Posh People: Inside Tatler - Episode 1

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One of the most interesting documentaries I've seen so far has got to be Posh People: Inside Tatler. BBC 2 camera crews followed the staff at TATLER for nearly six months to show you guys what life behind the scenes was like at one of the poshest (and oldest) publication in a three part series. As you may or may not know, TATLER features anything and everything to do with the British aristocracy/upper class. Polo matches, most important parties of the season, guide to the best boarding schools, luxury fashion, homes belonging to lords and earls, nannies - you name it and TATLER has got it covered. The readership, albeit small (160,000 people) consists of some of the wealthiest people in the United Kingdom. Below are some fun and interesting pointers from the first episode. Enjoy!

• If you're new in London, you'll probably own a Labradoodle. Whereas if you're old country, you'll probably have a Labrador that's most likely 500 years old and who you'll love more than your own kids.
• The wrong choice of tweed or the wrong blue on a Tuesday afternoon - that is epically terrible.
• One of their best selling covers had a Corgi on it!
• Anyone who joins TATLER gets their very own copy of  Debrett's New Guide to Etiquette & Modern Manners by John Morgan. Here's what you can expect to learn (in case you decide to buy your own copy)

          i. The smart way to eat a pear is with a spoon.
          ii. Compliments are to be delicately given (Delhi girls need to read this paragraph!)
          iii. Social kissing: Unless you know someone reasonably well, one kiss is usually enough.
          iv. Under no circumstances should there be any mention of saliva.
          v. A gentleman is never rude unintentionally.

• Society summer season is the busiest time for the magazine.
• " You have to understand classes in England. Classes indicate how people behave" - Jackie Collins
• If you know a fantastic art director, you can get he or she to make a fabulous copy of the invitation to the Queen's garden party (after you google the invite). Try it, it's a perfect way to go.. TO JAIL!
• The magazine never ignores the countryside.
• Currently, a lot of aristocratic families can't afford their own staff and to maintain their stately homes.
• People can do crazy things to be able to pay for their huge homes. Graffiti art on one castle is an interesting example.
• There may be a revival of side saddle racing. Think Lady Mary in Downton Abbey.
• TATLER is the perfect magazine for the nouveau riche wanting to adopt the more civilized aspect of the upper classes.
• The Bullingdon Club at Oxford University is England's oldest and secret dining club.
• The tailcoats for the club are made by Savile Row tailors, Ede & Ravenscroft. They cost about 3,500 pounds!

That's all for now folks. If you want to know more, watch the documentary!
Until the next time,
Stay Posh!!