Piercing - Before My Appointment

What should I know before my appointment?

How do I book a piercing? 

Simply head over to our piercing booking page here.

Can I visit a store for a piercing without making an appointment? 

You can pop in on the off chance that we have a space although appointments are best made prior to your visit to avoid disappointment, and you can book just here. 

Can I share my appointment with someone? 

Each appointment is for one person only. If you’d like to get pierced with a friend, please book two appointments or Ear Party for Two.

What ID do I need to bring with me?

All appointments: All customers are required to bring a valid photo ID to the appointment as we may need to verify your age. 

We accept:

• Passports
• Driving Licenses (including provisional)
• PASS Accredited IDs
• EU National ID cards. 

If you aren’t sure if your ID will be accepted, please contact us to confirm. 

Your photo IDs must be in date and we cannot accept photocopies or images.

If you are under 18, you must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Both you and your parent/legal guardian must bring a valid photo ID. You must also bring proof of guardianship. 

You must be at least 10 years old. 

Can you pierce me without ID?

No. If you are unable to provide a valid photo ID, or proof of guardianship if under 18, we will be unable to proceed with your piercing. We’d be happy to rebook you for another time.

What age restrictions apply? 

UK Studios - Under 16? 

• You must be at least 10 years old to get pierced. As well as bringing your own government photo ID, you must also be accompanied by your parent or legal guardian at all times during your appointment. Your parent or guardian must also bring their own valid photo ID. 

US Studios - Under 18? 

• You must be at least 10 years old to get pierced. As well as bringing your own government photo ID, you must also be accompanied by your parent or legal guardian at all times during your appointment. Your parent or guardian must also bring their own valid photo ID. 

Proof of Guardianship:  Your parent or guardian must also bring their own valid photo ID.  If the last name or addresses on your photo IDs do not match, you must bring proof of legal guardianship to your appointment as well. For example a birth certificate or adoption papers. 

Under 15? 

• We are only able to offer lobe piercings to customers who are between 10 and 14 years old. You must be 15 or older for helix, forward helix, tragus or conch piercings.

Can you pierce my child?

Yes! We pierce children from the age of 10 upwards. They must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian for the duration of the appointment, and both the child and parent or guardian must bring ID. Please read our FAQs for more information on what to bring to your appointment. Please note we can pierce the following locations on your child's ear:

• Ages 10 to 14: Lobe piercings only.
• Ages 15 and over: Lobe, helix, forward helix, tragus or conch can be pierced.

Do you offer a special appointment for children/first time piercings?

We know getting your first piercing is an important milestone, and we’re here to make it special. You can book a ‘First Piercing Appointment’ if your child is under 16 and is having their first piercing. During this 30 minute appointment, our expert piercers will ensure a memorable experience, taking time to ensure your child is comfortable and happy. 

Can I be pierced if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?

No, we are unable to pierce you if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

Can I use a gift voucher on my piercing appointment?

Monica Vinader gift vouchers are redeemable on the piercing service and piercing earrings at our standalone boutique.

Can I use a my Keyworker/birthday discount code? 

Although you are not able to redeem your discount code on the piercing service fee, you can take advantage of your discount code on full price piercing earrings and Jewellery purchased during your appointment at our standalone boutiques.  

Are your piercing studios wheelchair accessible? 

We are happy to advise that the following locations are wheelchair accessible: 

• Chelsea
• Marylebone High Street
• Canary Wharf
• Selfridges London   

Unfortunately, our Covent Garden and Mayfair piercing studios are not wheelchair accessible. 

Which studio is best for privacy?

We have a discreet piercing studio in both our Mayfair and Covent Garden locations, which will offer a more private experience. 

If you have a preference for a female piercer, our Mayfair studio has an all female piercing team.  

Can I get pierced with any Monica Vinader jewellery?

Only our exclusive piercing jewellery range available in store can be used for piercing - our piercing experts will help you pick the perfect piece. Your can view the range here (subject to store availability at time of appointment).

Can I take pre-purchased Monica Vinader earrings to my piercing appointment to be used for my piercing? 

No, we are unable to pierce using earrings which have not been purchased at our boutiques during your visit.

 Our earrings are pre prepared to sterile condition prior to your piercing.

How do I cancel my appointment if I can't make it? 

You can cancel your appointment via the link on the confirmation email. 

Please note that cancellations within 12 hours of your appointment time may still be chargeable at £20.