trappings

A trappings is an extra something that adds value or charm to something else. Think of decorations on a car, like fancy wheels or a luxurious interior.

When we talk about trappings, often we mean things like clothes, jewelry, or accessories that are associated with someone's job or status, but not always essential to doing the work itself. For example, a doctor might wear a white coat as a trappings of their profession, but you wouldn't necessarily need it to perform surgery. Similarly, a politician might use a fancy car as a trappings of power, even if they don't really need such an expensive vehicle for their daily commute.