If you’re one of the few on our very exclusive invite list of our 27th anniversary Tatler Ball, here's how to make sure you document your presence and journey tastefully.
Tan Sri Mohd Effendi Norwawi and Puan Sri Tiara Jacquelina
The social scene has changed tremendously since the adoption of social media – the consensus these days is “pics or it didn’t happen”.
If you’re one of the few on our very exclusive invite list of our 27th anniversary Tatler Ball, you’ll want to make sure you document your presence and journey tastefully because, after all, there is a fine line between an effortless posting and a flood of photos that screams, “Look at me, I'm trying too hard to be part of the in crowd!".
Here's how to do it like an A-lister.
#loosenup
@theonlyberniechan
You're a regular at these events, aren't you, a familiar face that has been to countless of these things and know it inside out like the back of your hand. So don't look so nervous; loosen up and show us just how at home you are even if it's at the one soiree widely regarded is the most exclusive in the scene.
#OOTD
@angelakarto
It's a celebration of who-wore-what as much as who-was-there so share with us which designer you're supporting this year, from as many different angles as possible. Don't let all that time and effort spent on hunting for the perfect dress go to waste -- show it off!
#squadgoals
@ninininininininihi
In between your hectic schedules and even more packed social calenders, it's a rare chance to see all your friends at once and the ball is the perfect opportunityto make up for lost time. Post your best #squadgoals shot and give those not in your clique something to really be envious about.
#BFFs
@sophiekamaruddin
Even better if you have a #BFF without whom you're never seen in social functions like this. Cosy up and dazzle the camera (and our Instagram feed) with the kind of electricity that can only take place when the two of you are around each other, flooding the room with your signature duo dynamics.
#bromanceisntdead
@bluejacketsfraternity
Spreading love isn't reserved just for the ladies. Gentlemen, it is time to step up to the Instagram filter and add some suaveness to all the elegance so beauty is balanced out by gallantry and the dresses are well matched by enough sharp tuxedos in the final photo reel.
#candid
@wowgram_live
The OOTD's and group shots are great but candid shots or something out of the ordinary that makes us take a double take is always appreciated -- and increases the likelihood of your shot being selected to be included in our Tatlergrams gallery when we round up the hype and proceedings of the night.
#foodporn
@leezhassan
Every year, the chefs at Shangri-La Hotel KL go out of their way to create culinary wonders for the ball -- send love their way by giving the food some of the spotlight. Backdropped against flower arrangements and lambent warm glow of beautiful candles, these are food shots people actually won't mind.
#instagramtatler_tatler_stories
@sherinwong
Why stick with just photos when you can bring your friends who couldn't make it as well as your followers right into the ballroom with you with Instagram's latest live video feature. Bring to life the faces, fun and food and share it live from the night -- we'd love to see how much fun you're having from your POV as well.
#videos
@malaysiatatler
Keep in mind that Instagram tatler_tatler_stories keep for only 24 hours so if you'd like to preserve a memory for longer, we'd suggest posting a video of it on your feed. That way, we can all go back and relive the night together, days, maybe even weeks, after all the excitement.
#MYTatlerBall2016
@malaysiatatler
Most importantly, don't forget the official hashtag #MYTatlerBall2016 so we can follow along and see how much fun you're having. Little else is as big a reward as seeing the result of our hardwork collected as a reel of photos of beautiful people and glamourous moments.
While we count down to the big day, brush up on your do's and don'ts so you leave only the best of impressions.