Studs

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Studs is a modern ear piercing and earring brand offering needle-based piercings and curated jewelry through its studios and online store.

New York, NY

About Studs

Studs is a contemporary ear piercing studio and jewelry brand that focuses on needle-based ear piercings and curated earrings designed for “earscaping” — styling multiple piercings on the ear. Operating physical studios across the United States and an e-commerce site at studs.com, the company, legally known as Studs, Inc., positions itself as a safer, more stylish alternative to traditional mall piercing kiosks, combining professional piercing services with a wide range of hypoallergenic, implant-grade titanium and solid gold jewelry.([studs.com](https://studs.com/pages/flatiron-store-page?utm_source=openai))

A charge labeled similar to “Aplpay Sp Studs Inc.new” likely represents a purchase made at a Studs piercing studio or online via Apple Pay, either for piercing services, earrings, or both. Customers typically pay a service fee for each piercing plus the cost of jewelry, and many studios allow walk-ins as well as appointments; online purchases will appear as e‑commerce transactions. Depending on bank formatting, the descriptor may abbreviate Apple Pay and append a city or location tag (e.g., “.NEW” for New York) after the company name.

If you have questions about a Studs charge, start by checking your email for receipts from Studs or Apple Pay, or log into your account on studs.com to review recent orders and appointments. You can also compare the transaction date and amount with any recent studio visit or online jewelry purchase. For further help, Studs provides support via its website contact page and help center, where you can submit questions about billing, refunds, or appointment issues; having your order number, appointment details, or bank statement handy will help speed resolution.([studspiercinghelp.zendesk.com](https://studspiercinghelp.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/27278942373780-Where-are-you-located?utm_source=openai))

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  1. Aplpay Sp Studs Inc.new

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a charge from Studs after visiting one of their piercing studios?

Studs charges separately for piercing services and jewelry, so your final total at a studio visit combines the piercing fee with the price of the earrings you choose. If you paid with Apple Pay or a mobile wallet, your bank may show a descriptor like “Aplpay Sp Studs Inc” along with the city of the studio where you were pierced.

Could this Studs charge be from an online jewelry order instead of an in‑studio piercing?

Yes. Studs operates both physical studios and an online store at studs.com, so a charge can come from either source. Check your email for an order confirmation from Studs or log into your studs.com account to review recent purchases that match the date and amount on your statement.([linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/studs-piercing?utm_source=openai))

Does Studs use subscriptions or recurring billing for piercings or earrings?

No, Studs does not typically operate on a subscription model; charges are usually one‑time payments for piercing services and jewelry. If you see multiple Studs charges, they are most likely from separate visits or orders, not an ongoing membership or subscription.

How can I request a refund or adjustment for a Studs transaction?

To request a refund or billing adjustment, contact Studs through the support links on studs.com, providing your order number or appointment details, the last four digits of the card charged, and a screenshot of the transaction from your bank. Their customer support team will review eligibility based on their return and aftercare policies for jewelry and services.([studs.com](https://studs.com/pages/contact?utm_source=openai))

What are typical amounts for Studs charges so I can recognize this transaction?

In‑studio charges usually include a flat piercing service fee per piercing plus the cost of jewelry, so totals often reflect a combination of one or more $40–$100+ jewelry pieces with service fees, depending on how many piercings and what styles you selected. Online orders may range from a single pair of earrings to larger curated sets, so reviewing your order confirmation is the best way to match an exact amount.([studs.com](https://studs.com/pages/piercing-acq-nyc?utm_source=openai))

Why do I see a small or pending Studs charge that later disappears or changes amount?

If you paid with a card or Apple Pay, your bank may first show a temporary authorization from Studs to verify your payment method. This pending amount can differ slightly from the final total and should update or drop off once the transaction fully settles with the correct charge based on your piercing service and jewelry selection.

How can I confirm this charge is really from Studs and not fraud?

Match the transaction date and city against any recent visit to a Studs studio or online order date from studs.com. Then search your email for messages from Studs or Apple Pay confirmations. If you still don’t recognize it, contact both Studs support via their website and your bank’s fraud department so they can investigate and, if needed, block or reverse unauthorized activity.([studspiercinghelp.zendesk.com](https://studspiercinghelp.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/27278942373780-Where-are-you-located?utm_source=openai))

How do I contact Studs about questions related to my piercing or purchase?

You can reach Studs by using the contact form or help center linked on studs.com, where they provide support for aftercare questions, jewelry issues, and billing concerns. For studio‑specific questions, look up your studio location on their site’s directory for additional details and recommendations.([studs.com](https://studs.com/pages/flatiron-store-page?utm_source=openai))

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