An Inside Look At Upper Class Social Events | Inside Tatler E2 | Our Stories

Tatler has a small but loyal readership and the magazine is keen to appeal to younger readers. We meet the new generation of Britain's upper class - the most privileged young people in the world who are likely to go on to be the ruling elite. We see the well-bred crowd come together at Tatler's iconic Bystander Teen Ball - a key event for any aspiring young toff. Tatler has the richest readership in the country and their readers look to the magazine to help them spend their money.

We follow the Tatler team as they put together their most important and popular supplement - the Tatler Schools Guide. The right public school remains the most important entry point into the world of privilege and Tatler compiles an annual guide to help their readers choose the best. We also follow the creation of their newest supplement, the Jewellery and Watch Guide, see a special 1980s Sloane edition put together, and find out about the dying institution of the British nanny.

This film was first broadcast: 01 Dec 2014

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[JT-mrdb]

As a ex posh school student, I can tell you with certainty that what families are paying for are in fact, connections. The pool of acquaintances you end up associating with, including their families, are entrepreneurs, business owners, property owners, people who understand money, policy makers on and on. Having those connections as a resource is incredibly confidence building.

I have often seen the difference between folks with and without an affluent early education, as being related to confidence rather than intelligence.

[Sarah-tyev]

I think it’s interesting that she said people in the upper class don’t care what others think of them. They seem to care far more than anyone else.

[emesfion]

The main thing I get from this is that being upper class is about networking and appearance, rather than about really living and loving people.

[LA-dvuu]

They take themselves so seriously it’s endearing and hilarious at the same time 🤣

[brileywells]

I’m an American, so take this with a grain of salt, but I feel like class still plays a huge role in British society, even more so than the U.S.

[dinnahenna]

“If you get them young they will stay with you” sounds like something r Kelly would say

[Lowlander]

This is both totally enthralling and interesting and also incredibly sad.. it's amazing how there will always be those who get the absolute best. I hope they don't take it for granted

[agirlisnoone]

I appreciate elegance and class, but those qualities actually come from within, not by wealth.

[fomorians]

The part about Nanny Smith was the most human, genuine part of this whole video.

[TwoSugarsandMilk]

I used to wish I had gone to a private/public school, but the more I grow up, and after seeing this, I’m grateful for my working class upbringing.

[WorldOfMellie]

They blocked out that girl’s face in the magazine just to show her face on TV 🤦🏿‍♀️

[shelleyphilcox]

How terribly crass and vulgar to hold a party for children and then publish a picture of a private moment to exploit them. Tacky and crude...and this is desirable and the parents let them go to see their children published in a magazine to be viewed as 'people with profile'. Could that be any more awful?

[katie]

No it doesn’t matter what a level results they get because they have contacts to help them get a leg up.

[Jagritidhariwal]

This documentary screamed "not everybody can buy class with money" and i'm totally loving it❤

[vantheman]

The biggest thing I’ve noticed about the people I’ve met and know who have had a private education is in general how confident they are and how sure of themselves in public. They do have an enviable confidence.

[miadawson]

This definitely gives you an insight into the crazy rich and uperclass lives. Their wold is so so different from ours. 🤯

[lover]

the rabbit is the most likeable character in this video

[makemarker]

Right off the bat, the lady talking about making people feel valued — great lesson for the youngsters.
I was hoping, despite not being a part of the upper class, to hear something like this. Am pleased.

[rosstuition]

I find the comments very insightful. I attended a British Public School. I left after 5 years feeling inferior and broken. It is a cruel system for those who do not achieve and it is not surprising that an elitist magazine like the Tatler associates itself with such a system. However, for those who cope it can be a ticket to success and I do not blame Tatler for reflecting this.

[blake]

Titles, shooting gear, hunting gear….yes, all of the things that frequently worry me too…🙄