurate. I had no issues with the healing or cleaning process and will definitely be going back to Kolo for additional piercings and for changing out earrings. I will suggest making an appointment. I walked in on a Friday early afternoon and had about an hour wait for my timeslot due to only 1 staff member onsite performing the piercings. However, if you want a piercing done right, and sterile, the wait time is worth it. read more

The piercers are very knowledgeable and friendly but the front desk customer service is always subpar. The man at the front desk never has a pleasant attitude , very dry and seems uninterested just wants to take your money and the jewelry is overpriced . Customer service is everything and they don't have that AT ALL read more

I got my nose pierced and it was virtually painless. All my questions were answered and I felt totally safe and comfortable. You have to make an appointment but that was no problem. There was a short wait before I was called and the service was quick. read more

Went in for nipple piercings and I'm super glad I came here! The receptionist was super helpful and informative! Pretty simple process! Gigi was my piercer and OH MY GOD! She is like thee best piercer I've ever had! Super Tedious and attentive! I've been able to sleep on my boobs without it being painful! Would recommend! read more

Wonderful energy, knowledgeable staff. I love the set up and the accessible info. Can't wait to come back! My new go to!

AWESOME experience!! This was my first piercing, other than ears. I was a little nervous, but both the front staff + Kyle guided me through everything flawlessly. They have an extensive selection of jewelry from which to choose. My wait was about 30 minutes on a Monday afternoon. If you have the flexibility, I would suggest trying to go during the week. Weekend waits can be multiple hours- because they are so good. Once taken back to the piercing room, I was thrilled to see the cleanliness of the space. Kyle was FANTASTIC + explained the process entirely. The lengths he went to for ensuring sterilization were awesome. He even let my husband come back to hold my hand. :) The piercing was done swiftly + professionally. After care was thoroughly explained. I cannot say enough great things about this shop. It's perfect for first timers or veteran piercers. read more

I got my nose pierced for my Bday and everything was well done by this place. Very cautious with their intakes and appointments. They locked the door behind every appointment. No more than 5 customers in the building. Mask are required. It was a bit of a wait even with appt because there was one lady piercing (forgot her name but I believe she is the owner). A nice, clean, professional experience. read more

Gigi was awesome. I was super nervous to get both of my nipples pierced but she made me feel so at ease. I had to wait about 45 minutes but I think that's just because they help people with putting jewelry in, in between appointments. But back to Gigi.. She was professional, friendly, and took time to make it as seamless of an experience as possible. I'm not gonna lie... that s**t hurts and Adam at the front isn't the most bubbly guy.. But it was worth it and the over all experience was great PS. Don't be discouraged by other people's screams lol read more

I have had my nose pierced since 2012 but my septum kept getting irritated from the L-shape of the nose ring. I went to Kolo about a year ago and replaced with a gold hoop. I was very well taken care of by the lovely GiGi. She was professional yet patient and spoke to me through the entire process. I went there again 2 days ago for a flat-back stud, so I wouldn't "touch" my nose as often. Luckily, there was wonderful GiGi again with her beautiful Jade earrings and awesome personality, ready to assist. I had no appointment, but they were still kind enough to accommodate me. I even ended up purchasing nose hoops that I now wear as toe rings...LOL. Excellent staff. A must go if your in ATL and in need of piercing! BTW, very sanitary and felt safe while visiting during COVID. read more

Kolo - New 'flat back' nose stud. - Piercing Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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I'd had my nose pierced twice previously - once for my 30th birthday and again at age 41. Both times the holes didn't heal properly and remained irritated until I removed them. I had no reason to believe it would be different now that I'm in my 50s, but my sister had a great experience, so we made it a family outing. My mom and I got nose piercings, and my sister and daughter got additional ear piercings. The instructions I received at Kolo for care were simple but effective. The woman who pierced my nose was great - I felt an initial pinch and that was it. No bleeding, and no pain at all afterwards! It's two weeks later and I fully expect to heal perfectly. Thanks Kolo! read more

I went to this cool shop near little five Points and the staff was extremely friendly and nice. Clean facility. Everyone wore a mask. Which was great. I came in around January 2021 for a few piercings and decided to just go with my nipple piercings. Kyle was polite and gentle. Made me feel comfortable and did my piercings quickly. The piercings were painful as ever I must admit. (Which is ok) It is a piercing. His method for my nipple piercings was different. I layed back on a table. (Which was ok) When he was done he handed me a mirror to check them out. And when I looked down they appeared to be crooked.... I assumed that my nipples were a bit swollen from the painful procedure but with months and much care they are actually not straight at all. Which blows my mind... it can't be fixed. My bar bells are not straight -they are both crooked which is disappointing. Almost as if he pierced my nipples way too close to my breasts. This was not my first piercing so I was a little shocked on Kyle's method of piercing my nipples. I now have to live with this but had to say something. Luckily my breasts are beautiful even with the crooked piercings. Crooked indeed. I wanted to return here for more piercings but now I'm afraid to go back to this location :( read more

Sometime last year, I got my nose pierced at a dope upscale piercing studio in Denver,Colorado. I was in love with my new addition! Fast forward to me being in Georgia with my family, I woke up with my nose ring missing . Fortunately I found Kolo on yelp, and even though it wasn't my first choice. I'm glad this is where I went and honestly, I shouldn't have been going anywhere else!! I wasn't a big fan of the front desk guy. His energy was too drab to be in a customer oriented service. Idc what type of lifestyle you lead or what your culture is. A smile or some kind of warmth with people paying money in your establishment goes a long way! The best part is, my piercer Kyle was DA BOMB!!!!!! He knew his shit. I was taught a little bit of the science behind my nose piercing and the healing process down to my layers of skin and membranes and alla that. Kyle even was riddling off the best piercing salons in different states that are true to their craft. My big sister was with me and well were all able to have a convo and vibe. The piercing was fast and damn near painless. If you are getting pierced in Atlanta or nearby, you NEED to come here! This is officially the spot me & my sister are recommending to everyone. My business will be back and my nose ring is healing perfectly. Thanks again KOLO!! read more

The staff at Kolo were able to fit us in due to a cancellation and were super helpful! They have the best selection too! They helped brighten up our day after a disappointing start at another tattoo/piercing place. I will definitely patron this place again! Thank you for your great customer service. read more

I really enjoyed my experience here today . I got my nose pierced with jewelry and the cleaning product , it came up to $75 . Plus , my piercer was really cool, easy to talk to , professional , friendly . I'll definitely be back. read more

I visited kolo for the first time after reading all of the great reviews and I'm so glad I did! The employee's were super friendly and nice. I had the vch done by GG and she is amazing! She made me comfortable and the procedure was quick and painless. I will definitely be going back! Thank y'all read more

There is no better piercing studio in Atlanta. These are the most professional, experienced and kind piercers in Atlanta. I have been here to have my nose and multiple ear piercings and every experience has been great! read more

Kyle was very nice and professional. He noticed something up with one of my piercing and took time to correct it. I would definitely recommend this place. read more