NEW YORK - A native New Yorker, Maria Tash has redefined fine jewelry through her pioneering approach to luxury piercing. Influenced by the music, fashion, and rebellious spirit of the late ’70s through early ’90s, she brought a fresh perspective to body jewelry, treating piercing as both adornment and self-expression. Since opening her first Manhattan studio in 1993, Maria has become known for innovative designs, unexpected placements, and impeccably crafted fine jewelry that balances edge with elegance.