Celebrities have a tendency to dabble in endeavors they really should just leave to the pros. Think Hilary Duff and serious acting or Taylor Swift and any form of acting, period. But sometimes certain celebs find other niches that show off their other fabulous talents.

Enter celebrity jewelry lines by Nicole Richie, Kim Kardashian, Heidi Klum, Molly Sims and Kate Bosworth. These ladies have a great eye for jewels. From statement pieces to the perfect pair of hoops, these celebs utilize their personal style to create some truly stylish pieces.

Looking for a little extra something to add to your wardrobe? A piece from one of these lines’ will absolutely do the trick!

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In the past few weeks, I’ve found myself doing the drinks-and-apps thing quite a bit. It’s been a nice way to catch-up with girls from university, my cousins who were in town, etc. However, I always find these outfits rather tricky to pull together. I want to wear something eye-catching, yet comfy – a functional statement piece. I decided to see what style icon Nicole Richie had and, no surprise, she delivered.

Winter Kate is Nicole Richie’s clothing line that compliments her accessory collection, House of Harlow 1960. Nicole’s known for her boho-chic style and that’s exactly what she injects into all her lines. The Red Roque Top is no exception that rule. With a rustic, almost-vintage print and giant bell sleeves, it’s not too hard to imagine a 60′s darling dancing around in this number.

Since I was concerned with an evening look, we’ll start there:

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Obviously, the cardi is going to take centre stage in this outfit, but I still wanted to bring in more color. The aqua tank isn’t from the cardi’s color palette, but still matches really nicely with the coral. Tuck the tank into a tight, black miniskirt and throw the cardi on over top for a look that is both body-conscious and flowy. The cork platforms from Sam Edelman are so unique and fit with the hippie-chick vibe. For accessories, I pulled the coral for a clutch and cuff and then the aqua for a pair of huge earrings. I would recommend finding daintier earrings if you plan on wearing your hair up; the look may be overwhelming if your hair doesn’t mask some of the earrings’ volume.

And now a daytime option:

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A daytime look with a top that is this busy could be difficult, but not if you stick to a rather neutral palette. I added a coral tank to match the cardi’s pattern and lining and a pair of super-washed out denim shorts so the cardi doesn’t have any competition, color-wise. The bone sandals and purse are cute and functional, but don’t overwhelm your frame with bulk or color. If you’re feeling cheeky, throw on a floppy sunhat and a pair of retro sunnies to complete the look.

And there you have it! Don’t be afraid to buy loud statement pieces – you can easily integrate them into your everyday wardrobe with the help of neutral basics. If you’re loving the top, you can buy it here (psst – it’s on sale! You can thank me later).

Who or what inspires your style? Many of us use celebrities (like Sarah Silverman or Emma Watson) as style inspiration even though, most of the time, they are being dressed from head to toe by the best stylists. Which we don’t have. And sometimes it’s damn near impossible to work their Hollywood looks into our not-so-Hollywood lives. I’ve made it my mission to tap into the mind of a fashion stylist and show you how to take your style inspiration – whatever it may be – and make it more you!

I’m sure a lot of you have been waiting for this.  If you don’t already know who Nicole Richie is, excuse me while I pick my jaw up off the floor.  OK, now let’s move on. A few years back, there was a show starring two insanely spoiled socialites that had to “live simply” under one roof with some folks from rural America.  Yeah, I never watched it in fear of losing some serious brain cells (Editor’s Note: But I did and that ish was high-larious!), but one of those two spoiled heiresses was Nicole Richie. Looking back now, it’s pretty difficult to imagine that Hollywood’s wild-child in the overalls and long stringy hair is the same person as the trend-setting fashionista she is today.

To be fair, Nicole’s always been somewhat interested in fashion, even dabbling in a little runway modeling (and then flashing her tots) at one time. But now the hot mama has taken her love to a whole new level with an accessories line for Kitson called House of Harlow 1960, and clothing line called Winter Kate. The pieces in each line look like they’d be something you’d find in Nicole’s own closet, which is exactly what her fashion groupies have been waiting for.

But if you wanna recreate the style of this wild-child-turned-fashion-maven, there are a few key aspects to keep in mind:

1. Oversized sunglasses have probably been popular since before girls were throwing their underwear at The Beatles, but Nicole redefined the look and brought them back with a vengeance.  If Nicole is known for one thing regarding her style, it’s the giant sunglasses (that sometimes borderline on having peeps confuse her with a bug).

2. You gotta embrace a little hippie. OK, maybe not actually find a little one to embrace, but at least welcome a little hippie-chic into your wardrobe. Nicole’s bohemian-hippie-meets-couture combination is what makes it so unique and what inspires all of her little fashion minions (like me!).

Now let’s get you dressed.

Heels, Romper, Sunglasses, Silver Bracelet, White Bracelet

It’s summer, so I chose an adorably casual summer day look from Nic. Love ‘em or hate ‘em, rompers are simple and easy. Just slip one on and you are instantly looking good and ready to go. And with two kids, I’m sure this is exactly what Nicole needs. Of course she doesn’t stop there, though. Nope, just throwing on a romper would would be generic and boring, and Nicole is anything but.

If you’re trying to incorporate some Nicole Richie in your wardrobe, you need the right accessories to mix things up. Like heels. Yes, we know Nicole’s got much love for humungo sunglasses, but another key element in her wardrobe is the sky high pump. Here, the basic black pair adds a little sexy/formality to a typically casual outfit. Paired with an oversized bangle and braided bracelet, she’s got her signature mixture of trendy (romper), bohemian (accessories) and chic couture (pumps).

If this isn’t a look you think you can pull off, though, take Nicole’s style rules and make them work for you. Perhaps you’d prefer a pair of gladiator flats for the bohemian aspect and a shiny belt for some couture. Or maybe you want to add some flash with a stack of gorgeous bangles and find a flirty scarf to wear as a headband. It doesn’t matter. As long as you’re mixing a little bohemian chic with some more classic pieces, you’ve got a look that even Foxy Cleopatra, Nicole’s pup, would approve of.

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Since her debut on the ridiculous reality series The Simple Life in 2003, Nicole Richie has been one of the most intriguing socialites to watch. Soon after entering the celebrity sphere, she was arrested for possession of heroin while driving with a suspended license. Three years later, she was detained for driving down a California highway in the wrong direction (high on Vicodin and marijuana… oops?) and slammed with a DUI.

Now, she is the mother of one (and expecting a second), the designer of a vintage jewelry line, and longtime girlfriend to Good Charlotte rocker, Joel Madden. With a loosely autobiographical novel under her belt and a small role in the recent hit movie, Confessions of a Shopaholic, Richie seems to have made it big.

Talk about a turnaround.

I love Nicole Richie, adopted daughter of crooner Lionel, because she defines transformation. Throughout the beginning seasons of The Simple Life, it’s safe to say that our girl Nicole was a hot mess. Appearing alongside BFF Paris Hilton with horrible highlights and making seriously unfortunate wardrobe choices, she landed a spot on Hollywood´s wild-child list where her reputation plummeted.

Shortly after that, Nikki, now age 27, decided to join Lindsay Lohan´s eating issues club and lost what looked like 100 pounds. She was often snapped by photogs looking like a boy fresh out of elementary school or the winning contestant on Survivor.

Somehow, though, Richie got it together.

Today, Nicole is happy, healthy, and well-respected. Gone with her awful highlights are her partying ways and negative image. She has earned her place among the young Hollywood style icons with an innovative wardrobe combining hippie-chic and classic elegance. In my opinion, she gave birth to the enormous-sunglass-trend that has still not died out…and that I am a devoted a fan of. And she has given birth to a beautiful baby girl named Harlow, which her jewelry line (House of Harlow) is named after. The line just exemplifies Richie’s style and invites the rest of us to try it on for ourselves.

To top it all off, snarky and hilarious Richie and Hilton are friends again after months of intense feuding, which I know makes us (at least secretly) all happy. What is Hollywood without a pair of ridiculous BFFs?