Clear and understandable things – that's what I prefer in jewellery. You will hardly see me wear anything chunky, bold or loud. But when I'm watching one of my this summer's favourites - 4th of July (Fireworks) by Kelis – I get a little envious. It made me step out of my comfort zone a little and see what is going on behind the blinds and shutters in the world of bold jewellery.

My tunnel vision of acceptable and wearable has been shattered . An infinite palette of showy, sparkling, jumbo things to discover and improvise with. A discovery is said to be an accident meeting a prepared mind. The same with improvisation. It is only good when it is prepared.

I usually take a few pieces and improvise changing outfits to pick the best "background" for the jewellery since bold and chunky jewellery has to be the "major exhibit". I follow a simple rule borrowed from one of my favourite sculptors, Auguste Rodin. I choose a block of marble and chop off whatever I don't need. That's exactly what I do when choosing what jewellery to wear. Then I ask myself: "Are you ready people will be looking at you and some will be staring?" If the answer is yes, that is probably all I need to know.

Anyway, things happen. If I feel like I'm examined under the microscope or keep asking my friends every second if I look stupid, then my choice was completely wrong. That's a long road of bumps and bruises. But when I enjoy the attention, that's the best criteria to say this time I compiled a perfect match. After all, for me it's all about having a great time and feeling comfortable in whatever jewellery I choose.

I will still wear something classic and down-to-earth, with a softer edge but I keep on fighting my demons of doubt and fear of failure, pushing myself to go a little beyond and once in a while let go of the everyday and familiar with bold jewellery.