I went to Virtue & Vice to get my ears re-pierced after having them pierced 20 years ago. I had a…read morephenomenal experience at V&V from start to finish. They were extremely diligent in their adherence to sterilization protocols and examination of my initial piercings. Because of Randy's careful examination of my ears, only one ear needed a full re-pierce and the other ear just needed a slight stretch in the piercing. It was much less painful this time around than it was 20 years ago (w/a piercing gun at Claire's!). I had such a great experience here I would definitely return and get additional piercings! My ears healed well (different experience than the first time) and I'm excited to wear earring again!

Super friendly staff. I came in needing downsizing for piercings I got at another studio. They took…read morea look and suggested I wait another month, and didn't charge me for the visit since it needed more time. I came back after a month and got them changed out with no fuss in about 5 minutes. They answered my questions happily and were thorough in their responses. Love the vibes. My jewelry swap (didn't need to downsize after all) hurt quite a lot but I'm unsure if that was because they still weren't ready. The piercer did feel a bit rough when handling them but when I voiced the pain they slowed down and were more gentle.

Came here 2 times. Both for belly piercing, the second time my friend & I got our top & bottom…read morepierced. Both times the piercings healed well, and I will be returning for future piercings!

-CASH ONLY- But there's an ATM on location not sure of the…read moreATM fee but it's convenient that Knotty Headz thought to add one versus you having to run and grab cash. Anywho I originally frequented the Columbia, SC location but have since moved to Atlanta and figured the same professionalism and quality would be here as well and I was right. Don't remember his name I'm horrible with names but never forget a face. Older black man with locs deep warm voice like a dad lol. But he was great. I got a double nose piercing; two on my right nostril and he made the process fast and held conversation to take my mind off him basically stabbing me in the nose twice lol. I love the placement of them being side to side and he used this measuring tool to check his spacing. I was in and out of there in under 20 mins with paperwork, getting my license copied, paying, picking jewelry, piercing, and the aftercare talk. Clean studio, smells of incense not smoke like a previous review I saw stated. I came in on a Tuesday they do half off select piercings. Picked out two little studs 2 for $40 but if you want the basic traditional studs it's 2 for $20. All in all I'm highly satisfied with how I was serviced and I'll be back when I heal up to possibly change to a hoop. Or get a new piercing. Parking isn't the best. It's just a driveway bc this used to be a house. They could definitely use better parking as the main road is hella busy I had to turn my hazard lights on as I moved my car to let someone out who was there before me.

I've visited Kolo multiple times over the years, and every experience has been top-tier. I…read moreoriginally came in a few years ago to have a VCH piercing redone after receiving one with incorrect placement elsewhere. The piercer was quick, gentle, and precise -- the placement was perfect, and I've had no issues since. During that first visit, I also fell in love with their jewelry selection. I had been on the hunt for unique, exotic nose rings, and Kolo definitely delivered. Yes, their pieces are a bit on the pricey side, but the quality and variety are absolutely worth it -- 10/10 every time. The receptionist is one of my favorite parts of the experience. She has amazing energy, always gives thoughtful suggestions, and shares her personal experiences in a way that makes you feel heard and cared for. The bald guy that works there is also really cool -- calm, professional, and always pleasant on the phone. What I love most about Kolo is that they truly know their craft. They take anatomy seriously and won't pierce you unless it's the right placement for your body. That type of honesty and expertise is rare. I recently made the mistake of stepping out for a $10 belly ring special somewhere else... and it went south fast. I came back to Kolo, and they saved the day. This place is forever my home for piercings and jewelry. Can't recommend them enough -- true professionals who care about what they do.

I've been a customer at Kolos's for years, and they've consistently been outstanding. The team is…read moreincredibly knowledgeable and always prioritizes what's best for your healing and long-term health over quick fixes or instant gratification. Whether it's a new piercing or aftercare support, they take the time to explain everything clearly and ensure you're truly taken care of. You can trust that you're in expert hands here--this shop genuinely cares about its clients.

Sooooooo storytime…read more.. I've been wanting my ears pierced since I was in middle school. So many of my peers had them and I wanted them as well. Beyond my attempt to "fit in", I always felt it looked cool. Well, having pretty strict, traditional parents, I wasn't allowed to have any piercings or tattoos. After moving out for college, I eventually got the courage to get a tattoo and now I have so many, I've lost count. But I never got the strength to get my ears pierced. I was told that I was too old now to have them. I was also slightly traumatized from my childhood of being yelled at every time I would ask to get my ears pierced. I still would never want judgement from my parents or want them to think different of me, but I finally found the strength. I went into 2023 saying that this was the year that I was finally going to do the things I've been wanting to do for the longest. Prior to my arrival, I planned to go to a location that uses a piercing gun, until I researched that needle piercings are much better for several reasons. It was then that I looked up tattoo shops near me and this location came up. Coincidentally, my wife's friend got pierced here before, so it felt like fate. My Piercing Experience: This shop is cool. I was then greeted by the staff and asked what services I wanted and given consent forms to sign as well as pricing options. For me, one ear lobe is $50. Both ear lobes is $75. I then picked out what earrings I wanted for the piercing ($10/earring). Once called back, my piercer Bryt, was super cool and super friendly. She explained the process and the healing process. She even gave me some breathing tips that would help calm my nerves during the piercing. I know it sounds crazy, but I truly hate needles. Once she cleaned my earlobes, she placed spots on my ear with marker to mark the location of the hole that would go in my ear. Once I confirmed and she took a second look, it was time to go. She did it so fast, I barely event felt them. It felt like a toddler thumping my ears. LOL. Once leaving, she offered the sterilizing solution, which they sell for $15 in store. Overall, I truly enjoyed my experience. If you're considering getting pierced or getting your child pierced, go see Bryt. She's the best!

Saw Maria today to get my nose studs changed out for rings (I've been saying I was going to do this…read morefor years), a helix piercing, & a rook piercing (I had both in the past but took them out well over a decade ago). She was super nice & easy to talk to & asked me how I was doing the whole time even though I'm a natural redhead & we have a bizarre tolerance for pain. I went with basic jewelry to start, but I'm gonna get something more flashy once they heal. It was about $200 with tip for the services & jewelry which is honestly less than I was expecting. The studio was bright & clean. There were 2 tattoo artists there who were also really nice. Will definitely be back to get fancier jewelry & more piercings from Maria.

Updating this review and giving five stars even if I had my piercing removed, I think the owner of…read morethis salon knows what's shes doing. The person who removed my cartilage piercing said my hole was perfect, no bumps. And in the past I've had issues with bumps and infections not only from my own lack of care but probably from the shop I used to go to too. Even though I was too lazy to take care of my cartilage piercing it was healing correctly and I'm glad that I had a good experience here with Christina . If I ever decide to be responsible enough to actually take care of my piercings I'll come back here but for right now I don't have the time to take care of any new piercings. Love this place though

My husband and I walked in today and instead of a friendly greeting the owner Christina quickly…read moreasked us (with an attitude) if we had an appointment and as soon as we said no she didn't give us a chance to even say we just wanted to look at their jewelry and prices before cutting us off saying we needed an appointment and they were booked up until 6 something that day. When I finally had the chance to say why we were there she said it wasn't possible for us to look around because they are an appointment only shop. I get businesses have policies and she may have been overwhelmed with the load of the day but her delivery was very rude and off putting. It's unfortunate because we would have booked an appointment if we saw what we were looking for but I wouldn't trust someone so rude to pierce my skin.

Great tats and piercings every time! Artists with big backgrounds and their protégée.read more

I was looking for a spot to get a tattoo as a walk-in while on my trip. Jason was AMAZING, super…read morekind, he's been in the business for 25 years, and did an amazing job. I'll never forget this moment thank you guys!

The walk through the door WAS AN EXPERIENCE. The owners ARE amazing. Their expertise made this…read moreexperience comfortably. The selection was overwhelming, but I liked the positive feedback that was given about choices I made, versus what I wanted. The piercing was quick & painless. I appreciate the quality of jewelry and the sanitizing of all the equipment. I will return sooner than later, and I've given all the information to my friends.

My sisters and I scheduled our sister tattoo appointment a month in advance, excited to return as…read morerepeat customers after getting piercings and jewelry from this same shop. Unfortunately, what we experienced was nothing short of disappointing, disrespectful, and unprofessional. We arrived 15 minutes late--not ideal, but there was no phone number provided and the artist, Candi, had previously told us not to email her, leaving no way to communicate. When we walked in, we were greeted by her husband (who we'd never met) with a condescending comment calling us the "late girls." That set the tone for the rest of the visit. Instead of being met with understanding or even a polite discussion, we were dismissed entirely. Candi coldly told us that none of us would be getting tattooed that day, with zero compassion or professionalism--despite one of us traveling from North Carolina just for this appointment. She never even showed us our tattoo designs beforehand, so we had no opportunity to review or approve them. To make things worse, when we emailed afterward to express concern, the only response we got was pointing out that our message came in at 11:59am for a 12pm appointment--as if that excused the lack of courtesy or basic customer service. There was no apology, no acknowledgment, and no attempt to make things right. It's worth noting: we were sent three different confirmation emails with two different appointment times, and we were made aware of other clients scheduled immediately after us--which is entirely unprofessional and not our fault. If you overbook yourself, don't take it out on your loyal customers. We came in excited for a meaningful experience--a sister tattoo that symbolized our bond--but we left feeling belittled and unwelcome. The entire atmosphere lacked warmth, gratitude, and respect for clients who have supported this business before. If you value kindness, communication, and professionalism, this is not the shop for you. The experience was a clear reminder that skill alone doesn't make a great artist--attitude and respect do.

Working with Lew is always a pleasure, and he is absolutely my favorite artist I personally have…read moreever worked with. creative, solid design and craftsmanship, cannot complain. Also the shop is quite clean and organized and really makes you feel comfortable. would recommend to anyone without hesitation.

Blake was awesome to work with for my first tattoo! They have a clean, comfortable office and the…read morework was quick. I'm very happy with how it turned out!

So far, Adam has done six of my tattoos and I will continue going to him for as long as I live in…read moreGeorgia. He does an excellent job of transforming what's in your head into inked reality. He's great to talk to while you're getting your tattoo done and it makes the hours of pain bearable. The shop itself is very organized and clean and the staff is always very professional and friendly. I don't believe they do piercings here, but if you're looking to decorate your body with art then this is the place to go.

I had a great experience here. They paid tons of attention to my design and were patient about…read morepositioning it. Tattoos hurt of course, but really nice, easy conversation made it go by quickly and easily. I work in personal care and sanitation concerns are the most important to me, and in addition to the artistry, I was pleased to see that everything was disposable, opened right in front of me, tools and furnishings were masked off correctly, and I felt safe and relaxed here. I look forward to my next visit!!