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Ready to make a statement? Pierce Your Ears Day is the perfect time for a new piercing - find the perfect style to suit your look!
Get ready to celebrate Pierce Your Ears Day on September 2! This day commemorates the ancient practice of body modification, a tradition that has been around for thousands of years. From earrings to septum piercings, this is the perfect time to show off your own style and express yourself with some new jewelry. So if you've been thinking about taking the plunge and getting pierced, why not make it special by celebrating Pierce Your Ears Day?
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>3300 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Oldest Evidence of Ear Piercing</div><div class='timeline-text'>Otzi the Iceman, discovered in the Alps in 1991, has multiple ear piercings and is believed to be one of the oldest known examples of ear piercing.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1500 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Piercing in Ancient Egypt</div><div class='timeline-text'>Earrings became a common form of jewelry for both genders in ancient Egypt—it signified personal wealth and status.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Victorian Ear Piercing Trend</div><div class='timeline-text'>During the Victorian era, pierced ears were a fashion trend with earrings often representing femininity and elegance.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ear Piercing Among Men</div><div class='timeline-text'>The trend of men piercing their ears gained popularity in Western cultures during the late 20th century.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Advent of Piercing Shops</div><div class='timeline-text'>Specialized piercing shops emerged, separating the practice from tattoo parlors and introducing wide choices of jewelry and more sanitary practices.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Modern Piercing Styles</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the current era, a variety of piercing styles such as helix, daith, and industrial have enriched the culture of ear piercing.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Research piercings</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you're considering getting your ears pierced, take the time to do some research first. Learn about the different types of piercings and the best materials to use, such as surgical steel or titanium.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a piercing studio</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you're ready to get your ears pierced, be sure to find a reputable piercing studio. Look for one with good reviews and ask around for recommendations from friends and family.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Find some inspired jewelry</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Nothing makes newly pierced ears look better than a beautiful piece of jewelry. Check out local shops for interesting pieces or shop online for even more choice.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize an ear party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather all your friends who have their ears pierced and celebrate Pierce Your Ears Day together. You can exchange tips on aftercare and show off your different piercings.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share photos on social media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Show off your new look on Instagram, Twitter, and other social networks by sharing photos of your freshly pierced ears with #PierceYourEarsDay.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a safe and easy way to express yourself</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Piercing your ears is a safe, easy and relatively affordable way to express yourself and add some interest or impact to your look. It gives you the opportunity to accessorize with earrings that match your personal style and can even be used as an expression of your mood!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's painless & quick</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Despite what people might think, getting your ears pierced isn’t a painful experience at all - it's really more of a pinch than anything else! The procedure itself is also very quick, usually taking no more than a few minutes, depending on what piercings you decide to get.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Earrings make any outfit better</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whether you’re dressing up for work or a night out, earrings are the perfect accessory to complete any look. From simple studs to bold hoops, they add just the right amount of sparkle and flair to any ensemble - so why not take advantage of Pierce Your Ears Day and treat yourself to a new pair?</p></div></div>
Pierce Your Ears Day is celebrated on September 2nd every year. In 2024 Pierce Your Ears Day will occur on a Monday.
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