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Choose your plus one wisely

If you're going to a party full of fashion people, bring your friend who's a cinephile. If you're going to a stuffy art party, bring your friend who's in politics. Basically, choose a plus one who can help you shake things up by serving as a stark contrast to the guest list. People who run in the same circles will also run out of fresh things to talk (and think) about, so showing up with a fascinating outsider will do everyone a favor.

[Photo via @marcjacobs]

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