The range of ear piercings goes far beyond what most people expect. Some sit in soft tissue and heal quickly, others pass through thick cartilage and demand patience, and each comes with its own look, ...

When considering a new piercing, I like to think of my ear as a blank canvas just waiting to be transformed into a masterpiece. Over the years, ear piercing has evolved into an art form of its own.

Pros predict the year’s most popular placements and explain their pain points.