The fashionable social set, individuals who are in vogue and widely emulated and envied. Although general use of this term began in the mid-1960s—Diana Vreeland, the editor of Vogue magazine, is often credited with inventing it—it appeared even earlier as the title of a William Saroyan play of 1941. It was given further currency by the Beatles song “Baby You’re a Rich Man” (1967) by John Lennon and Paul McCartney, which contains the line, “How does it feel to be one of the beautiful people?” Katherine Hall Page used the phrase in her mystery The Body in the Big Apple (1999), with its numerous descriptions of expensive New York restaurants and elegant parties. Also see jet set.
Similar Terms and Expressions:
- Jet set: Refers to wealthy individuals who travel frequently and indulge in high society. 📸✨🌍
- High society: A group of wealthy, fashionable and influential people. 🎩👗⛳
- Social butterflies: People who are socially dynamic, popular, and often seen at high-profile events. 🦋🍸🌟
- In crowd: The group of trendy, popular people who set trends and are perceived as cool or desirable. 😎💃👑
Synonyms:
- Elite: The best or most distinguished members of a society. 🏅
- A-list: The most exclusive or well-regarded members of a specific group. 🥇
Antonyms:
- Commoner: An ordinary person without any special regard or popularity. 👤
- Outlier: Someone who stands apart from the rest of their group. 😶
Humor-Filled Quotes and Proverbs:
- “Riches don’t mean you belong to the ‘beautiful people.’ A well-dressed scarecrow is still a scarecrow.” -Anonymous Scarecrow Enthusiast 🌾🕴️
- “I’d rather be an original brown paper bag than a designer knock-off.” - Viktor Wordsworth of Cliché Cabaret
Literary & Cultural References:
- The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald: This classic provides an iconic portrayal of what it means to be a part of the ‘beautiful people.’ 📚💎
- Breakfast at Tiffany’s by Truman Capote: Spotlights the lengths people go to sparkle in high society. 💍☕
- The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger: Offers a critical look at the ‘beautiful people’ from the perspective of an indifferent youth. 🍂🎭
- Song: “Beautiful People” by Marilyn Manson: Offers a critical lens on society’s obsession with appearance. 🎤🐇
Farewell Thought 💭:
Remember, it’s not about emulating “the beautiful people,” but about finding beauty in the person you already are. 💖✨
