I’ll admit it: I’m a jewelry addict.

Every day, I can be seen wearing multiple pieces of costume jewelry. The vast majority of the fashion compliments I receive have to do with them, and one of my friends has even identified my jewelry collection as what anchors my style.

Many girls shy away from wearing lots of jewelry, and even more stick to the basics and don’t mix up their look with fun fashion jewelry (meaning bold costume pieces as opposed to delicate, high-end jewelry). Of course, everyone has their own style, and I know my maximalist tendencies aren’t for everyone.

Still, I think that if you want to up your style and have fun with fashion, try dipping your toes into the waters of bolder accessorizing. Here are 15 ways to start upping your jewelry game:

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1. Play with a basic outfit.

Dig through your dresser and find those accessories you never wear, or drop by your favorite discount store and pick up a few cheap pieces of jewelry that stand out to you. Then, experiment! Throw on a simple outfit (try a tee and a printed maxi), then add a jeweled bracelet, a long necklace, or both.

Look in the mirror, and my bet is you’ll see a favorite look taken to a new level. This is exactly how my style evolution started and I’ve never looked back.