We’re all familiar with the saying, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do.” The nuances of its meaning are manifold depending on the context of the user, but ultimately it means that when you find yourself amid a new environment, adapt to the culture. Anyone who has followed me and the mentoring I do, knows that I consistently challenge young ladies with the question: “Why fit in when God created you to stand out?” The two quotes might seem extremely contradictory but only if the first is taken in its literal form.
For any one of us to ever be great, we must be willing to embrace and be affected by change. Change is the one recurring element that fosters growth, maturation, and personal development. It also serves as evidence of life.
A portion of my staff and I recently traveled to the city of Rome during Haute Couture Fashion Week. The city, which for centuries was the epicenter of the entire world, still emanates a sense of cultural innovation, leadership, and authority. It was there, in the midst of the hustle, bustle, and grandeur of the cosmopolitan destination, that a new meaning of the “When in Rome…” saying resonated with me. I suddenly realized that for those of us who desire to be world changers, we must expose ourselves to the environments of those who have already succeeded at what we aspire to achieve, even if only for a brief period. In exposing ourselves, we must then be adaptable.
No, I don’t believe we should conform to every new environment we find ourselves thrust into, but I do strongly believe that when we find ourselves among successful, thriving people or innovative achievers, we should be humble enough to observe and absorb the numerous lessons, skills, even insights they have to offer. Then by imitating what they do, we too have the opportunity to walk in similar levels of greatness and success until the time comes for us to blaze our own trail. But until then, find your proverbial Rome. Be it a person, a place or the combination of the two, Rome represents an experience overflowing with legacy, brilliance, beauty, and achievement – then, and only then, do as the Romans.
*Marjorie Harvey was photographed on the balcony of the Hassler Roma Hotel in Rome, Italy. She is wearing an Alexis Liraz Asymmetric Crop Top, Alexis Chiara Asymmetric Two-Tone Skirt, and Giuseppe Zanotti x Kanye West Wing Patent Leather Heels.
Marjorie was photographed in Rome on the balcony of the Hassler Roma
Hotel. She is wearing SS2015 pieces by Alexis and shoes by Giuseppe
Zanotti x Kanye West Wing Heels
1. Liraz Asymmetric Crop Top
2. Chiara Asymmetric Two-Tone Skirt1. Liraz Asymmetric Crop Top
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2. Emmanuel Crochet Bell-Sleeve Top ($473)
3. Crochet Drawstring Shorts ($335)
4. Long-Sleeve Lace Short Romper ($484)
5. Tati Button-Front Lace Top ($562)
6. Kassidy Long-Sleeve Lace Maxi Dress ($748)
7. Amadeo Jumpsuit w/ Cape ($550)
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