Tish Lyon Piercing & Jewellery Studio in John Lewis Edinburgh

Pain tolerance varies by individual. Most piercings feel like a sharp pinch followed by a warm sensation that fades quickly. The procedure is quick, and any tenderness typically doesn’t last long.

Unfortunately, no. All jewellery used must be sterilised before the piercing process. We also can’t guarantee the safety or quality of jewellery brought from home.

You must be at least 16 for most piercings, or 7+ for children’s lobe piercings. ID may be required. See our Piercing Services page for full details.

Not currently, for two reasons. All jewellery we pierce with is pre-sterilised to guarantee hygiene and minimise the risk of infection, and we only use jewellery specifically designed for initial piercings to support safe healing.

Once you're fully healed, you're welcome to switch to any piece you like, including online purchases. Until then, our piercers will happily help you choose the perfect piece in store.

Permanent jewellery refers to custom-fit chains welded directly onto your wrist, ankle or neck — creating a seamless piece without a clasp. It’s a lasting way to mark a moment or connection.

There’s no extra fee for the welding service. You only pay for the jewellery you choose, with prices based on material, chain type and any added charms.

You must be at least 10 years old for permanent jewellery services. ID may be required.

Although it’s designed to be permanent, you can have it removed. We offer free removal services — just get in touch to book.

Yes — all welded pieces come with a one-year warranty. If it breaks within that time, we’ll repair it free of charge. For the first month, we will also cover any loss of your welded jewellery.

We accept all major credit and debit cards, including Visa, Mastercard and American Express, as well as contactless payments such as Apple Pay and Google Pay.

Regrettably, we're unable to accept John Lewis Gift Cards.

Please note that Tish Lyon Trafford Centre is a cashless store.

Booking in advance is recommended, particularly during busy periods, as it guarantees your preferred time. That said, walk-ins are always welcome and we'll do our best to accommodate you whenever availability allows.

Yes. Our studio is located within John Lewis at St James Quarter, which is fully wheelchair accessible, with step-free access throughout, six lifts serving all levels, and accessible toilets across the Quarter.

If you need a wheelchair or mobility scooter, these are available free of charge from the Guest Mobility service in the Guest Services Lounge on Level 1 — we'd recommend booking at least 24 hours ahead to guarantee availability. The St James Quarter car park offers 70 accessible parking bays spread across all three levels.

Online purchases can't be returned or exchanged in store, but don't worry, our team can help you arrange a return or exchange quickly and easily through our returns portal.