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The practice of piercing is known to have existed for over 5,000 years at least, with the oldest mummified corpse ever discovered being found to have ears that were not only pierced through with or...

Though the term “Goth” was originally coined circa 1981(an interesting pseudonym pilfered in part from the architectural style to which its aesthetic bares resemblance), the gothic rock movement ce...

We're all familiar with modern day legendary creatures, from the Loch Ness Monster, to the Yeti, and even the Moth Man, and the Chupacabra.  But with little consideration in the modern era, mythica...

Temporary tattoos are one of the most widely available and inexpensive body art options in the modern United States, but did you know that semi-permanent tattooing has been alive and well for centu...

Costume jewelry that imitated nature was an emerging fashion that began to appear in the late 1950's, carried over to the 1960's. This could be seen in styles depicting floral displays with bright,...

The style of music known as Rock and Roll has historically been one of the driving forces in uniting people.  People of many different backgrounds love rock & roll.  In fact, it may have helped...

In recent years with the popularity of modern astrology and the newest developments in astronomical research, the zodiac has become an interesting and noted topic of discussion.  The mass acceptanc...

In the United States, as in most countries, toe rings serve mainly as a fashion accessory for the foot.  What most people don’t know however, is that toe rings have a very interesting history.  In ...

Coming in third on the list of most common body piercing sites, it's no wonder the nose has grabbed modern America's attention.  From celebrities to rock stars, and even neighborhood teenagers, a n...