About Us

Piercings are by appointment only. Please contact us.

About Us

Stix N Studz is a body piercing shop located within High Hope on Broadway, in Newport, Rhode Island. We offer unparalleled service in a clean, professional and inviting atmosphere. We pride ourselves on our knowledgeable staff with extensive experience in the body piercing industry. We only use professional grade jewelry and tools to ensure your experience is safe and pleasant.

We take great care to explain to our clients each step of the piercing process and make sure you have all the after care and healing details you’ll need, as well as answering any questions you might have about your new piercing. We are always happy to provide informational follow up.

Technicians + Staff

Greg Verdon

 

Greg is an ex-military member who started tattooing and piercing while living in Hawaii throughout the 1990’s. Greg has a strong attention to detail, precision, and focus while piercing which provides comfort and reliability for new and returning piercees. He opened High Hope in 2016 and had been piercing six years prior to that at Ethnic Concepts. Greg has regular clients who frequent the shop, and attribute their loyalty to his knowledge in the field and affable nature.

With every new face that comes into the shop, Greg is able to make a lasting relationship while keeping a professional, comfortable and energetic environment.

Hours

Sunday : 11AM to 7PM

Monday – Thursday : 11AM to 8PM

Friday & Saturday : 11AM to 9PM

Testimonials

  • My friends and I were on girls weekend in Newport and came across High Hopes. We all were privileged enough to be pierced by the G.O.A.T — Greg, of course.... read more

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    Grace Elizabeth
    1/26/2020

    I got my nose pierced here at it was super professional! Great workers, timely piercing, and kind the whole time! Will be coming back !!

    Emma North Avatar
    Emma North
    1/25/2020

    I went in on my Birthday last minute looking to get my nose pierced and Greg squeezed me in between appointments. He was very accommodating and made me feel less... read more

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    Ciara Barrigas
    9/12/2019
  • Got my nose pierced here, and it looks great! Fantastic customer service, would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a piercing!!

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    Brooke Martins
    2/09/2020

    The owner is always super friendly and knowledgeable, and they always have quality products

    Colin Redlich Avatar
    Colin Redlich
    12/20/2019

    Great customer service

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    Andrew Avery
    3/06/2020
  • I love this place

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    Brian Boissonneault
    3/05/2020

    Awesome selection of glass and clothing and very knowledgeable and helpful staff!!!

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    IONEYE
    2/12/2020

    These two strippers recommended this place to me and I could not have been happier with the service. 5 stars from me!

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    Randy Weir
    1/11/2020
  • Such good vibes lots of love for my people

    Leah Clark Avatar
    Leah Clark
    10/11/2019

    love the vibes and workers !!! great place to check out if you're in newport !!!

    Kaylee Tanganelli Avatar
    Kaylee Tanganelli
    10/11/2019

    highly recommend. hi greg, you just pierced my ear for the second time this week. thank you (i really like it)

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    julia aureliano
    10/11/2019
  • the best ever and i’ve never written a review before so you know i’m serious

    bas mach Avatar
    bas mach
    10/11/2019

    We've been coming here for our herb and piercing needs and we just love this place! The staff are pleasant and knowledgeable, the owner clearly knows what he is talking... read more

    Sarena Lamb Avatar
    Sarena Lamb
    10/11/2019

    Nice people

    Alexis Daluz Avatar
    Alexis Daluz
    9/11/2019
  • I got my nose pierced while visiting from Ohio! They did such a good job and got me in at last minute . They all were so nice and friendly... read more

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    Jacq S
    9/11/2019

    If you are in need of ANYTHING, come here. To start off, Greg was amazing. He was such good help, knew all of his material, and had a great store... read more

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    Danny Dee
    8/11/2019

    Amazing place, gentleman who runs the store is super nice and welcoming. Definitely recommend 11/10

    Richie Schur Avatar
    Richie Schur
    8/11/2019
  • Can't wait to continue doing business with this awesome establishment, they are a absolute highlight of Newport they sell everything from vaporizers to water bongs to really cool stickers hats... read more

    Danny Allen Avatar
    Danny Allen
    8/11/2019

    Great place with a lot of options to choose from! Beautiful pieces as well as outstanding service right when you walk through the door. The man who was working was... read more

    Jacob Dupre Avatar
    Jacob Dupre
    8/11/2019

    Did a great job on our Helix piercings 🙂

    Valentina Avatar
    Valentina
    7/11/2019
  • Greg was awesome. I got my first piercing ever in my ear lobes and he did such a good job and made me feel so comfortable that I got my... read more

    Taylor Hall Avatar
    Taylor Hall
    1/04/2020

    I got my ears pierced for the first time and Greg was very accommodating. He provided all the information I needed, and was transparent in what he was doing. I... read more

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    Vincent Legaspi
    1/03/2020

    Got my nipples pierced on the first, Greg did an excellent job and made the experience both comfortable and as painless as possible. He was nice and both professional and... read more

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    Cory Catty
    1/03/2020
  • They are super professional and very clean. Had my ears pierced for the first time and Greg made me feel very comfortable. Will definitely go back!

    Ava Biafore Avatar
    Ava Biafore
    1/04/2020

    Great people. Owner Greg and Molly are great. Did amazing job assisting me with my nose piercing emergency. Will definitely be going back.

    Kathy guadagni Avatar
    Kathy guadagni
    2/19/2020

    Great jewelry selection, clean environment and great customer service!

    Lilith Weltman-Cavanagh Avatar
    Lilith Weltman-Cavanagh
    7/17/2018
  • professional body piercing in newport rhode island

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    VERDON GRV
    7/10/2018

    Very knowledgeable and professional and makes sure you're comfortable the whole way through. Already made my next appointment. Love this place ❤️

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    Karess Dougherty
    6/07/2020

    amazing experience! the owner was so nice and did a great job. i came in really nervous and he made me feel really calm. very professional and sanitary!

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    Kathryn Madore
    6/21/2020