Los Angeles Magazine: Trend Alert! Septum Piercings

Trend Alert! Septum Piercings are Suddenly Back In

THE LOOK:  
Hoops between the nostrils. This piercing trend comes out of South Asia, where Bengali women wear a “nathori,” or Indian septum piercing, to signify marital status. In southern Nepal, it signifies social, tribal, and religious standings. In the ‘90s, the look became a staple accessory of the grunge generation. Now it’s back thanks to A-listers with a thing for unique jewelry placement.

WHO’S SPORTING IT:
Scarlett Johansson, Jessica Biel, Zoë Kravitz, Lady Gaga, and Cailin Russo

WHERE TO GET IT:
Not afraid of a little pain? These L.A. Piercing shops that can give you a septum makeover with prices ranging from $45-$65, including jewlery:

Body Electric Tattoo & Piercing
7274 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA
(323) 954-0408

Freak Chic
7365 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA
(323) 951-1501

Atomic Tattoo
5903 Hollywood Blvd
Los Angeles, CA
(323) 465-7869

HOW TO FAKE IT:
Not into the permanence of a piercing? Cop the look for a day:

Via Etsy: Septum Fake Nose Ring – Silver Plated / Gold Plated / Copper /Tinned Copper
This version from ARTDanna is simple but substantial

Freepeople’s “Ring me” Collection
These six options are more expensive than the one above, but they are also more intricate. Four can also be worn on ears.

Full article here: lamag.com.