HistoryEstablished in 1996 by Lori Leven before the ban on tattooing was lifted in NYC, New York Adorned has since been home to many of the world's best tattoo artists. Either as guests or permanent residents, the roster of tattooers who have worked at New York Adorned is a veritable who's who of the tattoo world. Pioneers in the piercing revolution, NYA has always been famous for insisting on carrying only the highest quality body jewelry and the best of high end, custom and antique pieces. It is easy to spot a dedicated New York Adorned piercing customer by their beautiful and stylish jewelry.SpecialtiesNew York Adorned specializes in all forms of traditional tattooing including Japanese, Americana and black work. Many of the world's top artists permanently work or guest at New York Adorned. All tattooers are highly trained with decades worth of combined international experience. We also have highly trained piercers who are experts in all traditional piercings and sterilization procedures. We carry an unparalleled selection of gold and gemstone body jewelry, stretched ear jewelry, local designer collections and vintage and antique pieces from around the world.