“The hunger for status, like all appetites, can have its uses: spurring
us to do justice to our talents, encouraging excellence…But, like all
appetites, its excesses can also kill.” —Alain de Botton, Status Anxiety
Tom Ford silk tuxedo jacket. Van Cleef & Arpels 18k white, red, and
yellow gold, sapphire, ruby, garnet, and diamond necklace.
September 2012