Velvet Elvis Piercing

Rachael and Bex were amazing!!Rachael pierced my conch and tragus and did a phenomenal job at answering all my questions about anatomy, placement and angles. Learning the how and why of these made me certain that I was in very capable hands :) she also did great taking me thru the steps of cleaning, marking, and then the pierce. I was never caught off guard. I will absolutely be coming to her in the future!Bex checked me in at the front desk, and at the end walked me through the gold jewelery options and answered all of my questions and gave recommendations! Several pieces stuck out to me, so they wrote down the name, price, and supplier for my future reference(since I was just interested in something basic for today). I never felt rushed or like I was being annoying even though I was just browsing.Both of the staff I interacted with today were STELLAR and really made this experience 10× better. I came in nervous (still excited), and left incredibly happy and at peace with the service. Thank you guys :)

My aunt and I had a really great experience here about two months ago, and forgot to write my review back then.The person at the front was very friendly, informative, and accommodating. They made great conversation while we waited.Rachael did our piercings, and she was thorough with placement and what to expect. While the actual piercing was very fast, the prep took an appropriate amount of time that made us feel well cared for.This shop only offers high-quality materials, and my extremely sensitive ears have not had issues since she did our piercings. Youre going to spend a bit more here if youre used to your standard walk-in parlor that charges $25 with jewelry, but they are well worth it.Im super happy with our experience, and we plan to be back in the future. Thank you!

I needed to replace some recently fallen out jewelry so I called velvet Elvis to see what their stock was like and if it was better to book an appointment or walk in when I had time. The person who picked up the phone was sooo nice and helpful and let me know it was easier for everyone to book an appointment online. The process of doing that was super easy. I accidentally booked a piercing and jewelry replacement appointment but when I came in they were super understanding of the mix up.I had the pleasure of being attended to by Aaron. He explained his entire process and made some really great suggestions on my jewelry so everything matched. He moved around some jewelry and then changed the backs that needed to be smaller. He made it clear at every step how much everything was going to cost. He was so helpful and I’m so happy with how everything came out. The prices are very reasonable and their jewelry stock is incredible. I absolutely recommend this place for all your piercing and jewelry needs, I will definitely be back!

My girlfriend and I came here to get our ears pierced for the first time and we had a great experience! Baxter did a great job showing us what earrings were a good match for our ears and being very transparent with pricing and options. Hydi, our piercer, was incredibly professional, friendly, and made the piercing process easy and stress-free. The aftercare instructions we received both in-person and by email afterwards were clear and easy to follow, and weve had no issues with our piercings since we got them. I would highly recommend Velvet Elvis!

All round great professionals! Each visit the staff was kind and explained everything so clearly, and we felt like we were in great hands! And when my partners piercing swelled up out the blue, they managed to squeeze us in and everyone we talked to showed us so much empathy. We wont go anywhere else, just such a great spot!

I’m obsessed with their jewelry selection. So many great pieces here. I highly recommend scheduling a consult here because the staff is super helpful! Max pierced my friend and did an earring change out for me. They were awesome! This place makes me want all the dainty studs they have in the case. Obsessed.

The staff here are extremely helpful! I had some unique questions about an issue with a piercing I got somewhere else and they were able to help me out. Will definitely be going here for my next piercing.

Absolutely love this place! The vibe here is fantastic, and the staff are incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. My initial piercing experience with Rachael back in November 2023 was fantastic, and I was eager to return for another. When I called the front desk to inquire about the piercer who worked with me previously, they were incredibly helpful in identifying Rachael as the one. Funny thing is, I later realized that this information was readily available on their website under Piercers - talk about a facepalm moment! However, the staff didnt make me feel silly at all; they were just genuinely pleased to assist me.And let me tell you, Rachael is absolutely stellar! She has a knack for easing any jitters you might have, guiding you through the entire process with grace and patience. Count me in as a loyal customer - Ill definitely be returning!

Went with a friend yesterday to get my second ear lobe piercings done. We made back to back appointments to make sure we were both able to get pierced. The staff was great! Low pressure while looking at the jewelry options, and they were the ones to bring up pricing and were happy to add up totals while you considered your options. My first choice was a little more than I wanted to spend, but I wasnt made to feel bad at all for looking at an option that was cheaper. Rachel was absolutely fantastic! The last piercing I got (different shop) was not a great experience and I had ended up passing out. Rachel was happy to have me lay down the whole time and walked me through the whole process. Rachel constantly checked in as to how I was feeling, let me know what was happening, what was going to happen next. I really liked the deep breath during the actual piercing as opposed to a dramatic countdown. Overall was an absolutely fantastic, low pressure experience - will definitely go back here for any future piercings. Highly recommend.

Best piercing place in portland. all the staff is so kind, welcoming and so helpful. they have such high quality jewelry and such a wide range as well. they want you to enjoy your time and make it such a comfortable place to talk about money. they have queer bipoc staff that i personally book my appointments with and i feel so safe with them. ive brought my friends and coworkers to get pierced and theyve enjoyed their experience as well. ive been pierced by them 7 times so obviously theyre great that i keep coming back :)

Overall great experience, quality service and information. Made sure everything was safe and as you wanted. Price is higher but you get what you pay for.

I have been a long time client of Aarons and cant say enough about him. He is professional and so talented as his craft. No matter the amount of time he remembers you and small details about conversations. I had two more piercings done by Aaron yesterday and brought a friend. She had her septum pierced a second time after a very bad experience with a different piercer the first time. She was beyond impressed and felt really comfortable. Shes already planning her future piercing at our jewelry downsizing appointment. Thank you again Aaron for continuing to be the BEST PIERCER IN THE PNW!

I had a really great experience getting my septum pierced here a few weeks ago, everyone was super friendly and welcoming and my piercer (Alex, a guest piercer) made me feel prepared and had some great tips for healing the piercing. Would recommend this spot highly!

I had the most wonderful piercing experience at Velvet Elvis. The space itself is exactly what you want when getting any kind of piercing: clean, comfortable, and well lit. Every staff member I spoke with was helpful and courteous. Rachael, the piercer I worked with, was awesome. They were knowledgable, respectful, and kind. I highly recommended Velvet Elvis!

Had the best experience here. Most importantly, the place was super clean and everyone was very professional and kind.Front of the house, Baxter, was such a warm welcome. They were so chill and helpful with everything from checking in to picking out jewelry. I took quite a bit of time to make a decision with jewelry and I never felt rushed.Aaron (pierced my nose) was amazing. He was very patient and collaborative to ensure I was happy with placement before piercing. He was great with explaining everything he was doing throughout the process. When it came to the piercing itself, it turned out great. Had a really gentle hand and didnt feel a thing.Every now and then I hop on to write reviews when I have exceptional experiences with businesses. This was one of them.Thanks!

I got my eyebrow pierced here less than a week ago and it already looks and feels like its been in my face for months. Aaron was so helpful, informative, knowledgeable, attentive, and quick. Any anxiety that I had going in was completely sated. Great vibes in the shop, friendly people and a really pro job on the piercing. Will return if I ever need absolutely anything in the future. This was the best experience I could have hoped for, and the pricing was also reasonable. Thanks!!

I am so happy with my experiences here. Rachel did my piercing for me as well as replaced the jewelry and helped me when I had any issues with it after a small injury. Very polite and helpful as well as knowledgeable. I highly recommend and will never go anywhere else for future piercings. Thank you for everything!

They did a tongue piercing on me no problem even though I am tongue tied. Im getting a frenectomy consultation right now and they complimented my piercer for having the ability and the placement of the piercing. Kudos to you guys ♡

This piercing shop is absolutely wonderful. Don’t hesitate to come here!From the moment I walked in everyone that works in the shop were professional, welcoming, and kind. It really feels like they care about their customer interactions. The shop is also extremely clean.The consultation was quick, direct, and informative. They even give you the option to hold jewelry up to your face to get an idea of what the final look will be like.The piercing process was also quick and easy. My piercing professional, Max, was very sweet and gave me every bit of information I needed. They answered all of my questions professionally and patiently. They were very communicative during the process and made sure I knew what was going on every step of the way.During checkout, front of the house staff gave me more information and made themselves available to answer any questions I may have had. Along with some sweet compliments on my new piercing.Overall, a lovely and comfortable piercing experience.

Just got some piercings today! Super friendly staff and piercers. Everything was professional and Im definitely going back. I was nervous going by myself but I had a great experience. Would recommend! And thanks Aaron for being super friendly even though Im not much of a talker lol

The staff at Velvet Elvis ROCK. From the moment I walked into the store, I felt welcomed and put at ease. No one rushed me to make decisions about jewelry or piercing placement. I highly recommend VE and will be returning for all future piercing needs!

Aaron did my industrial piercing today. As always, very polite, very professional, and he took the time to make sure that everything was perfect. I appreciate the care that he puts into his craft which is also seen in the individuals that have trained under him. The customer service that is provided has always stayed in the back of my head for the past 10 years and theres nobody else I can imagine getting pierced or coming to with aftercare questions for my piercings.

Had a great first experience here the other day! the studio was clean and professional, counter staff helped me pick out jewelry and even held it up to my face so i could see how the ends looked against my nose, and my piercer, hydi, took a lot of care in the placement of two symmetrical nostril piercings on my squishy not-so-symmetrical face. the piercings are perfect. i can’t wait to be back

Had an amazing job done on my Conch piercing, I absolutely love it, Aaron was so kind and awesome I was comfortable and felt safe, it was quick and didn’t hurt a bit. Afterwards he let me hang and ask any questions I had. Definitely going back to get another piercing soon!

When entering the shop the cashier complemented me and they were very friendly and helpful. The piercing selection is very wide, they have lots of different styles and sizes. They are all very nice quality. They have gold, silver, and rose gold. I went in to get a nostril piercing ( my first ever face piercing) and got assisted to select my jewelry first, they do allow you to see the jewelry up close to your nose to see how it could look, that was very helpful.After that the person I scheduled with Aaron gave me a form to fill out (a acknowledgment form) that was quick and easy. Once I was done with that I was taken to the piercing room were I was informed about all the needs a piercing has (you don’t have to memorize everything because they email you the information once you fill out the form, but still very helpful). Then they put a small blue dot on my nose to show were it would be and they gave me the choice to move it up or down for preference and that was really nice. After that the actual piercing part was super fast and not as painful as I thought. Everything was easy and comfortable. Once I was done and paying the cashier was super excited and enthusiastic for me and complemented how it looked witch was so nice to get that validation with a big change like that.

Ive had a few piercings done at this shop and always had good experiences. Everyone Ive interacted with has been kind and professional.My foster sister also got a piercing here. The staff was very patient with her despite how long it took her to pick out her jewelry. They explained everything, walked her through the process, and made sure she was comfortable.

Went in and had a consultation with Max, they were extremely professional and made me feel safe and comfortable the entire time!

I went to go get my septum re-pierced after my last piercer completely f’d it up. The man at the counter helping was so nice, told me w the jewelry prices and helped pick out the perfect ring. As well as the piercer, they where so nice and accommodating. Talked me through the whole process and took extra precautions to make sure the piercing came out the way I wanted too, and it did! I love it so much. I’d definitely recommend this place!! :)

I always have a great experience here, from purchasing jewelry to getting my septum pierced. Everyone who works here shows nothing but kindness and brings a lovely sense of comfort.The pricing is great, they offer beautifully crafted jewelry that ranges from affordable to treat your self.I was very nervous to get my septum pierced but they made me feel so comfortable. They explained everything to me before hand & took the time and care I needed.I highly recommend for all piecing and jewelry needs :)

I got a bridge piercing from Aaron and had an extremely positive experience, Aaron made me feel comfortable and explained every step of the way, Aaron made sure that I liked the placement of the piercing and that I knew everything that was going on before, during, and after the procedure. The FOH staff were also very inviting and friendly :) I felt so welcome and safe here

I’ve trusted Velvet Elvis for numerous piercings including a matching nostril lined up on my less than symmetrical nose, a life changing septum ring, some headlight adornments, and my newest stab bling - my medusa. The space is always clean, staff are friendly and knowledgeable (shout out to Max!) and the jewelry selection is phenomenal. Definitely recommend for all your piercing needs ❤️

Good selection of earrings even better customer service. Staff is super helpful, kind, and thorough. Very comfortable and welcoming place. Overall highly recommend!

Ive gotten pierced here twice this year. Carl did a beautiful helix and lobe piercing for me in January. Yesterday John did another great helix and daith for me. Both times I was treated respectfully and with patience about any questions I had. Both piercers were friendly and talkative.The jewelry goes through what Im assuming is an autoclave before being placed. They care greatly about having a clean environment and tools.I do have to agree with another review saying that the shopping center where Velvet Elvis is located, does look a bit sketchy. Please dont judge this book by its cover! They are very clean and professional inside!Their prices are a bit higher than any other places Ive been pierced. However Ive never been pierced with such high quality jewelry or with such great precision. These guys really are a cut above the rest. You wont regret going here.

I was in Portland for the day and decided to stop in to get my high nostril jewelry changed. I was immediately impressed by the vibe and the energy of the shop & staff. Everyone was so nice and made me feel very welcome. Hydi changed my jewelry for me and was so quick and professional! I even found a few goodies in the jewelry case ♥️ I ended up forgetting a piece of jewelry I had purchased on accident (oops) and one of the counter staff was kind enough to run after me to make sure I got it.

Had the best experience at Velvet Elvis! The gentleman at the counter greeted us with enthusiasm & was so welcoming, extremely clean space, fun vibe! My piercer Aaron was professional, thorough and kind. Can’t wait to visit again!

Best piercing shop in town by a landslide! All the staff their is amazing! I really appreciate that they let you take your time & helping you choose the best/right jewelry for you! They even help make suggestions on what they think which is also very helpful when you have zero idea what you want! Their jewelry is high quality & their prices reflect that, but for something to last you many years to come, it pays for itself!

I was very much looking forward to getting a piercing here, based on all of the great reviews. And I am sure they do a great job and have awesome jewelry, however I was very disappointed with the experience of trying to book a group appointment with two of my friends and I. I contacted the shop via Instagram before my appointment to see what the best way would be to book a a group appointment. The shop let me know to book one appointment and include my friends and what they were getting in the notes. So I did this. I thought that maybe if they couldn’t accommodate this, they would let me know a couple days in advance, as we are not from Portland and had to make the drive. An hour before the appointment, we were called and they let us know they could only pierce one of us due to time. I do understand that there are other appointments and they want to respect everyone’s time, however I felt like letting us know an hour before that they had just read the appointment notes was unprofessional. When I asked to cancel the appointment due to us being from out of town, the fact that I followed the exact process they instructed me to, and that they were so last minute in letting us know, they said they would have to charge me a fee for cancelling and they would not waive it, despite this being completely a miscommunication on their part. Again, I am sure it is a great place, but I am very disappointed with this experience. I would suggest them adding a group piercing appointment slot or at least making the process for scheduling a group appointment more clear.

Everyone was friendly and professional, the shop has a chill, welcoming vibe to it. Great prices and quality of jewelry and piercings!I got my septum done by Brenda. I have a fear of needles and I was given plenty of time to prepare before we got down to business. Piercing was quick and smooth, as was clean-up and checkout. Definitely coming back when I decide to get anything else done!

If you are looking for a place to get pierced, GO HERE! From the moment we walked in, to the moment we left, we were met with kindness and care by every employee we interacted with! Baxter took their time going through so many jewelry options with us, and was able to help us as well as three other groups of people all at the same time. Multi-tasking MASTER. We loved Baxter so much we asked them to take a selfie with us. Aaron pierced us and was INCREDIBLE. He was so calming and kind and settled any nerves we had. I got my philtrum pierced, and replaced jewelry on my existing nose piercings. We ended up having to taper one of my nostrils and Aaron made a rather painful experience as fun as possible. On the way out my friend decided he wanted to buy an earring - Baxter & Rachel took the time to help him choose the exact right fit. They were all so generous with their time and energy. I loved this shop and I can’t wait to get pierced here again!

Aaron pierced my cheeks today and Im very very pleased with the results. He took great care to go over all of the details, was very informative and accurate with all that he did. Baxter at the front desk provided exceptional customer service. I will definitely be returning for any piercing work I need done. I highly recommend this place.

All of the staff here are are very professional and thorough in their work. I do not have any complaints in regards to them. However, that did not stop my helix from being pierced improperly. After asking for the opinions of other APP certified piercers, (since, at the time, I didn’t entirely trust my own judgement), that was the consensus they came to: my helix was both crooked and misplaced. I ultimately had to take it out and get it repierced, which is a shame.. (I did initially try to work with my piercing, but the angle and placement made it difficult to wear the style of jewelry I had in mind.) Maybe I needed to be more vocal, so I’m not entirely blaming my piercer, but I would definitely be picky when getting pierced here— at least for your own sake.

This place is awesome. Really great. Wonderful people work here. I got my lobes stretched.

I had the spontaneous desire to get my septum pierced. They got me in fast. Brenda was my piercer and she explained everything extremely well. I was nervous for it and she was understanding about that, I had to take a minute to collect myself before she pierced me and it is extremely fast. I would go here again when I come back to Portland.

I had such a great experience coming to this shop. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable, and of course talented!! Brenda pierced my vertical labret and it was a great experience all around. She is very gentle and you can tell she knows what she is doing.The shop is comfortable and clean. The jewelry selection is beautiful and high quality, with a good range in prices. Velvet Elvis is the place to go!

Very friendly and professional staff! a VERY wide range of jewelry and options. i was helped by hydi who did a wonderful job with my piercing, it’s lined up perfectly! highly recommend

Very helpful and friendly professional piercing shop. Nice bright, clean, and easy to view displays of jewelry. Each part of any piercing can be ordered to your liking and customization is possible to match coating color. Note that each part is individually priced, such as the top and the backings or chains.

Friendly staff, did a great job piercing my tongue. Gave me some juice (and the option of water as well). Id give it 5 starts but it was pricey. $40 for the piercing, $30 for the basic silver barbell. But I definitely think it was worth it for such good service.

This is such a wonderful shop! My 12 year old was ready to get their ears pierced and I found Velvet Elvis through a Google search. Hydi was so patient and kind, not to mention incredibly skilled, with my very nervous kiddo. I will for sure come back for any future piercings!

Such a wonderful atmosphere with great piercers which take the time to explain aftercare and walk you through the whole process. For anybody with lots of piercing anxiety I strongly recommend Aaron, however, the others piercers are equally professional and this really is an amazing and talented group of staff. Beautiful jewelry and not too expensive for the standard options but prices have a nice range from $20-$300 depending on what you are looking for. Highly recommend!

Came in to get my piercing changed and they were very very helpful! I will definitely be returning and recommending others

This is the only piercing shop I ever trust to get anything done. They are also the only one I’ve been to in the Portland metro area that truly knows what they’re talking about and gives high quality jewelry. Although it might seem costly, you really get what you pay for when it comes to quality and service. I’ve always been pierced by Aaron. He is so welcoming and makes my nerves at ease every time I come in. I will continue to get pierced at this shop!

I was given a vertical philtrum by Brenda several months back when they were operating as a guest piercer at another piercing studio. While I wasn’t pierced at Velvet Elvis, I did want to highlight one of their staff members, Brenda, who I had a very positive & successful experience with. They are a very reliable & trustworthy person i’d be happy to schedule future appointments with. Brenda is a bubbly, energetic sweetheart who is very easy to talk. She helped me feel so comfortable and well taken care of throughout the entire session. They were very patient, observant, sweet, considerate, and mindful based on how they treated and interacted with me. Brenda would frequently check in with how i was doing and give me a heads up on every step of the way so that i could anticipate their next move without any unpleasant surprises and to help alleviate any panic/anxiety I may have had. They respected my need for silence but would also converse with me when appropriate. Brenda was patient, observant, sweet, considerate, and mindful throughout the entire appointment. They are very gentle and took what i wanted into consideration. They understood that their perception of what looked good isn’t always going to be aligned with the client’s preferences, but they were also willing to provide their personal feedback/opinion for me to consider when I asked for it. She’d answer my questions with thorough explanations & was so patient to educate me in an enthusiastic tone, eager to share their knowledge. I felt comfortable & safe where I was able to fully enjoy my time there. Given how attentive & informative they are with their work, this allows them to execute their client’s vision in the most feasible & efficient way. Overall, a great demonstration as to what a high quality piercing experience should look like.

Aaron and his crew are hands down some of the very best and most professional piercers I have ever been to. Their knowledge of all types of piercing along with safety, sanitation and current laws/regulations are by far above and beyond anything I have ever encountered. I have had several experiences with this team of cats and would highly recommend them to anyone! They also carry a PHENOMENAL selection of high quality jewelry for all price ranges and are really amazing with helping to find the right or wanted pieces. Cant say enough good things about them all!

Kind staff and chill environment, not actually heavily Elvis themed thank goodness. Good music and good prices, excellent customer service. Theyve set a new standard for piercing shops for me, which doesnt matter much because Ill most likely just come back here. Thanks a million, looking forward to coming back!!

They were super reassuring and nice when telling me about the piercing and what to expect, but my piercer was kind of passive agressively reassuring, couldnt tell if i was being made fun of for crying or not but the piercing is done perfectly and i love it

Aaron did an amazing job with my piercings. He takes the time to talk you through each step, tells you what to expect moving forward and was super friendly. Everything was well organized and very clean. Highly recommend!

Brenda was literally a godsend. My 13 year old dermal piercing managed to get infected beyond repair and it was an urgent situation to get it out. I called the shop and they were able to fit me in very last minute. Brenda was so professional and so helpful. In addition to that, the front desk staff were so kind and helpful as well. I absolutely recommend this place.

First off, Im very sorry to read of Carls passing in 2021, he was my piercer a couple of times at the old downtown Gresham location. Always very laid back, informative and professional! RIP......NOW, I was in yesterday December 19, 2022 and Nikki pierced my upper lip right under my nose, and did a wonderful job. It was easy to stay relaxed before and during the piercing. I even asked her to use a shorter post if possible because I dont swell very much when I get a new piercing, and she was able to and it is just perfect, W/O sticking out too far to get caught on everything!😄 thank you again Nikki!

I went and got my tongue and lip done , hydi did amazing!!!! I ended up passing out and she was SO kind about the whole thing, didn’t leave my side until I was okay. She turned it into an amazing experience! Can’t wait to go back for more!

Was going to get a piercing for my sister who is in foster care and was told with less than an hour before our appointment that we wouldn’t be able to do the appointment without a court document saying we could and then that we had to pay a cancellation fee even though it was in the notes who was getting the piercing and they were the ones canceling on us. Will be disputing, but definitely don’t recommend as they seem unprepared and are unhelpful.

All of the staff were so kind, helpful, and welcoming. I went in today to get a piercing swapped for better jewelry they took care of me quickly and answered all my questions. Thank you!

I got my dermal on my cheek 7 years ago with Aaron and got it removed today and both experiences were great, everyone in the shop is very nice. The new space looks amazing and is very clean. They are good at what they do. Couldn’t recommend this shop for all your piercing needs more.

Awesome piercing parlor with friendly and helpful staff! Helped me pick jewelry that complimented my anatomy, metal type, and even help me put some new bling in an old piece. Piercer Brenda explained themselves the entire process of my piercing, and made sure my comfort and knowledge of what was happening each step was number one priority. Excellent prices, excellent people, peak vibes!!

Amazing compassionate skilled professionals, owner is a consummate professional and runs a great team.

All of the staff were so friendly and helpful! hydi pierced my eyebrow and navel and walked me through every single step and was very patient. such a beautiful and calming piercing environment!! i will be coming back

The staff is super friendly and informative. Learned a lot about proper healing techniques for my nose piercing! Im excited to come back in a few months to get a shorter post! Very fun!

I went in yesterday to have some jewelry replaced in 2 helix piercings. A different shop in Portland had sold me the wrong size posts after incorrectly measuring the rings I’d previously had in those piercings. The wrong posts were excruciatingly painful (16 g vs 18 g), and I honestly thought I’d lose the nearly 20 year old piercings. Hydi was great though, and tried a few sizes out to see which I needed, especially given that one of the piercings was quite swollen.Fast forward 24+ hours later and my ear is feeling much, much better. Still needs to heal a bit, but definitely on the mend. Thanks to Hydi for a positive experience!

Never had a negative experience here. Every one I have spoken with at the shop has always been knowledgeable and friendly

Really positive experience with Xia Key - they were very quick, thorough, and did a fantastic job. I’d recommend them for anyone looking to get work done. The whole shop is very clean, everyone there is super nice, helpful, and professional.

Aaron was a dream - professional, patient and kind. So so glad a girlfriend and I found this place. If I want a third, Ill definitely be back

My daughter got a Daith piercing and we are more than happy with the result, Aaron did an amazing job with the piercing and with going over all the cleaning process. He did an amazing job giving her suggestions even on how to make her ear comfortable to sleep on.. excellent experience. Will definitely go again, overall great service.

I had my faux rook and a mid lobe both done on my right ear by Brenda and she was great! The piercing experience was one of the better that Ive ever had and Ive had a handful of piercings done at different shops. Brenda was really friendly and kind, and her professionalism made the experience stress-free. She talked me through the whole process before she began, and I really appreciated that she asked for my consent when it was time to actually pierce. The healing for these piercings is also going way smoother than it has for other piercings, and I think Brendas care and advice for aftercare play a big role in that.Cant wait to come back and finish up my left ear! Thank you, Brenda!

This place is incredibly professional and clean, exactly how a piercing shop should be! I came in for a nostril piercing. My appointment was super fast and if I ever want another piercing I will definitely come back. Vickie was my piercer.

My favorite place to get peirced! Everyone who works there is really nice and helpful

Everyone we interacted with was wonderful. I would highly recommend Velvet Elvis. Our Peircer, Max, was especially great.

My piercing experience was not bad at all. I have metal allergy so I always stayed clear of body piercing. I have a feeling even using gold and what not my body will be like noooope. I got a daith piercing from Carl and he was great! He was super professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and funny. He cracked a few jokes it was great. He took great care of me, and was very helpful. I hope to see him again in the future for more ear piercings.

Amazing experience getting pierced by Aaron! The intake process/paperwork was inclusive and the shop was clean and organized. Aaron was super patient and kind, would go again:)

This shop is SLAY! 😍🔥Compassionate, friendly, gender inclusive, and professional service. My tragus jewelry from another shop was too snug and I needed help. The attention to detail was immaculate and I felt genuinely cared for from start to finish. I will be back 💜 thank you

Worthy of the high ratings! Clean, positive experience where we didn’t feel rushed and there is a good selection of quality jewelry. 10/10 recommend. Also nice to see a business still being Covid conscious

Rachel was very kind and had a fun personality! it’s rare to see actual customer service these days and i’m so appreciative of all the staff here!

Really don’t get why these guys don’t have more reviews. I’ve been coming to this place for years and have never EVER been disappointed. My first piercing when I was 17 was done by Aaron and the process was seamless and comfortable (as comfortable as a piercing can be...). He was incredibly nice, informative and didn’t make the experience seem rushed in any way. This guy REALLY knows what he’s doing and he also hires people who can replicate this experience to down to a science. Just got another piercing done today by Carl and I couldn’t be more pleased! Definitely won’t get a piercing done from any other business. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

Loved my experience! He is very welcoming, informative, and passionate about piercing. You get what you pay for and I learned my lesson getting my nose pierced at a cheap place that doesnt care. He listened to how upset I was and helped me decided on placement and position and Im very happy with it. I recommend him to anyone wanting a piercing!!!

Took my daughter for her first ear piercing. Brenda was nice and explained everything; even showing my nervous daughter the tools shed be using. She let my daughter put on music to help her relax. Great experience.

Had Juan do my first piercing ever and he was really awesome. 100% professional, knowledgeable and hilarious, thus my calling him something off of “punk rock Sesame Street” by the end of the session. I was really terrified of getting my nostril pierced but it was honestly not that painful. The pricing here is really great, the piercing was $30 and the opal stud I got was $35. Also, talked to the tattoo artist that was there about getting some work done and he was more than happy to talk about it and give estimates. Definitely will be returning for some extra stuff!

Aaron is the best! I had such a relaxed and pain free experience. I cant wait to go again!

This place is amazing for piercings!!! Very clean and sanitary with high quality jewelry and equipment that is always well maintained and kept as clean as possible. They do not take chances with your health and safety there. The piercers are super knowledgeable and compassionate and they will take their time and make sure to answer any questions you might have, and even some you didnt know to ask, as well as make sure you are confident in your choice of piercing /piercer /jewelry. Now, I cant say much about the tattooing as Ive never been there for that but, Ive gotten my 14 year old daughter pierced there multiple times and cant speak highly enough about them!! Shes gotten her first and second holes in her ears and had them repierce one that got infected and closed up over the earring after she had it pierced at a place that shall not be named in the mall. Shes gotten her nose, her septum, her belly button and her helix. As I said, we have been there quite a few times (not only when she was being pierced, but also for jewelry changes and help with problem piercings from other shops) and every experience was truly amazing! They even refused to pierce her industrial and where honest about how her ear shape just wasnt right for that type of piercing, not to mention she was just too young and they reccomend she just wait until she is older and fully grown before even trying for one that would require a custom made ring. They didnt just pierce her and take our money but did what was right and best for my daughter. They have always impressed me. I would certainly reccomend to anyone looking to get pierced. Lasty, Ive only ever been to the location off Division across from the Fred Meyers in Portland and can not speak to the other location(s) but I would imagine its just as great a place. Same staff, same owner, same quality of service.

Went here with a girlfriend to get matching piercings, and they couldn’t have been any nicer or accommodating!! I just moved to PDX so this is easily my new go-to piercing studio 🥰

Aaron Solomon is phenomenal! He is extremely good at what he does and makes you feel comfortable! He is also extremely informative! I have used him for a couple of my piercings and I won’t go to anyone else as long as he is around! Check him out!

Aaron is professional, personable, and very experienced. His shop is clean, tidy, and bright, and he has a wide selection of high quality jewelry. You will not be disappointed with your experience at Velvet Elvis Piercing! Book an appointment today!

Such awesome and kind people who know what they are doing!

I got 2 dermal piercings on the sides of my eyes and Aaron was there to answer ALL of my questions, look with me for jewelry that I liked, and my experience was great! My piercings are healing beautifully, my jewelry were not that expensive but they LOOK expensive, and I couldnt be happier! Ill definitely visit Aaron for a piercing again!

I went to velvet Elvis about 4 years ago for a below the belt piercing... i found them because he was the only one with the license for it at the time.. i am a sexual trauma surivor and lesbian and was anxious because my piercer was male... i literally had nothing to worry about. It was the most private, professional experience I could have had... he even understood my lifestyle and trauma experience.... i will take me teen here if she wanted any piercing.. they are amazing and recommend them to anyone.....its worth the extra money. Its not that much more. You pay for skill...

Aaron was great! Talked me through the whole thing and made sure I understood and was super gentle! Would definitely recommend coming here, I love my new piercing!

Great place for piercings! It was my first time there and, they were very nice, funny and very clean. Carl gave me my septum, did a great job! I recommend going to him for any piercings. 😊

Tasteful, conscientious staff and well equipped studio for smart and stylish body piercing.🕊️Carl🕊️

Very friendly staff, I greatly appreciated Carl’s patience explaining the myriad of ear lobe piercing options and my many questions. And he does indeed love his “dad” jokes 🤓 As a researcher of gold jewelry, my only wish was that the tiny gold earring posts (which were all lovely) were more reasonably priced for their weight. But I understand why some markups are necessary.

From the outside, this place looks really shady, but DONT LET THAT DETER YOU! The shop is beautiful, professional, and clean inside. Aaron was awesome! He was very patient and explained everything that was going to happen with the piercing before he did it and as he did it. I would definitely recommend him to a friend.

5/5 starts. I got my navel pierced by Carl Kimberly and wowww I love it. The first time I got it pierced it was at a different shop and it was super painful. I felt like from pushing needle through to screwing the piercing ball thing on took wayyy longer than it should’ve, but when Carl did it it was super quick and EXTREMELY PAINLESS.Before doing any paperwork or anything he took a look at my navel to make sure he could do the piercing, and he explained to me why it probably didn’t go so well the first time, and put in a jewelry that fit my navel. It was super clean, super sterile, just all around a good experience.

I get all my piercings done here, and recently my kids have gotten their ears done here as well. Aaron always makes it a very good and comfortable experience. They have some awesome guest pieces in as well.

My daughter got her nose piercing there. They seem very clean and knowledgeable. I was impressed.

Literally one of the best piercing experiences Ive ever had! Aaron made my septum piercing perfect and he was a gem describing the whole process as we went! 1,000% worth the money!

Chill atmosphere and kind, friendly staff. Aaron did a great job on my septum piercing and was very educational.

9/30/2017 I HAVE CHANGED MY 2 STARS TO A 5 FOR THE FOLLOWING REASON. Aaron had contacted me on 6/28 regarding the above issue, he reached out and wanted to make it right with the piercing. I saw Aaron on 6/30 and he replaced my prong setting to a bezel setting. He did this at no charge to me-stating the he wanted to make it right. AND MAKE IT RIGHT HE DID! Thank you Aaron for going the extra mile and for being so attentive and explaining everything. I have told you before, I will not go anywhere else to be pierced, and only by you! This is what a true business is about-getting to the bottom of the issue and working with the client to resolve the problem. I thank you again for reaching out to me, and making things right. I am sorry that this post is so late.!I went to Velvet Elvis on 5/20 to get some shorter posts in my triple forward helix (a piercing that Aaron originally did 2 years ago) and to get jewelry for my earlobes. I was really disappointed by the piercer on duty, I did not catch his name. He seemed to be in a hurry or inconvenienced. I was told that maybe i should get different sized gems in the triple forward helix (i just wanted 2 shorter postes), which i thought was interesting. I also wanted 2 clear gem studs in size 16 for my earlobes. I picked the size I wanted and AT NO TIME DID THE PIERCER STATE THAT THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE 2 TYPES OF CLEAR GEMS. Unfortunately, I received the PRONG SETTING after my jewelry was placed. None of my other piercings are prong setting and i absolutely hate them. At least Aaron makes sure what type of jewelry i want before placing he has always explained the difference between the different types of gems, so i can make decision on which type I want. From now on, I will call to make sure Aaron is there before going in again. I have always had a wonderful experience with this place, and really like that Aaron IS very passionate about what they do. Aaron always makes sure you are taken care of. I really like this place, but today my experience was not good.

I came in because my jewelry from another shop was going bad and they were all very sweet and were patient and took their time to explain and make me knowledgeable about everything and he was so gentle and careful and slow to make sure i was comfortable the entire time because my nose was sore, i’ve just never seen customer service like that before! 10/10 would recommend.

I have had many piercings done by Aaron he is amazing! Everything is clean and tidy and they make it super quick. My uncle introduced me and I have been back for every piercing since!

Awesome place and our favorite piercer works here!! Rachel is fantastic and we highly recommend her!!!

Brenda was really kind and clean and gave instructions very well! very quick and not too painful and made sure to give breaks, i got an eyebrow piercing and snakebites :)

Hydie was amazing! I’m a huge baby with piercings and the staff here made me feel so comfortable.

Aaron was very professional. He walked me through each step of getting my septum pierced and gave me a good understanding of what was going to happen. I definitely recommend seeing Aaron here!

Jena was absolutely stellar. Very professional, super knowledgeable and treated my daughter and I with respect and was so patient! It was over a 2 1/2 hour drive but so worth it! My daughter loves her piercing!

I took my son to get 2 piercings. Brenda was absolutely fantastic! She was helpful and explained everything that was going to happen. My son was very pleased with the piercings.

I am so thankful for places like this! all the employees were a blast to be around. It was a very comfortable environment and THE WORK THEY DO IS AMAZING! without a doubt one of the best if not the best places in portland. I went in for my nose, tragus, and rook and left with a huge smile on my face and more then enough information on how to keep them clean and healthy. not to mention they take their time and make sure you are as comfortable as can be and really get to know you! 10/10 the only place I will go from here on out

Such an incredible place to have any piercing done. Very professional & experienced staff, not to mention the beautiful jewelry they have.

Excellent piercing experience. I have super sensitive skin and had zero issues with the healing process for my nose piercing. Very clean and professional.

Aaron did an incredible job on my VCH piercing. Very professional, shop and instruments were very clean, he answered all my questions thoroughly, and did the peircing perfectly despite me jerking (whoops 😅). Would highly recommend this shop.

My piercings had closed a little bit. So I went in to have them repierced or have jewerly put in. I was told I could just put smaller gauged jewerly in and it would be fine. Its not fine at all both conche earring I had put in are way too short. My industrial is fine but both conche piercings are insanely painful and swollen.The place is clean Ill give them that, but I paid $200 and now will have to go and have them removed, because I can not physically remove them from my ears.

This place is great for kids’ ear piercings. Brenda was incredibly kind, patient, and made the whole process a breeze. Highly recommend!

Everyone was really nice and my piercing turned out lovely. Ill definitely be coming back next time Im in town.

Could not recommend this place more. (: SUPER friendly, professional, & accommodating. brenda did my ashley piercing & i’m in love with it. i will be back for all future piercings~

Love this shop and the piercer we had! Looks like it would be a not so good shop with the location but it’s a diamond in the rough. They first sterilize the jewelry while they’re getting your piercing spot cleaned with iodine, then they drape around the piercing with clean cloth paper so nothing gets I’m the way.

I stopped by randomly without any expectations but Aaron really blew me away.Short version:I purchased a new piece of jewelry for my Tragus piercing and Aaron adjusted my Daith piercing free of charge. He was very professional, clean, informative, and gentle.Long version:I replaced my original Daith hoop piercing with a heart shaped piercing at a different shop about two months ago, the piercer did a poor job (it was painful, sore, I bled quite a bit) and left it in an incorrect position. I left it that way for almost two months. When I approached Aaron about this, he was baffled that a piercer would leave a piece of jewelry like that. I wouldnt have known any better, I just thought I needed to buy jewelry made of a different material because this one was irritating me. Little did I know, another piercer screwed me over! Its only been a day and my Daith piercing is sitting correctly now and already feels so much better.I also inquired about alternative solutions for after care and he recommended a Wound Wash to me which is basically a saline solution in a spray bottle. I really wish someone suggested this to be before because its so much better than dunking my nose or ear into a cup of salt water. (This is the most annoying thing to do, and really hard when youre traveling or away from home for extended periods of time.) Ive asked several piercers for suggestions or tips and they all basically told me Thats all you can do. Sea salt. Water. coupled with a look that basically says What about that dont you get? Its not hard.I understand that tattoo artists and piercers are artists and often very skilled in their craft, but it really doesnt mean that you need to be pretentious. General folk dont have a lot of knowledge about piercing or tattoos! Aaron is far from pretentious and Id HIGHLY recommend him.

Naval and 👂 piercing went very smoothly. I had arron as my piercer they have a very steady hand. Lgbtq friendly preferences to name and pronouns accepted

Took my 13 year old daughter there to get her ears pierced today. exceptional experience. none of the rockstar/holier-than-thou attitude you get from many other shops. Will definitely be a repeat customer!

🙏🙏🙏literally a magical experience✨with Brenda the real MVP💯💯💯most valuable piercer in Portland🌲☕️👂I got my first piercings EVER with Brenda and they made me feel so comfortable😌😌😌even though I felt a little😨going in💎but now I’m looking🔥with me new bling💍can’t recommend this place enough🙌🙌🙌

The employees are extremely knowledgeable about the products. The artists are very courteous and pay close attention to detail. everyone that I have come in contact with working in the shop has been completely professional and very very polite as well as being knowledgeable about the craft they are practicing

Went in to get a bridge piercing and the piercer, Jen, was able to determine that I didnt have enough skin to get it done. Glad they knew what they were doing! Walked out with a new pair of 5/8 plugs instead. Thank you very much!

Aaron was very thorough both in placing and going through the after care. Love my piercing and will be coming back to him for more!

Extremely efficient, knowledgeable and attentive staff. The practitioners that operate from this spot know their stuff, and work with excellent bedside manners. Very impressed

Great people. The guy who pierced my ears was so nice and professional, he was extremely friendly and welcoming. They were all super nice. I recommend

Amazing jewelry and knowledgeable piercers. The shop is clean and welcoming!

Everything is pricy and we can’t even look at the jewelry ourselves they have to hold it for you and show it to you and if you want to see how any of the jewelry opens they can’t show that either you have to buy it first, not coming back here again

Great service, friendly and knowledgeable staff. The prices might seem high, but their merch is all very top-notch quality. I really love this place.

Love this place. Super clean and helpful. Answered all my questions before getting started. Staff is super friendly. Cant wait to come back and get more done.

Awesome and friendly staff, very efficient and clean. Great selection of jewelery!

Very professional and affordable. I had my septum ring changed out with one of theirs and very happy with it

Great service as always. Got in quick to install a more snug septum ring. In and out in less than 15 mins.

Best place in portland for piercings

Clean and crisp inside and Brenda did a great job with my 16 yr old daughters nostril piercing. Thank you 😊

Great customer service very clean and knowledgeable would definitely recommend it to anyone thinking of getting a piercing

Great atmosphere, friendly staff, good selection of jewelry. Vikki did a quick and precise job.

Very thorough and very professional! Amazing experience for doubles. Absolutely stunning employees!

Amazing service! He was very detailed and professional, there was nothing about the piercing or aftercare that he didnt explain. Very helpful and very wonderful

They were so understanding when I had to reschedule, and helped me with it! I definitely recommend this business

Canceled less then one hour before appointment,then proceeded to say that we canceled it and im going to charge your for cancellation.when they called us to cancel

They only allow one person at a time and you must make an appointment just to shop but they will kick you out as soon as another person will shows up.... and the door is locked for that matter .I should of went to robot instead.

Aaron was great. Walked me thru everything. The environment was super sterile and very Covid Safe.

Fantastic studio that only does piercings.

Nice place. Great selection of high quality body jewelry. The piercers are very knowledgeable.

My friends for nipple piercings by Aaron and Carl! Aaron is my go to person for my piercings and even though I live an hour away I will keep coming back.

This place is awesome. They helped me remove my navel ring when I needed an MRI.

This place was very professional, answered any questions I had. They also took the time to sterilize the piercing before using it.

Awesome experience, super talented, informative and professional! Great piercing

Great little place... Unassuming but VERY clean and professional. Would totally go here again.

Just got ear pierced. Very through information, great selection of ear rings and fast, professional service

The guy did a great job piercing my tongue and was super nice.

Staff is always very polite and helpful.

Great people clean space.. loved it will be going back.. John Figone you rock!

Loved how brenda was so gentle n friendly would recomend

Really professional, talking through procedures. Best place in Portland!

Great piercing prices and friendly staff

Fabulous experience. Great value.

Beyond clean! and very nice and engaging piercer!!

Excellent customer service, sanitary, clean environment.

Nice and clean well stocked and talented employees!

Staff is always top notch

Really clean and tidy, Very friendly Staff...

Went to velvet Elvis. Good service!

I just went in to get a different nose ring

This place is sketchy. Would not recommend.

As always, a wonderful experience!!

Brenda was awesome!

Good

Gentle and quick

Good service

Friendly place