Boasting about wealth, possessions, or connections can signal insecurity rather than sophistication. A truly refined person lets their character speak for itself. How you treat waiters, cashiers, or hotel staff reveals more about you than how you treat peers. Disrespect here instantly signals a lack of class. Class is also visual—unkempt hair, poor hygiene, or dirty clothes can give the impression that you don’t value yourself or the company you’re with.
