💃 The Glittering World of the Smart Set ✨
Smart Set - The fashionable socially elite. A term born in the late nineteenth century, it glittered both sides of the Atlantic, sometimes more akin to the flashy nouveau riche, as Ward McAllister opined: “Behind what I call the ‘smart set’ in society, there always stood the old, solid, substantial, respected people” (Society As I Have Found It, 1890). By the mid-1900s, the term was draped in sequins and fell out of favor, replaced by the jet set, and subsequently, the beautiful people.
Synonyms
- High Society
- Upper Echelon
- Glitterati
- Upper Crust
Antonyms
- Common Folk
- Everyman
- Plebeians
Similar Expressions
- 🎩 High Society: The crème de la crème of the social elite.
- 💄 Beautiful People: The dazzling socialites of the late 20th century.
- 🛫 Jet Set: The affluent travelers of the mid-1900s.
- 💎 Glitterati: Those who sparkle in the limelight.
Humor-Filled Quote
“Why reach for the stars when you can mingle with the ones who own them?” - W. T. Wittywords
Proverbs
“Fair feathers make fair fowls.” – Old English Proverb, meaning appearance is crucial in high society.
Literature & References
- Books: Vanity Fair by William Makepeace Thackeray for a satirical depiction of the upper crust.
- Songs: “Mrs. Vanderbilt” by Paul McCartney and Wings, a tune nodding to high life escapades.
- Movies: The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald (both book and film shining a spotlight on the decorative lifestyle).
Thought-Provoking Farewell
As we close our beautiful journey through the alluring corridors of the smart set, remember, the chandelier might be dazzling, but it is the stories beneath the glimmer that endure. Until next time, may you always shine bright and dance through life’s most sparkling pages.
