There’s something uniquely exhilarating about getting a new piercing—as accessories fanatics, the opportunity to add another sparkly stud (diamond, preferably) to our person never fails to incite joy. Furthermore, its semi-permanent nature provides the impetus to go for something bold and daring, knowing it can always be removed down the line. Luckily, the trend as of late is to pile on earrings with reckless abandon, and there are myriad arrangements to suit a variety of styles. To inspire your next poke, we tapped Brian Keith Thompson from Body Electric studio (who has pierced the likes of Beyoncé and Bella Thorne) for some recent hits and pro tips to keep in mind. READ MORE