Different occasions can require special accessories. Jewelry can make or break an outfit. When either purchasing or just choosing which piece to wear, take a look at the clothes and ask yourself a couple of questions. Does it need to be dressed up or just subtlety accompanied? The answers will also depend on where you are going and what kind of an event it is.  Some of the best dressed people choose a simple black dress and adorn themselves with gorgeous earrings and a necklace. Gone are the days where everything has to be part of a matching set. As long as the colors coordinate, mix it up a bit! The same goes for other body jewelry. If you are going on vacation where you will be sporting a new bikini, why not treat yourself to several navel rings that you can switch out throughout the trip. If you typically wear a silver stud in your Monroe piercing, why not add some sparkle to your girls night out and get a diamond or cubic zurconia piece? The right piece of jewelry can update an old outfit too. With so many designs and styles to choose from, there are no excuses to let your wardrobe go stale! Accessorize!

It has been a few times now that I have heard of Piercing Parties. It can be with an intimate group of friends, doing it themselves or hiring a professional- or opening the party up to whoever wants to come. Kind of like a Tupperware or Candle party except the parting gift is something a little more permanent. I don’t see anything wrong with this, as long as the proper sanitary measures are being taken. I think it could be a cool memory to have all your friends and you get pierced on the same night all while everyone is hanging out having something to eat and drink. If this is something that is of interest, you should contact your local tattoo parlor and see how many people they could accommodate in one evening (Not sure if they can allow food in their place but after everyone is done you could always go out after to commemorate the evening), or if there is someone willing to come to your house for a guaranteed amount of piercings or money. Again, safety first, make sure you are calling a reputable place and that the people coming to the party understand you are not responsible for any mishaps!