The famed Sartorialist, Scott Schuman once said that there is a “great difference between fashion and style” and in order to notice the difference, one must master the ‘refinement of detail.’”  For instance, if you work in a corporate office and have to  wear a pant suit every day – think about what makes it different from all of the other people wearing pant suits in the building?  What can you do to add a slight hint of authenticity?

I recently went to see the new movie “Inception”, starring Leonardo DiCaprio. In the movie, the characters must keep with them a totem or trinket of some sort to remind them what is dream and what is reality. In a dream, the trinket would never fall, yet in reality, gravity would require it to fall. Wouldn’t it be great to have a trinket that would allow your wardrobe a taste of realistic style?  Jewelry pieces work great to add signature style elements to any outfit. It can be a locket,  a bracelet and even a trinket.  A great place to start looking are vintage and/or thrift stores. Your more likely to find something that is one of a kind, just like you. So whenever your having a mundane day (which we all have),  you can look down at a little piece of individuality. It’s a good reminder that you choose what defines you. If the piece you choose to wear is not “work-appropriate” consider a necklace with a long chain so you can drop it behind your blouse only showing what needs to be shown.

By: Brooke Brazil – Assistant Image Consultant for My Image Expert, fashion and image consulting firm.

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