In the 15th century, rising hemlines led to ever briefer drawers until they were dispensed with altogether by the most fashionable elites who joined their skin-tight hose back into trousers.

"I am-for intelligent company, and conversation that isn't confined to the few topics considered appropriate among the fashionable elite!"

Amongst the first to discover Arild as a holiday resort were Europe's fashionable elite.

The Vallauris china factory specialised in the Massier brothers production of brightly colored works that were 'snatched up' by the fashionable elite of the Côte D'Azur around 1900.

A protégée at Vogue, Plum Sykes, became a successful novelist, drawing her settings from New York's fashionable élite.

The winner's trophy was donated by Vincent Astor, whose name and connections ensured the attendance of members of New York City's fashionable and wealthy elite.

Early bicycles were an example of conspicuous consumption, being adopted by the fashionable elites.

Debauchery was not only accepted, but expected, among the fashionable elite.

The State approves the artistic tastes of a fashionable avant-garde elite and then uses its powers of subvention and promotion to enforce these tastes on the majority.

His fringed tunic, popular among the fashionable elite, fluttered behind him.