Reviews of Avant-Garde. (Tattoo Shop) in Milwaukee (Wisconsin).

Avant-Garde

769 Reviews

297 Comments

Tattoo shop

Body piercing shop

7201 W Greenfield Ave, West Allis, WI 53214, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of Avant-Garde

Shay Marie

I emailed first and got a response back the next day, then when I was ready to come in the wonderful ladies at the jewelry counters, cant remember who I spoke with but she was excellent. Very nice and helpful staff. Then the owner did my piercing such a pleasant person very personable, knowledgable, made me feel so comfortable. This is by far best customer experience all 2022 for me. It was really busy for a Wednesday but they handled my walk in and all appointments while I was there in a timely manner. I cannot rave enough about them, Im going back this weekend with my child!

Roberta Yaccarino

From the minute I walked in to when I left everyone was very friendly and professional. Place was extremely clean and was virtually painless. The piercer was great! Her philosophy was “ she treats everyone the way she would want to be treated”. If everyone thought that way the world would be a better place. Thanks again.

Ashley Anne

I haven’t been to Avant Garde since they moved! I was really impressed when I stopped in today. The ladies at the front were very helpful. Brent and Kaitlynn were professional, and easy to talk to. I came in for a few earlobe and cartilage piercings and they were knowledgeable, and informative. I will definitely recommend your location to others and would come back in the future. Thank you for everything today!

Sam Sobocinski

Avant Garde is a nice place clean professional. But the price is ridiculous! I can't believe it's all "inflation" I've had other piercings done including my nose ($95 was way too much!) I know I should have asked if it was because of the jewelry I chose. It would have been bexcellantcustomer service if she said something before ringing it up. The piercer was very nice her room was clean. Made just the right amount of small talk. She I would recommend in a heartbeat. The shop and their prices no. If a shop doesn't have prices posted for piercing or tattoos they can and will charge you for whatever they think they can get out of you. That's how it felt. I just wanted a simple post with a small clear gemstone.

tonedeafparrot

i've had 20+ piercings done at avant garde. yes their services are expensive, but you absolutely pay for what you get here. their work is fantastic and all of the employees are extremely knowledgeable about body modification. the appointment rooms are doctor's office levels of sterile. i can't recommend this place enough. they go to huge lengths to make sure you know that you're in the best hands possible.

MM L

I brought my 13 year old daughter into walk in today for her 1st lobe piercing on each ear. We were treated kindly and the front staff were very knowledgeable. We did have to wait a bit as it’s was busy, but expected being a walk in. We were brought back for the piercing. I am sorry I am not sure who it was that did my daughter’s ears. My daughter is sensitive to alcohol so the piercer had the owner come in to make sure she would be ok with the alcohol swab. We felt confident that she would. The piercer was very kind and explained everything to my daughter. She did the 1st ear and my daughter was pleasantly surprised that it didn’t hurt. Same with the 2nd ear. We had a very good experience and I’d definitely recommend Avant-Garde.

Carrie Mitchell

Covid fee? I'm confused what this pays for. Not a single person STAFF or customer had on a mask. Not to mention there was not a single mask, hand sanitizer, nothing that was available or anywhere in site would warrant a COVID fee. I can not wait to see how this fee gets justified by the owner. It would have also been nice to see a price list seeing as my daughter paid $197 for a navel piercing again including a COVID fee. Let me guess this covid fee is a fund that's collected in case any staff happens to catch covid so they can be off of work? Oh I'm so excited and waiting for the justification in this seeing as not a single staff had on a mask, gloves,nor was there a drop of hand sanitizer anywhere in sight let alone any kind of specialty products where the chairs and such are wiped down because I can tell you my daughter and I went in the same room and nothing was wiped down in between both of our piercings. Before anyone tries to say we're family the address is on our ID don't match we don't live in the same household so if we're going to be charged a covid fee than the least you could have did was sanitizer chair in between piercings. Some money back I think these Covid fees are ridiculous and I would demand my covid fee returned.

Jamie C

oooof these reviews… lolol. it depends on the day i guess, as does anyplace. yes, i waited one hour, which was lengthy, and it was pricier than any other place i’ve gone to for piercings buuuuut it was backed up by knowledge and a clean room soooo i’m not mad about it. very veryyyyy pleased! peace of mind/cleanliness is worth everyyyyy penny. the girls answered allll my questions & helped me out. i enjoyed my piercer-they/them pronoun (wish i caught your name! gold glasses, the walk was to the straight back room… would def have you do the rest of my piercings from here on out, anyways!) so clean! it wasn’t dirty. and it is pricey. buuuut. you pay for everything i mentioned above. don’t pierce yourself at kroger when you can go to sendiks, okkkkkk. you know what i’m saying-worth it! A++++++++++ thanks <3

Cassie Morales

Been here several times and always feel welcomed! Anytime I have questions they are answered without making me feel dumb. The employees are so sweet and helpful. The place is also very clean!

brandon brookbank

The people are super knowledgeable and friendly! They answered all my questions and gave me some great advice!! They do take walk-ins but use the website to make an appointment if you don't like to wait lol

DeeDee Martinez

Came here back in March 2019 for a daith ear piercing & was so please I came back yesterday for the Tragus piercing. Both experiences were awesome. Staff is very efficient & friendly. Always ready to answer questions and are very knowledgeable. Would recommend them to anybody who's interested in getting piercing work done.

Carla Fermann

Took my teenage daughter in to get her ears pierced. We walked in, and someone was able to help us right away. After my daughter selected earrings and we checked out, we only had to wait a few minutes before a piercer was available. I called first to see if they were taking walk-ins. The person I spoke with on the phone was really nice. She said that walk-ins were welcome, but they (understandably) couldn't guarantee how long the wait would be. My only prior experience with piercing was at a couple of places in the mall. This was so much better than that. They took her into a "procedure room" which is similar to a doctor's office. The piercer, Sage, did a really good job at putting my daughter at ease. The price was very reasonable also -- we paid about $65, including the earrings. We paid more than that when my other daughter got hers pierced at a kiosk near the food court at Mayfair. Also, Avant-Garde didn't try to upsell us or make us buy special cleaning solution. Also, it looks like at least one of the staff members knows sign language. As a hearing person I never really think about that, but it was really nice to see that person communicating via sign language with a customer. Some of the staff members have name tags with their pronouns on them, and there is a sign posted saying that if your preferred name or pronouns don't match what your ID says to just let them know. I would definitely go back here if I wanted to get any piercings.

Rose M

So happy this place is still open and doing well. I got my belly button pierced here 11 years ago and I have never changed my jewelry, I still have the original one in and it's amazing. I love it and the memory it holds. Hope to visit again soon. So professional!

Ryan Gagnon

I was a walk-in on a Saturday with their schedule fully booked, from entering to exit it took 2 hours. Great service, amazing piercer, nice clean inclusive bathrooms. Once it was my turn I was back out within 5 minutes. Customer order of getting pierced seemed all over the place.

Jane Doe

Best customer service I've ever received! My step daughter loves her nostril piercing. We were a walk in and only waited about 20 minutes total and there were quite a few people before us!

Katie Kozlosky

I've been going to Avant-Garde for a long time and buy all my body jewelry from here. Staff is always professional, helpful and also answer all of my questions. Highly recommend

Holly Kruszwicki

Everytime I come here I've had a great experience! Very clean and informative. Every staff member I've had an encounter with has been exceptionally friendly!

Squid Blyth

Very clean, very courteous, and very professional. Can't wait to get my next piercing here!

MonbebeKennedi

Went here to get my nose pierced for my birthday the ladies were very nice and helpful! It was very quick too. Would definitely recommend!

Tina Bondar

The atmosphere is relaxing and the employees are professional and amazing at what they do! My daughter and I initially went in for an industrial piercing and since they are thorough with how they do things, they measured her ear and realized she wasn't able to get it due to the chance of tearing afterwards. They gave other options so that we didn't leave unsatisfied and my daughter got flat cartilage piercings done. We are completely satisfied with the outcome and will be back soon for more!!

Jo Kitzrow

The piercing itself was a breeze! The piercer was professional, fast, and precise. I unfortunately had to take the jewelry out and let it close up because my body wasn’t allowing the piercings to heal. This is a bit of fault on my part for not doing more research on what type of jewelry would work the best for me. I do wish that the person who initially checked me in didn’t steer me away from what I originally wanted but all is good. At the end of the day they are the ones that do this for a living and see many different piercings throughout the day and know what’s best for each person. The piercing as a whole just wasn’t right for me :(

Bree

Very impressed with everything about this place. I came in to get my nipples pierced and the receptionist spent nearly 15 minutes helping me find jewelry that wouldn't irritate my nickel sensitivity but was within my budget. The piercer was super professional as well and gave clear instructions for aftercare. Everything was clean and the pain from the piercings was pretty minimal. I'll definitely go back for future piercings.

Allyson Gorman

I got my nose pierced here about 2 months ago and I was incredibly impressed by both the staff friendliness and the quality of my piercing experience! The staff is intentional and thoughtful in their services! You can expect a wait because they are trying to stay open amidst a pandemic and staff shortages, so go ahead and bring some work to do while you wait - It is 100% worth it!

Austin Ludin

Awesome experience! Very professional. Only thing was had an appointment at a certain time arrived at that time but didn’t get pierced till about 45min later I didn’t care cause it was busy. But very awesome staff definitely will be back!!!

Erick Kivi

Super friendly people maybe waited half an hour total little low on jewelry but I get it. The guy who pierced me was super nice but I completely forgot to tip after you started talking to me about my job. My bad bro I’ll be back in soon to do that.

Emma Schumitsch

I went in to get my medusa piercing yesterday with my boyfriend (who got his septum and earrings done). They were very nice to us even though we were being a little dumb! Sage did my boyfriends ears and he did a really great job on the placement and everything!! My medusa was done by an apprentice: I think her name was Jessie. She had someone in there to help her and they both were really great. I felt really bad that I bled so much and that they had a little fumble with putting the jewelry in. I’m not sure if it was my fault or not but regardless they were both very calm and collected and got everything all fixed really quickly. Overall it was a good experience.

Ally Ruesch

It seems like there are a lot of reviews about the attitude of the staff, but I didn't have that bad experience at all. I had gotten pierced at Avant Garde as a teen and knew when my daughter was ready to get her ears done, we'd go there. I made an appointment several months ago (mostly because she was wishy washy about getting them pierced and that way we had plenty of time to cancel if need be - looks like they're booking about a month out now). The front desk staff was SUPER friendly and nice. There were quite a few people sitting around waiting, but we got in at our appt time, right after we finished picking out jewelry and signing forms. The piercer wasn't as friendly as the front end staff, but they weren't rude or anything, just kind of quiet/abrupt. Either way they did a great job on my daughter's ears and that's all I really care about. Love the new location, it's much bigger and more piercing rooms. All in all we were in and out in probably half an hour and my daughter is thrilled about her ears.

charlie

sadly im coming back to update my review on this place. ever since i found a piercer who actually has proof of his work and his talent in piercing i've realized how badly these piercings were done. when i had to take out my bridge that i got done at this place and it healed over, i came to my newest piercer and he explained to me how badly it was done. he mentioned that it was not done far back enough + the jewelry they gave for my bridge was bad because it's supposed to be a longer barbell to accommodate swelling. my new bridge is done properly so you can still see the scars from the previous one and it's very obvious it was done badly. i have gotten all of my piercing done here so i also had a bad experience with my first nose piercing because i was told a ring is perfectly fine for a new nose piercing and it ended up getting a keloid (which i managed to get rid of) when i came back to get my other side done i remember telling her that i wanted a ring and she informed me that was the incorrect way to do it and you can only have a stud to prevent keloids and irritation. i give this place only 3 stars now because of the two bad piercings but i had a good experience with my septum, eyebrow. and nose rings (besides the keloid) they also have an amazing selection of jewelry which i have NEVER been able to find anywhere else. if i ever came back it would solely be for the jewelry pieces.

Amy Nehls

Smooth and easy process. Arrived 20 minutes early for appointment (Tuesday afternoon), picked out earing, completed paperwork and paid. Appoinment happened right as scheduled and cartilage piercing only took 10 minutes.

Angela Alvarado-Nowack

This has been my go to place for years to get piercings. I love the online booking they offer. They are always super helpful with answering questions and picking out new jewelry. Would definitely recommend!!

Michelle Maciosek

Great shop. Management is knowledgeable and great to work with. Piercers have always been super nice, easy to work with, explain everything, super clean/sterile, and very knowledgeable. Definitely recommend them!

James Comeau

kind of pricey for some of the things you get done, but being an excellent store in most body art you get what you pay for. some of there jewelry is a tad high in price. aside from that top notch pace i have gone to for years. i would recommend and have done so to friends.

Rowena

The piercers here are super professional and clean. I had my nose pierced here twice. The reason why I gave them 3 stars was because of the girl who is working the front. She seemed so unwelcoming and gave me such an uncomfortable feeling. We called in to see if they are accepting walk-ins and the man on the phone told us to come on down. We also asked if we needed to schedule and appointment. He told us it’s first come first serve type of deal, according to him. We headed down and we arrived at 7:15pm. No one was in the front, so patiently browsed and waited. 8:05pm: the girl comes walking in. Looks at us, no word spoken, my fiancé walks up and tell her he wanted his septum pierced. She rings him up and tells him there an extra charge. BEWARE: they charge for coming in an hour before they close. We understood but annoyed since we were there before 8pm. So forth, he gets his septum and we leave. The next day, I decided I wanted to get my septum done. It’s 6pm and online it states it closes at 9pm. I walk in, same girl, she looks me up and down. I tell I want my septum done, says not today. I looked confused and she says they’re booked until October! I was just in there yesterday and was told it was walk in only! I walked out and went to Body Ritual instead. It was a whole lot cheaper and the vibe was much more comfortable. Overall for AG: 10/10 professional piercing 0/10 customer service They need more friendlier people

Eva Prenger

This is a clean piercing parlor with really nice staff. The cost will depend on which jewelry you choose for the piercings, but I felt like I paid a fair price for a total of 3 (2 earlobes plus a cartilage piercing). Scheduled appointments schedule out pretty far but if you walk in expect to wait (I came on a Saturday and was told 2-4 hours, they call you when your turn is coming up next - that is totally fair for a walk in wait time on a weekend and they speed it up by getting your jewelry chosen and paperwork signed ahead of time). I see some reviews complaining about the wait or the price, but this isn’t a stand at the mall where they’re piercing your ears with a gun - it’s a professional piercing shop and they do a fantastic job.

TJ Butler

Great experience, super knowledgeable and honest. They will always tell you the right thing even if its not what you want to hear but I promise its for the best. They want your piercing to heal properly and will give you advice based this rather than cater to impatient people who want to swap jewelry sooner than recommended. The staff is always friendly from the front desk to the piercer regardless of who it is. Excellent staff, business establishment and practice. I plan on being a regular.

Heidi Westfall

Great customer service. They were knowledgeable and experienced.

Heather S (That1Chick414)

I love this place. I have been going here for over 15 years and wouldn't want to go anywhere else to get pierced. They are down to one piercer so I had to wait over a month to book an appointment but it was well worth the wait. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and the piercer will set your mind at ease and answer any questions in a professional and courteous manner.

Yuki Ayase

Very Satisfied Customer Tl;dr: Professional and sanitary earlobe piercing less painful than a flu shot. Walked in at 11AM, 4th person in line, and done by 12:30PM. Very helpful staff and piercer (owner). Transgender friendly. Masks and ID required. I have never had any piercing done before, and I wanted to get my earlobes professionally pierced. Their website showed appointment was booked for the next 2 months. I called and was suggested to try walk-ins if I do not mind waiting but want it done sooner. Since walk-ins are first-come-first-serve and will stop accepting walk-ins by 4-5PM, they recommended that I stop by as early as possible. I arrived 5 minutes after their 11 AM opening. Mask required regardless of immunization status. I was the 4th person in line. The lady at the counter checked me in. She was very friendly, suggested a pair of starter earrings that would work well for my needs, took a copy of my ID, and answered all of my questions I had while I signed the waiver form. While I waited, a 5th person with a noon appointment arrived and she was serviced on time. My turn came after her at around 12:20PM. By then, there were 5-6 people waiting after me. The piercer was Brent, the owner. He was also very friendly, explained the process to me, marked the spots, sanitized the earlobes, and knowing that it was my first time, he made me relax by having small talk during piercing. The procedure was less painful than a flu shot. I was done by 12:30PM with great looking starter earrings! Very satisfied.

Heather Pischke

The shop is very clean and the staff are friendly. The only issue was not knowing that more jems means a higher price for the jewelry.

RYDER Blake

I've gotten 3 piercings done at this place, and I loved the experience. My question is, if I could get my industrial switched out, since I've had it for 3 years and it has not healed. I don't have the right anatomy for it, plus I think the bar is to small.

Stacy Schuerman

If you are having second thoughts about this place because of a few bad reviews about wait times please ignore them! I don't leave reviews ever but after tonight's experience I feel like I have to. I got my nose pierced at another place on Saturday and have been having issues the past two days with the piercing. She pierced me with a nose bone stud. The end of the stud kept going into my nostril and I had to keep pushing it back in which was painful and causing a lot of redness and swelling. I met with Brent and he went over everything with me in great detail. He put a new proper piece of jewelry in my nose and in just a few hours my redness is already down. He was so nice and answered all my questions. I didn't feel rushed and he made me feel very comfortable and at ease. The ladies at the front desk were so nice and extremely helpful. If you want a piercing done properly go here! It really is worth the wait! Thank you again for fixing and saving my nose piercing. I will definitely be back!

christina huth

I had a nose piercing changed here and everyone was fantastic! They sized my nose to make sure the bar wouldn't be too long or short and helped me pick out the perfect size. Brent is amazing and so professional. You can tell he's passionate about his work. The front staff were very knowledgeable. Highly recommend!!

S Berg

Busy (even on a Tuesday afternoon!), the staff was helpful - I came in to replace a horseshoe ring for my septum piercing. The only thing lacking was communication by the staff to let me know what was the next step and who I was waiting for.... I figured it out but it would have been nice to told what were the next steps.

Meagan Ludwig

Make an appointment. Make an appointment. Make an appointment. They take walk-ins, but you will wait a while with no real sense for how long it will be. This isn’t necessarily a problem, but I wish there was a message on their website with this disclaimer. They only offer dual piercings - two piercers who pierce both ears at the same time (which they recommend for children) on Friday-Sunday. Again, it would be nice if there was information about this on their website, where they encourage you to make an appointment. Apparently, they are currently booked out about a month. The gal who did the attempted piercing for my daughter today was awesome & kind. So, if we go back here, it will be because of her. We’ll make a weekend appointment that we make a month in advance. Because that’s how they roll.

Tori Boo

Got my nipples pierced here about a year and a half ago, was very fast and the girl who pierced me made me feel welcomed and relaxed. Had a little trouble due to the way I was sleeping and went in for an appointment to get one of them checked out. The owner Brent ended up helping me, he was very informative and helped comfort me that it would be perfectly fine. He gave me solid advice, and I’m happy to say it has helped me tremendously! Whatever you may need that’s piercing related, I highly recommend stopping here!! In my experience, I’ve always gotten super good service, and I plan to go in for another nose piercing soon!

Kali McConville

Successfully left with foreign objects poked into my body. In seriousness, I got an industrial piercing and was impressed with the whole process. Employees were knowledgeable and put me at ease. The store seems clean and I preferred that it was not cluttered and did not feel "creepy." The fish tank in the lobby is calming, which was nice as I was a bit nervous. I appreciated that someone measured my ear to make sure it was even advisable to get this piercing. I had to wait a bit longer because of that, but I'd rather wait to make sure it's done right. The piercer took her time to educate me on caring for the piercing, and I like that they say to contact them with any issues or questions. You don't just get rushed out the door.

Gao Lee

I was so terrified to get my septum pierced after seeing how big it was!! But Mackenzie definitely made the whole experience EXTREMELY smooth. Will definitely go back for more ☺️ I recommend you schedule an appointment if possible instead of walking in, it’s so much faster. The staff there were so sweet and helpful. I loved their attitude towards the customers and each other. 6/5 stars if possible. Thanks so much!

thadon

great customer care very knowledgeable about what they sell and what they can do

Andy Galaska

I was just there about an hour ago and getting a new earring was a smooth process. The workers were so nice. I highly suggest going here. They are all amazing ppl that work there!

Cody

Knowledgeable staff and an awesome piercer took care of my step-daughter. I came in as a walk in and was taken care of right away. We only waited 20min and everything was done. Also the prices are very reasonable at $47 for a lip pierced with everything included. Thank you for treating her well. I will definitely be coming back again.

Emily Erman

I got my nostril done and I am in love with it! Like with everything there is the good and the bad. While entering the store I felt very unwelcomed by the front counter staff, getting my first body piercing I was extremely nervous and I had a bunch of questions to calm my nerves. I felt me asking the question was a hassle and they just wanted me out of the store as soon as possible. When picking my jewelry I was very disappointed that there was very few selections as they were out of stock on a lot of them. Once again I had questions about having no nickle and she just pointed to the neometal. Not being allowed to have an "support person" at this time was totally understandable but not having the front desk asking any question or opinions on what they think looked best because they lacked the customer service was a huge let down. Once being called in the back for the actual piercing, the person who pierced me was super personable and super friendly and made me feel super comfortable in 2 minutes as the last hour in the waiting room I felt so uncomfortable. The person who did my piercing was amazing. All in all this place was super clean and I loved how it was just for piercing and not tattoos and piercings. If this would be your first time I would have a hard time recommending it just because of how unfriendly and uncomfortable the front employees made me feel, definitely make an appointment to limit the time you have to sit or interact with the front desk employees.

Baylee Rosario

My 2 friends and I went in to all get something done. Customer service was great and the piercer Jennifer was even better. We had a great conversation with her, we talked to her while we were getting our stuff done and it felt pretty painless. Will definitely be coming back again.

Haley Fioretti

Very nice staff, so clean, good selection of jewelry. I got my septum pierced and overall the whole process was great. I was 10 minutes late to my appointment and they still were just as accommodating and took their time.

E S

Great place to get pierced! I always come here and I always suggest it to anyone looking to get a piercing. Staff is super nice and jewelry selection is great. Never had a bad experience and I’ve been coming here for my piercing needs for like 10 years, literally.

Anna Herff

MAKE AN APPOINTMENT! It makes your time here super quick! Everyone I met during my appointment was so nice, helpful and knowledgeable. I felt safe and that my questions were all answered thoroughly. I will always come here for piercings and always always recommend people here!

Leidy Pineda

They changed their staff and they are welcoming and friendly. The manager was very informative and helpful. The piercer was excellent. He was very professional and there was no pain whatsoever.He is great at what he does and has a long career in piercing. They have a great variety of jewelry. I loved my piercing. Highly recommend this place.

Kirsten Castine

Always so great! I've been coming to them for all my piercings since I turned 18, and I'm 25 now! They have done my tongue, nose, industrial, septum, nipples, and as of recently my tragus for the second time! They are always so friendly, clean, and very informative of the piercing you are going to get! They will tell you if a piercing won't work for you, and are always willing to accommodate with another piercing you may want as they did for me! I will continue to come back always!

Somkhith Phattaphone

The only place I really go to for all my piercing needs. Prices are more than fair and the piercers are really knowledgeable on all types of piercings. Place is really laid back and you see all kinds of people here. No need to be worried. The piercers are trained professionals who have seen it all. From the 16 year old who comes in with the parents for a nose or belly button piercing to the rebel who gets a piercing below the waist, they have seen and done it all. Very professional people and I highly recommend them to anyone for any piercing needs.

Abby

I love this place. I’ve gotten two nostril piercings and a navel piercing from here, and every time I go everyone is so clean and professional. They take lots of precautions to ensure that you’re getting a safe piercing. I’ve only done walk-ins and they do a great job at getting me in asap.

Sylvia Rambo

Took my daughter to get her ear pierced. She is very happy. Brent did a wonderful job . Made her comfortable and relaxed! Very sweet and very professional. Prices are unbeatable. Highly recommend. Super clean and everyone is nice. We will be back.

Kathryn Welden

This was my first visit to Avant-Garde. I did not have a particular piercer I wanted to see, just called and made an appointment for last Saturday, the process was simple. When we arrived I filled out my paperwork and paid (I felt the price was VERY reasonable, was actually surprised it was not more). Although they had several walk-ins waiting in the lobby I only waited a few minutes and was happy with my wait time. When I was called back Jennifer had all the tools and supplies prepared, she quickly and efficiently lined up her marks and got the piercing done, which I really appreciated since I was a bit nervous! She answered my questions and sent me on my way with my aftercare instructions. My piercing is healing nicely and I am very happy with the results. I will definitely return here for more piercings!

Jaxson Bravo

Don’t get me wrong, I love this place and the piercings they do are awesome. Everyone is professional and friendly. However, I called last week about getting more ear piercings and made an appointment for 12:30 today (Sep. 2). I head there today and and see that they’re in the midst of moving locations? I was sooooooooo mad that I wasn’t informed because I missed a big chunk of my school day to be here too. Disappointed this time but I will still be returning because of their good piercing work.

Chad Wojtysiak

They are OK in my book. My wife went here for a piercing - and they did a good job. The nice thing was any time she had an issue, they would always help out. The issue usually had to do with trying to change out the piercing (nose), and not being able to get it back in. She would stop in there, and they would get her in and out in no time - at no charge. They seemed very professional, and the work environment was sterile.

Plutohs

My daughter and I came into Avant today we had an 4:30pm & 5:00pm appointment with Brent to have Nose Piercings, Ear Piercings & Her Bellybutton Ring Upgraded. The staff was very friendly, the bathroom was not only clean but smelled clean too! The waiting area was nice and clean and so was the Piercing Areas. Brent was Very Sterile, Professional, and Friendly. He took time and explained step by step what to expect and also the after care for our new piercings. The service was quick and Brent was Awesome! He answered all of my questions. There was a Variety Of Jewelry to choose from, I was so Impressed. I’m glad I found a shop that Specializes in Body Piercings. Highly Recommend! Thanks Brent 💙😉

V B

Friendly and Clean, They had a decent selection of jewelry. Everyone working there was friendly. I walked in on a Monday night thinking it wouldn't be busy, but it was packed. There was a line of people, but I didn't have to wait too long. It gave me time to look at the jewelry and relax. When I got in to be pierced I was happy it was a female, even though it was just for my nose. She was very friendly and took her time. She didn't make me feel rushed at all. It was almost like a doctors appointment. She made sure I loved where the spot was. She gave me a few options and didn't pressure me at all. I will defiantly go back her again if I get any more piercings. Vanessa

Elizabeth H

I go here for all my piercing needs! Every single person there is knowledgeable, kind and thoughtful. They have great selection of jewelry, pretty fair price on it too! The wait can be anywhere from 5 minutes to 20 depending on the day. But they have 2 couches which makes the wait okay! The piercing takes place in a separate part of the shop that is closed off. It's very clean, well lit and is a comfortable atmosphere. The piercers take their time with each client and ensure all questions are answered. The owner is almost always there too! I was a huge wuss about my septum and I didn't feel judged, which i appreciated. All the gold stars for this place!

Shishona Williams

The receptionist was nice the piercing lady was nice as well I had no problems will be going back to get my other piercings

Amanda Jenkins

The piercer took very good care of me! And he was very clean he washed his hands like 8 times, and used all the proper material to pierce my ear. Smelled like I was at the doctors office ! He was quick and very talkative which calmed my nerves ,because I was really anxious! My piercing looks great and I will CONTINUE TO GO BACK. A great experience! Side note: book an APPOINTMENT getting in is hard (with walk ins) because there so busy!!! So call ahead would be nice!

Haunted Minnie

Been coming here for about 10 years. All the piercer's that have pierced me, have done a great job. Over the years, some of the counter help have not been very attentive....But I will always come back. Would never cheat on my piecer!!!

Amanda Cooper

First piercing experience in over 10 years, since my tounge ring when i was 18. This place was super professional, and the whole process was pretty quick and painless. I made an appointment just to make sure i could get in and not have to wait long, but my friend decided last minute to get hers done too and we only ended up having to wait 10 mins to get her in on a busy day. Would definitely trust them and go again for my next piercing

Angel Churney

I’ve been coming here to get my septum jewelry changed for mri’s and my recent brain surgery and I’ve always done a walk in and been in and out within an hour. Longest wait was close to two hours but they were incredibly busy and they still made time for me. I recently increased my jewelry size and I love it I found this beautiful purple septum jewelry and I’m obsessed!

Izzy Lebron

It was so clean and nice here! I got a septum piercing done, my piercer was very sweet and helped make me feel comfortable. Sure the wait was long but it was worth it. I recommend this place to anyone wanting super cute piercings done!

Ashley Zimmermann

Extremely clean, knowledgeable, and professional. I won't go anywhere else in the MKE area for a piercing. Unlike most piercing/tattoo places, AG only does piercings.

Ariel Glassman

Brent did an excellent job. I love the work he did for me! The shop was very clean and Brent answered all my questions. It was clear that he has done his homework and kept up to date on current information. He really seemed to care about my comfort and was very approachable. The store has a lot of pretty, high quality jewelry in stock. I would certainly go here again.

David

This is hands down the most reputable piercing place in Wisconsin. I've been here three times, and will be returning hopefully soon for another 3 piercings! I experienced next to no pain, I was well informed by the piercer of the procedure, and I had no complications with healing.

Hannah Willett

Solid experience! I got a couple ear lobe piercings; the staff was very friendly and professional. Very inclusive and accepting of trans folks! <3

itsquirrely !

Recently got a piercing done here and I was amazed at how knowledgeable the staff was. They were also very comforting since I was getting a piercing that I was very nervous about. I would highly recommend going here and have told many people already how happy I was about everything. Will be going back for any of the other piercings that I want.

Alisia Wilson

Got my nipples pierced here on the 15th. Every single person there was very sweet, helpful and funny. Got my piercing done by Ms.Jennifer...HIGHLY RECCOMEND HER!!!! She made me feel so comfortable. She so nice and knowledgeable. I will definitely be back for more.

Ellie Schneck

Very clean, super professional and very knowledgeable. I got my daith pierced, which is my first piercing since my ears were pierced as a baby. She explained the process and helped me feel comfortable. It was quick and did not hurt too bad. She gave great instructions for care and cleaning. Highly recommend this place!

kellie Meyer

Employees were very kind and explained step by step for our baby to get her ears pierced. They then gave the option of 2 piercers doing her ears at the same time, so it was over fast. Loved these women!

Dohv Kahn

Never been here before. We were on vacation and wife lost her septum ring do we ran up here to replace it on a locals advice. Walked in and girl was inviting but not overly friendly and seemed put out to help us. While we waited another woman came out and we asked her for her help as the other blew us off; she was much more friendly and helpful. Place is very clean and both piercers were super friendly and quick. Prices are not too bad. Ok amount of selection. Not a lot of natural choices for jewelry. If we lived here fought we would’ve back.

Kreole Geneticz

I've come here for my last 3 piercing and I must say, I always leave pleased. They're reasonably priced and have excellent customer service. I give them 4 Strong Stars instead of 5 only because when they're packed you will have to wait awhile.

Lindsay Bartel

Everyone is super nice and helpful. They were able to sell me a new nose ring and change it out for me. All less than $20 and less than 20 minutes. They're doing a great job with limiting the number of people in the store.

nathan perekovich

got a conch piercing done here awhile back. it must've been a busier night because the place was packed. staff was very friendly and patient, especially with all the customers in the room. my friend and i got our piercings done in probably less than 10 minutes (the wait was around an hour though..). aftercare instruction was very detailed and helpful! i intend to visit again but the three stars are mostly for visuals and the lack of organization to the jewlery being sold. otherwise good staff that are well trained!

Brian McFar

Well last time I was there MAYBE 5 years ago it was fine. I'm not sure why Google is asking me for a review for visiting their website. Dumb.

Robin E

Been here for a few different piercings over the past few years. Always had a great experience! Be warned, they are busy, so call ahead to make an appointment or br prepared to wait, if you walk in. The team is awesome!!! Highly recommend!!!

Adalatmira Colon

My wife and I recently went here for three piercings, the septum, nose, and medusa. Robyn pierced us and she was so nice! So knowledgeable, and made us feel super comfortable because she explained every step of the process. Definitely our go to for piercings ! Thanks guys!! Everyone was so nice there

Jackey “Quail” Post

Called a few days in advance for an appointment for piecing. Checked in at 3:45 for a 4:00 PM appointment and did not end up being called back until after 4:30! Might as well of been a walk-in! There is a decent selection of jewelry available. The staff is thorough about after care of the piercing. Over all they are clean and well maintained. However lacking in friendly faces and keeping to scheduled appointments. Which is very inconvenient and ruins the experience when irritated. Suddenly- everything is nit picked sadly.

Holly Thomas

I wanted to get a new ring for my nose. They would allow me because it’s my choice but informed me that I should wait a few more weeks for my piercing (which I got somewhere else) is fully healed. Very knowledgeable and friendly ladies. Be ware there may be a wait as they accept walk ins. If you’re in a rush make an appointment maybe?

Trisha

I highly suggest going here for piercings. I went with a friend and Jennifer was amazing. You can definitely tell she has done this a million times. I felt comfortable the whole time. She was not rough and she was very professional. Even though she was behind schedule she didn’t rush us at all.

courtney smith

I got my 1 year olds ears pierced here. The shop is extremely clean and sterile. The lady explained everything in the procedure step by step and made us feel very comfortable. They were able to do both ears at once. It went very fast and they were professional. The guy who assisted it didnt say much to us but ptobably cuz it was your routine baby's ear piercing. I highly reccomend this place to anyone who wants to get their baby's ears pierced!

Ken Miller

It continues to be the best place for piercing needs. Took my daughter to get work done, great social distancing in place and very clean. Without appointments we were in and out in an hour, both done and both very happy

Holly Jahn

After going to a super sketchy piercing place the first time and then coming here, this place was great! All the staff was very helpful and friendly and even everyone in the shop waiting to be pierced was nice! It didn't take long at all, in and out. The piercer was very very nice and super friendly and funny! He made me less nervous by just being so calm and relaxed. He informed me of everything and was very helpful. They had a very large selection of jewelry and everything was very clean and organized. I will for sure be going back for more piercings here. I wouldn't dream of going anywhere else!

Lauren Schoenecker

Ive been there twice in the span of a week and I personally had a really good experience. The piercers I had were very respectful and quick. I got my Nose and ears pierced and I had a wonderful experience and I plan on going there again for future piercings!!!

Jake Baldwin

We walked in on a Saturday (DON'T DO THIS, you will have to wait) to pierce my 5 year old daughter's ears and were greeted by friendly and helpful woman. We filled out paperwork and had to wait for 45 minutes (because we were a walk-in on the weekend). It was no problem in asking for both ears to be pierced at the same time and both piercers were fantastic with my daughter. Thank you Avant Garde for giving us the best experience possible under our circumstances. For my next daughter, I will make an appointment.

Kyle

Went and got some piercings done with a friend and we were not disappointed! Staff was great and the work they performed was exceptional. Intend on using them for any future piercing needs. Thanks again!

Roberta Brauch

I started coming here 16 years ago as a teenager with my parents! I will without a doubt bring my kids here as well if they decide they want piercings. My last date night with my husband included a stop here for a few piercings! Lol. To the people who complain about the wait... Any body modification establishment is most likely going to have a wait (even if you made an appointment!) would you want them rushing through your piercings to get to the next person? I think not! Also people don't consider, you may be waiting for a specific artist to do your work who does it best.. don't you want the best?! I know I don't mind one bit, especially if I'm waiting for brent!! Love this place! Will support it forever!

Alyssa Harte

Went and got my daith pierced the other day, they were very professional. They walked me through the whole process. The piercing was quick and painless. Would definitely go back (2 hour drive from illinois) and recommend to other people.

Tori Kensa (TheGoddessOfToast)

Absolutely love coming here! I've gotten 3 major piercings done here, the staff is very professional and they do their best to make the process as painless as possible. Though they would benefit from a larger location/more staff, it is no fault of theirs that they are so busy! Would 10/10 recommend to anyone in the West Allis/Milwaukee area.

Tina Isenring

I have been getting my piercings for about 5 yrs plus and they do a excellent job. I like the fact that the place is nice and clean and everything is sterile and the place is has great workers and helps you with anything you need and all questions you have. I would highly recommend this place to all my friends and family. Excellent work and reasonable too I give it an A+ RATING

Samuel Velazquez

Absolutely love getting piercings here but if you are a walk in do expect to wait for a while. It was worth it cause the piercer does a great job and knows what he is doing.

Lisa Coffman

Brent was AWESOME with my 8 year old daughter who is very anxious about needles and medical procedures. He took the extra time needed despite being short-staffed and very busy. She loves her pierced ears and I couldn't be more satisfied. Thanks Brent!!

Alexa Richter-Moore

Got several piercings here. Theyre always professional, quick, and helpful. Jen is nice and easy to talk to. Brent can be intimidating and his humor can be risque (called me a pu**y infront of my mom as a joke because my nose piercing forced 1 tear drop out as a reaction) but hes still a cool person as well.

Monica Danielle Reida

Prior to getting an industrial piercing done--barbell through upper cartilage--I've had four other ear piercings done in my life. Three of them on my left cartilage, and then both of my lobes. Jenn gave me the instructions that made this the least painful piercing I've received in my life. I only felt two pinches and then some throbbing afterwards. It's easily the most comfortable and relaxed place I've been for a piercing and the most advanced. I'm really happy with the "starter" dumbbell I received and look forward to swapping it out once the healing process is done. (Also, it is totally worth it to get an appointment. You might not get in right when you're scheduled, but you'll wait less.)

Crympt

Extremely impressed with this shop. All the staff I encountered were friendly and on top of things. I got my tongue pierced by Brent, and was extremely nervous about it, but he explained what he was going to do, and throughly, and satisfactorily answered all questions I had. He had the needle in and out and the barbell in so fast I didn’t even have time to register what was happening, and the piercing didn’t hurt one bit. I don’t plan on any more piercings, but if I did, I would absolutelt never go to any shop but this one.

Sina Masakra

Best piercings in milwaukee area, ive come here for a couple piercings over the years and they're always great. People complain about the front desk workers "attitude" but i'd have a bad attitide working there if I had to deal with some of their dumb customers who know nothing about body-mods. Cheers avant-garde and congrats on the new space.

Lu

Brent is so wonderful. I don't trust anyone else to do my piercings. he's super friendly and I'm always comfortable with him. he recently helped me with an infected conch done by someone else and gave me fantastic advice and my ear is healing up already. great selection of jewelry too!

BadArt

we did a walk in expecting it to be a few hours because it was a long line, but it was only about a 45 minutes wait. The ladies at the desk where really nice and the lady checking me in made sure what kind of color and style i would like. In the back was really clean and they cleaned and marked it and it went so fast. definitely gonna go here again.

Carla Christian

My 8 year old granddaughter and I had our earlobes pierced. Very pleasant and knowledgeable staff. Avant Garde required a notarized letter from a parent and passports for each of us. Extremely busy shop the day after Christmas with a wait of about 1 hour. All procedural tools were appropriately sealed and sterilized. The procedure itself was explained in language appropriate for an 8 year old to understand. Would highly recommend this shop!

Jennifer Camacho

Didn't catch any employees names but they were all awesome!!! They made my first piercing experience go very smooth and definitely want to go back to them (: if ur looking for a piercing place, pick this one!

Sarah D

Excellent staff. I had a Tragus piercing another shop had told me closed. After checking it found out no it hadn't. I've gotten multiple piercings from here and I've been very happy. Will continue coming here specifically because of the excellent service I've experienced.

Melissa Bushman

We had an appointment to get my young (4yo) daughter's ears pierced. They were great with her! She was able to get both ears pierced at the same time and the jewelery selection was very good.

Olivia Johanneck

I went in today to get a Medusa Piercing (right above the upper lip) and I was extremely pleased with my entire experience. They allow walk-ins, and all I had to do was check in and wait for 10ish minutes. I was then called back to get my piercing done. The guy who did is was named Brent and I was so, so happy with him. He explained what was happening and was patient and answered all my questions. He had me approve of the placement of the jewelry while still giving professional input as to the best place for it to be. The piercing itself went very smoothly and he was extremely thorough when talking to me about after care and what to expect in the next minutes, days, and months. I am very satisfied with the entire experience, especially with this being my first facial piercing (besides my ears, if that even counts). I recommend Avant-Garde to anyone looking for a professional, well-done job by people who care about their customers.

Nicole Thompson

From the time I entered I felt very comfortable..got nipple piercings done by Brent who chatted with me and kept my mind at ease. Very clean and professional. Thank you so much, see you in April♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

Alanna Gould

I could be wrong but I feel like jewelry here is overpriced? I bought new jewelry for my industrial not long ago, like maybe a week or two. It was bronze when I bought it and now the paint is almost all gone and it has turned my ear green. A very cheap thing to happen with jewelry that definitely wasn't cheap. Otherwise this place is fine and the employees are pretty friendly.

F L

I just got my nose pierced today by Jennifer and she was fantastic! She answered all of my questions and was really nice. All of the staff members I encountered during my visit were friendly, attentive and courteous. I truly enjoyed my visit!

Michelle

I saw Jennifer for a nose piercing. She was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and answered all my questions. I was a little nervous but she assured me it would be over before I knew it. I'm definitely happy with my piercing.

Joe Lamb

Phenomenal piercing salon. Brent their head master piercers is hands down the body piercer I have ever met. The staff is always very friendly, acomidating, and willing to help. The only place I have the utmost confidence in getting pierced at. Cannot speak higher of their services. The only place I recommend to anyone, and the only place I will get any of my piercing work done. They know art and science of piercing and are more equipped than any other place I know. Their sterile technique is impecable and follow up care instruction and help is all encompassing. They also have the best prices on piercings and jewelry.

Laura Johnson

So happy with the work I have had done, and the work my family has had done. Jennifer has done several piercings for me and family and is really great. She is happy to answer questions during and with aftercare, and she really took care to be clean and efficient.. Brent did a consult for my 12 year old when we had an issue with her cartilage ear piercing and I was truly impressed with the way he talked to her and his knowledge. I really can't say enough nice things about Avant Garde.

Samantha Hendrickson

Just got my nose pierced there yesterday. I was helped immediately by one of the owners, and the service was very friendly. I don't have any other piercings besides my ears, but the girls behind the counter were very welcoming and helpful about my inexperience! They answered any questions I had and then some. I was a little nervous about my piercing before walking in, but that quickly went away with all of their help. Avant-Garde is also a very well-kept place. It's clean, neat, and organized. It's clear that hygiene is important to them in their institution, from the piercing stations to the bathroom to the lobby. Which made me feel a lot better about getting a hole poked in my nose flesh. I would definitely go there for any future piercings!

Sarah Goodman

I went with my daughter, had a great experience. Very clean and professional. We will definitely be coming back!

Illana Kolata

Highly recommend! I haven't trusted any other team to pierce me within the last 10+yrs. Brent is exceptional and trains all of his employees to be the very best they can be. I love Avant-Garde so much, I worked here a few years ago for a temporary amount of time. You can definitely trust them and their knowledge.

Daniela S.

Lately they’ve been super busy (as they should because I probably won’t go anywhere else anymore) and every time I go they’re always super nice and attentive. I really wanted to write this out because being busy and short-staffed is extremely overwhelming.. they manage to not take out that overwhelm on the customers and instead give amazing service and care to customers over the phone and in the shop.

Cindy Roberg

I was admittedly nervous before getting pierced but the staff was so friendly and professional that I felt completely comfortable and my piercings turned out great! I would definitely come here again for any future piercings and they have a great selection of jewelry to choose from.

Samantha Lobo

I had a very positive experience with Robyn. She was very warm, friendly, and made me feel very at ease. I highly recommend her. I only gave 4 stars because the employee at the front wasn't friendly or very helpful and made me feel like an inconvenience.

celery grace

So far I’ve gotten all of my piercings here, earlobes, industrial, and septum. Loved each experience. Staff used sterile tools and was very helpful. I recommend this place to all of my friends. 100% will go back

Greenroom 587

The staff did an amazing job. They were super friendly and helpful.

Jordan Bever

I got my VCH and Christina done at the same time, my piercer was attentive and kind, very clean environment and they have a nice jewelry selection I will definitely be going back for future piercings

Angie Teresi

Got my nose pierced for the first time and although the wait time was way longer than they told me (so much anticipation, nerves were crazy) the piercer put me at ease and was so kind. Gonna go back to swap out piercings soon!

Rozzie Pozzie

Nice, professional, small business. Went to get my ears pierced. Was like a medical office atmosphere where the piercing is done. Felt comfortable. Wasn't cheap. Had a good experience. They take walk ins.

Emmett Nischke

I got my lip pierced this tuesday. I was a little nervous but the piercer was super kind and understanding. She walked me through the process and i was out of there in 30 minutes. They answered all my questions and even had the supplies i needed to take care of my piercing. I cant wait for this to heal so i can go get another one.

Mariah S

I got my navel pierced here. I’ve forgotten herd name but she has blonde hair. She was great! I’m afraid of needles but she made it comfortable and I’m definitely going back!

Linda Brent

Was a little skeptical because of some of the not so flattering posts, but it was quite possibly the least painful piercing I've ever had and it looks great. It was a little pricey but they know what they're doing the place is spotless and I will definitely be back.

Jamie Goll

Always a great experience. I've had things done there for myself but today I took my son for his ears and it was flawless. They made him feel comfortable and was a positive experience.

Lunar Lily

These guys are great, super welcoming ans always trying to do their best. Usually its a tad bit of a wait if youre going outside the normal work day hours but never too much and theyll tell you about how long itll be. Bit its fantastic, great piercers, awesome cashiers, all the good stuff

Colleen Banach

I was always told that Avant-Garde is the best when it comes to piercings and I’ve never gone anywhere else. The piercers are always professional and knowledgeable, giving good advice and following safe practices.

Ana Aleman

Went here with my sister for her nose piercing and the piercer was a little rude, rushed and annoyed. I understand the stress but I dont think its appropriate to put that onto clients. The piercing was what she wanted, the attitude was not.

Megan Kraus

Make sure you have an appointment! Otherwise you will wait a long time! And the front staff get grumpy! Piercing was very professional and would definitely come back. With an appointment

Pamela Jones

Took my daughter to get her ears done for her 5th birthday. The Piercer was soooooo patient and great! Took time with us and was so great with my daughter. The place was clean everyone was friendly. Definitely recommend this place!

Jay Sibila

Both the staff up front and piercer were incredibly helpful, very knowledgeable, and very personal. Excellent service and a great experience for piercings!

Sav

I’ve gotten my cartilage and tragus done over a year ago and my belly button about 8 months ago and they have healed spectacularly no complications or anything highly highly recommended

Miranda Milonczyk

Got almost all my piercing here. They are always nice but to the point!. Love them all! Ty

J S

Brent and his staff are professional, knowledgeable, courteous and understanding without appearing like an uptight stuffed shirt - Even the most nervous person will feel right at ease! The retail store is well organized and always has the latest designs, stones and gems. The studios are utterly spotless and I swear they could be used as surgical suites if needed. Brent and Jim are very well-respected in the professional piercing/body modification communities, in fact, they are often looked to for advice and instruction to medical professionals as well as state and local regulatory agencies. I very highly recommend Avant Garde!

Britney Moses

Brent and Marlena helped me get my nose hole opened back up again after 5 months, I dropped a few F bins, but we got it done. I didn’t make an appointment so it took about an hour, but other than that, my experience was pleasant. 🙂 …

Amber Greyson

I always have a great experience. Staff is always very helpful and friendly. I refuse to go anywhere else for my piercings.

Gabrielle Slutzkin

It was wonderful, very nice staff. Pierced my very nervous daughters ears like pros and we all went home happy. Would highly recommend!

Keyle Roddy

I just went saturday and got my septum done. It was literally the easiest thing. I just felt a pinch and it was over. My piercer was Jeniffer and she did an amzing job. My piercing is not even sore. I recomend going to jeniffer.

Brooklyn Seals

A little bit of a wait , it go busy. Overall everyone was super nice !! And I got my noes pierced didn’t hurt as much and was REALLY fast. Will be here again

Kim Coubal

Super impressed by sterility of place where do piercing. Took my 16 year old there, was concerned but they were really good. As a RN, I watched the technique...great job and very nice.

Sara Bollech

My piercings turned out great and I highly recommend. Wish they had a bigger place though. It's always packed, sweltering hot and no place to sit or stand where you are not in the way of the cases.

Chloe Rae

This is the only place I trust to pierce me. I’ve gotten 10 piercings here in the last 3 years. Every piercer I’ve had is very knowledgeable and professional. Highly recommend to anyone!

brandon moore

I went to get a second piercing for my eyebrow and the level of customer service is excellent. Great atmosphere and great employees. Definitely will be back for next piercing

Gregg Wiliiams

First time visiting there had a good experience took my son to get his ear pierced they was quick clean and very friendly definitely would go back

Charlotte Riviere

So I had a piercing mess up at a tattoo and piercing place in Waukesha..I went to Brent at Avant -Garde to have him take a look at it..since the girl at the place in waukesha had insisted she had done it correctly...even though the piercing didnt feel right. Brent confirmed that yes it was pierced incorrectly and he has been piercing for 16+ years!, I felt so comfortable with him and trusted him immediately, He said I needed to let it heal for a week before he could fix it. So I waited and went back to him the next week and again he was very professional and easy going!. the piercing was very quick and it looks beautiful and feels great! if you ever need a piercing please go to him he specializes in all sorts of piercings! dont be like me and pay way too much somewhere else and end up botched. :) THANK YOU BRENT!!

Luz Gonzalez

Without a doubt the best place for piercings. Safe & clean environment with quality products. Hands down 💯% a 10 ⭐️ Quality service!! …

Bonnie Kuchinski

Great place to have a piercing done. Staff was cheerful and helpful. The piercing tech was pleasant and very knowledgeable. The business is Covid aware.

Rayne Greyson

Love the new shop! Best service and customer relations. Staff is confident, knowledgeable, and and most importantly trustworthy. The only shop I'll get pierced at!

Kristina Eberhardt

Took my 10-month old niece to get her ears pierced. Both ladies that did it were awesome!!!! Also got some of my jewelry swapped out. Nice, attentive staff ☺

Josie Lenz

I've been her many times to get my piercings done and have been 100% satisfied everytime. This is the place that I will religiously go for any of my future piercings.

Chris Lewandowski

The people there are so nice. Very professional and they surely make certain that EVERYTHING is sterile. I'll be back for the next one. Have great piercing place, I will travel.

Delo Cortes

Came with girlfriend to get her nose ring removed. Waiting time was 2 hrs, although shop was nearly empty. People that came in after us were getting immediate service, while we waited.

Violetta Coto

Tardaron 5 horas para hacerme una Perforación nostril. It took them 5 hours to make me a Nostril Piercing they take a long time to attend you

Marsha Hernandez

Best place to come for peircings, hands down, the counter girl just needs to do a little better at her job. But it wont keep us away. Experienced staff and huge jewelry selection.

Myah

Love them, spent time with me making sure I had the right size and absolutely loved the jewelry.

Kimberly Steinbrecher

The shop itself is lacking a little class, but Jennifer was awesome. Friendly, courteous, discreet and kept me well distracted during the painful parts. I will go back, as long as she is there.

Sarah Van Beckum

Super clean, super friendly staff. All questions were answered and Brent eased my nerves when getting my nose pierced. Thanks Avant- Garde!

Claudia Romero

I got my nipples pierced by Jennifer. She was awesome. Made me feel so comfortable and she was quick with the process and very informative. Def. Recommend.

Kevin English

Staff were great. Knowledgeable, professional, and friendly. On weekends you really need an appointment though -- walk-ins can have a very long wait.

ryck garcia

Even with an appointment still had a half-hour wait. Professional and courteous. Good customer service that will answer any questions. Cramped waiting area, clean customer restroom.

Joe D

Two words: clean and professional. I was surprised at how amazing the staff was. Robin pierced my daughter's ears and made it a no-stress experience for all of us.

jackie meeks

Excellent customer service, extremely knowledgeable about all piercings they

Twanny D

My piercer was cool af, very professional, funny, down to earth, and a slipknot fan. Needles to say yes 'needles'. I had a nice experience, 10/10

Amber Penoske

I've had about 13 piercings done there in the last 9 years and never had a lick of a problem with any of them. I still have most of them to this day. amazing place would never go any where else.

Angelic Heart

They are very clean, quick, precise and kind. 10/10 would recommend others to go here for your piercings ☺️

Jessica charris

I have gotten all my piercings here. very professionally and well educated about after care.

Bailey Schienbein

I love everything about this shop and all the piercers here are very professional plus made me feel really comfortable/clean knowing how to take the time to align it correctly to what I wanted. Thank you :) ❤️

Amber Nicole

Knowledgeable and friendly staff. Will be back for future piercings!

Shannel Burton

They are wonderful. Piercing experience was great an nearly painless. I will recommend them to all my friends.

Andrea Krispinsky

I got my nose piercing here they did a great job a little pricey but still it's worth it

Anika Kastelic

The staff were suuper helpful and friendly, the place was nice and clean and they have many beautiful options for piercings.

Sarah Langford

Knowledgeable and professional! Got my nose done and I was in and out super fast. I also appreciate that they only use quality jewelry.

Tweety Love

Wait time can get sorta long though the piercing always turns out perfectly once its healed. I've got 4 different body piercings from here and I love them all.

Kathy Schmitt

Knowledgeable, friendly, informative staff. Clean and sterile. Very large variety of jewelry. Appointments recommended to shorten the wait time.

Alma L Scott

There nose rings are a great price and the staff was very helpful and friendly to me.

Tasha

This is the ONLY shop I go to for ALL my body piercings. I love the professionalism, the laughs and the pricing is GREAT! Will be back this week to get my nose pierced again.

amber knippel

Very quick, super clean, and the piercers were very knowledgeable and informative on the care of my daughters ears! Highly recommend.

Leah O

Professional shop. Clean. Not a bunch of flunkies looking for more flunkies to hang out with. These guys know what they're talking about and want their customers to make informed decisions as well.

Steven Yakich

Customer service was great.....I WAS TOTALLY SCARD🤢🤢🤢 (first time getting a piercing) but everyone was great...I totally recommended AVANT-GRARDE🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩 …

Christine Platzer

Hate the location but they have everything you're looking for! Front desk could use some work when they're busy, (which is most of the times I've been there) like an extra person or two, but the piercing girls ROCK!

Justin Wiese

Brent was exceptional and professional, if I ever have a friend in need of a piercing I can't imagine sending them anywhere else.

Evelyn Colondro

I had a great experience. The staff was very knowledgeable. I was pretty nervous but they were very patient and answered all my questions. I was looking for the best place and I definItely found it here at avant garde. Thanks for such a great experience.

beast Coleman

The beautiful kindest woman helped me with my gauges it think her name was sage what a tempting name

Jarunn

Super chill and clean (: on busy days there can be a bit of wait but it's totally worth it, and they have an awesome fish tank ^_^

Carl Gust

Great place. Only reason for 4 instead of 5 stars was because very busy. Not they're fault, just took away from the experience.

Emily

It as great, they pierced my cartalige it's healed now and looks great they had fantastic costumer service and it was an awesome experience all together.

andrew b

Brent and staff know their stuff. He isn't a used car salesman and will tell you how he feels if he doesn't believe in the quality or longevity of it (dermal).

Renee Wagner

Great place. Professional amd friendly. Short staffed, but most places are. I was impressed!

Everett Shumway

They were very good and did an excellent job on my PA piercing....I gave them a 5 star rating....

vicki w

Only place I go to get my piercing done. I love their selection of piercings. I would definitely recommend them.

Amy Gogin

Knowledgeable employees who were nice. There system was not efficient though and they were out of a lot of options. The waiting area was small

Nana Golden

Although it took forever to be pierced the result out weighs the inconvenience every time. Another satisfied customer ❤

Smallbobcat08 O.G.

In and out. Piercer either did a good job or maybe I'm saying that because she was hot. Either way it took a minute and havnt had any problems with my ears.

Rudies Casillas

Very professional and polite...the only thing is the waiting time,but i understand because i didn't have a appointment.i recommend to make an appointment first.beside that everything is excellent!!!

Arreon Zanders

Got my belly button pierced six months ago and it healed fine. No pain, quick, and easy!

Noel Pollen

I love this place. Very very clean. They do an amazing time job. With all piercings

BlackBone

Nice clean place, nice staff. Went there for ear piercings for my daughter. I'd recommend them.

45Marshay

Had to get some new body jewelry,this is the best place to go. Plus they moved into a bigger spot its beautiful.

Melissa Long

I've been coming here for 17 years and Brent has done most of my piercings. I don't trust anywhere else!

Anthony Montana

Great place they know what they are talking about I have been going there since they opened for every piercing I have had plus my kid and wife

Katherine Bralick

Always friendly and willing to help. Reasonable pricing as well. I strongly suggest calling for an appointment - especially if it's a weekend.

Lori J

Excellent service! Very clean and knowledgeable staff. Nice selection of jewelry as well , highly recommended

tiny tiger

Wonderful! I'm sure we will be back! My 2yo daughter did not even cry! AWESOME!

Amber Campbell

They are super clean and follow all state regulations. Tons of choices and they specialize in piercings only.

Lisa Wilhelm

I love this place! They did a fantastic job with my new monroe piercing!

MissNiss J (jmissniss)

Very clean and knowledgeable about piercing. They make you comfortable and relaxed.

Maria Torres

Outstanding as always! Got the back of my neck pierced and Jennifer was the best! Love her!

Ursula T

Clean environment, knowledgeable staff, good jewelry selection but pricey

L L

Had an appt so not long to wait fast an polite customer service very clean. Would recommend to anyone

Shannon

Robin was sweet helping my daughter with her industrial piercing. Very knowledgeable as well. Thank you

Petunia “C Lafleur”

Great piercers with a ton of knowledge. Super busy and long waits at times, that goes to show how popular they are!

Goo Usa

I got a lip piercing. Great clean place very experienced staff. Highly recommended

Melissa Dielen

Best place to get pierced in town! And I love that you can get one individual ball for a piercing when you lose one.

Tameika Edwards-Mass

Very professional and knowledgeable I only go to this place to get my piercings done.

Jessica Sexton

Nice workers answered my questions got my daith and tracks pierced here both are healing great and. Now I have no migraines

Mrs Sara Ninham

The wait was nothing even though they are booked for awhile! Never a bad thing to say!

Black Veil Emma Kitten

Seemed pretty clean, but we walked 2 miles all the way up there and the lady at the counter was very rude they wouldn't Pierce my lip because i didn't have my ID on me.

Tiffany Johnson

Got my septum done here earlier today, and was a great experience!

Myra Longaker

The piercing crew is extremely friendly and clean. The counter help could use some help.

Julia Hoover

Very professional and clean, make sure you make an appointment otherwise it will take a while to get pierced.

Jason Nitzke

Great customer service and professionalism.

Emily V.

Knowledgeable & trustworthy staff.

Lynn Roepke

Love this place. Been going here for over 14 years whenever I wanted to get something done or redone. Brent and Jennifer are the best

Jen

Very clean environment for all of your piercing needs. Not a fan of the piercing sollection and they're pricey.

Dionne Brown

Nice sweet staff Clean environment Fast service Lot of different jewelry pieces Will do any part of u

Tabatha “Tabbie” Hafemann

Best piercing place ever!!! I will not go anywhere else for piercings.

Noelia Schaffer

Have gotten all of my piercings here never any problems. Love it!

Susie

Everyone was wonderful, kind and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!

laila synowicz

10 out of 10 I loved it. They where all so helpful and friendly. They did a amazing job.

Dani Soine

Super clean facility, very professional yet fun, and quick, I was very impressed. I would recommend to anyone looking for this type of service.

Paige Kartz

They were very clean and super nice they explained everything very thoroughly

Sarah Manning

They were great with my daughter! Excellent work and very clean!!

Brandi Shreeves

Very professional and helpful worth questions. Piercings are good priced

Aubrey Farnham

They have put balls back on my earrings and givin me a percings they are very nice too

raina jones

Very knowledgeable staff. Quick. Tidy. No fuss, but polite and kind piercers

Kevin Myers

Did an amazing job for my 3 year old daughter! Would highly recommend!

Liz Kneser

Very professional piercers and great jewelry selection!

Andrea Gaines

Most Informative and Professional piercing establishment I've ever seen! Great experience!

Buttercup&B Spoknik

Wish they had more in stock, I picked out several before I found one they actually had. Otherwise went good everyone polite & helpful

Amber

I've gone to quite a few shops for piercings... after my first time here a few years ago, I refuse to go anywhere else!

Marc Baity

Piercing spot..clean..professional. nice workers. Fast..safety first.. masks etc..

Maria Farnham

Always a great experience for myself and my daughter. The wait time is my only complaint.

Jaime Jones

Needs better documentation of people allowed in store and for waiting a lot of confusion, other than that staff was decent

whitney paxton

Great place with knowledgeable friendly staff! Please be patient as they are always very busy. Wouldn't go anywhere else!

Ginger Otto

Very clean and professional. Friendly staff helped with my jewelry and changing them out for me

Liz Schlaefer

Friendly, knowledgeable staff in a sterile environment. The jewelry selection is unparalleled!

Verónica Aravena

Very good! Just a bit of a wait other than that clean, friendly people.

Asmira Pendleton

They know what they are doing

Nikki Budziszek

All my piercings are from here so far so good...thinking Bout going back tmro

Jamie M

Never a shortage of sarcasm from the witty funny guy owner

Dawn Gebhart

The people were helpful and friendly. I recommend this place.

Shevelle Lee

Sage is very gentle and caring.

Jamie S

Friendly staff, clean, professionals. Will he back if I want another piercing.

Rachell Walters-Therriault

Been going here for 20 years, always a great experience!

Jeff Himmelsbach

Wouldn't go anywhere else to get pierced to all they do is piercing and they're very professional about how they do it and the manner in which they go about their business is very professional

Krista Narlock

Even when its busy ill always wait to have one of their staff put another hole in my body. Only place i trust to go.

Denise Tracy

Avant-garde always delivers great service and has what I need for the past 12 years.

Sara Larscheidt

Have been coming here for just about 15 years, great service, good prices, and very knowledgeable.

Ken D

Great service..... Cool staff..... Very busy on weekends. But still kick ass

Lisa Alonso

Walk in service was fairly quick and the staff is amazing

Kim Beamon

Dont go to a tattoo shop to get pierced.. trust them.. they know what they are doing !!

Mark Borrmann (Mark97564)

Great place, extremely professional... highly recommend making an appointment though

Crissy Otto

Amazing! Friendly and fun! Clean and safe! I never go anywhere else 😁 …

Milwaukee Surf

We had a great experience! Would do it again. Very clean and professional.

Denise Meyer

Professional yet friendly and very watchful of healthy and safe practices.

Ghost

Wait time needs improvement, everything is price inflated staff are highly informative and personable

cecilia chavez

I love how knowledgeable they are about piercings and their jewelry selection is awesome!!!

Shay Smith

Very clean. Helpful, knowledgable staff. Pretty fast even when its busy!!

Jennifer Martinez

I've been coming here since I was 16 years old and will keep coming here.. Great people!

Jio C

Very professional and clean piercers. Wait time is too long.

Lakeishia Marshall

Very clean and great with paperwork. Never felt rushed.

Shaun Longstreet

Great service. Make an appointment, if you don't like waiting.

JaMiah Myers

Best place ever to get a piercing. Only master piercer in WI

Greg Godina

Great service, but should NEVER have had to wait 2 hours for a 10 job due to the incompetence of new staff

Mia Carter

Great experience! The workers are nice and it's a very clean environment

Courtney Brown

I've gotten piercings here 3 times.very professional!

Sean Garvens

Great place to get pierced! Very clean and friendly

Katie Wojnar

So professional and clean and friendly. Would only get pierced here.

Tracey Vasser

You're made to feel comfortable and relaxed when getting work done...

Julianne Patterson

Very clean, sterile. Staff makes you feel like a friend.

KerBear Linn

Got a daith piercing, didnt feel a thing, awesome job!!

Jennifer Anastasiadis

If your looking to get a peircing or buy jewelry for a peircing you already have go here.

Melissa Guerrero

Extremely nice piercers amd a very clean workplace

Susan DuFour

They are a professional piercing shop. They are very friendly and the shop is very clean.

Acacia Dishman

Clean, efficient, and affordable. Everything I look for in a piercing location

Nicole Houghton

This is the best place around to get any piercing.

No name Just fun

Great place to get piercings.. both ear and bellybutton

Amanda Salley

I love the service and the friendly workers there would def going back

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