It’s that time of the year when the Malaysia Tatler team lets their hair down, wining, dining and mingling with the country’s most prominent and recognised faces. Dressed to the nines, the occasion is a hotbed for Instagram pursuits – so much so that even the most reserved guests have their angles down to pat. If you’re part of the elite list gracing our 28th anniversary party, take note of the evening’s 13 buzziest hashtags to add to your #MyTatlerBall2017 Insta post.
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#girlgang

A ladies-only trip to the powder room wouldn’t be complete without a string of wefies. In fact, girl gangs cluster together when just one member angles her mobile phone camera for a glamour shot, because it’s always double/triple the riot when fun times are shared with your favourite gal pals.

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Above Photo: @farahkhanofficial

#ootd

With so much effort put into dressing the part, you’ve earned every right to that #ootd. Strike a pose, give your best smize, and put your best foot forward – you’ve only got one night to immortalise that red carpet-worthy shot.  

Read also: How Much Goes Into Getting Ready For The Ball?

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Above Photo: @malaysiatatler

#fambam

Ask anyone what their favourite part of the ball is, and most likely they’ll tell you, “it’s the only time I get to reunite with (insert family/friend name).” The ball brings together family members, whether by blood or through friendship – indeed, a rare time for loved ones to spend hours, reminiscing the old days and celebrating the future. 

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#bromance

Like the girls, the lads seize this opportunity to gather on the fringes of the room, or in a corner of the table deep in conversation, cigar or drink in hand. In a modern display of bromance, our male guests can prove quite photo opportunists too: you know quite a conversation took root when they immortalise their moment with a quick snap.

Read also: Tatler Ball Etiquette, And The Do's and Don'ts

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Above Photo: @sarimahibrahim

#datenight

When he’s ‘all pressed up in black and white’ while she’s ‘dressed in that dress I like', you know ‘love is swinging in the air tonight’. Justin Timberlake aptly sets the tone for the obligatory lovebirds wefie.

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Above Photo: Malaysia Tatler Ball 2016

#aboutlastnight

You may or may not have Insta-storied all evening, but one thing's for certain, a post-ball photo is essential the next day. Blame it on the endless flow of drinks and losing yourself on the dance floor but you’re bound to find a photo that best sums up your evening.

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Above Photo: @yongmeilingg

#livestories

Speaking of live stories, everyone will be live streaming their evening on Instagram’s hottest new feature. With that, don’t forget the hashtag!  

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Above Photo: @yiulin

#squadgoals

A hashtag to singlehandedly compliment your gang. Users of this tagline are those who do everything, go everywhere and probably have each other on speed dial. If you and your friends operate together in such a unit, #squadgoals is your tag of the night.

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Above Photo: @malaysiatatler.com

#nofilter

Why spoil a good picture when there’s perfectly flattering lighting at Shangri-La’s newly refurnished grand ballroom and its vicinity? Whether it’s your dainty dessert or cocktail hour a-calling, if the lighting reflects the feels, best leave the photo untouched.

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Above Photo: @mameemunster

#foodporn

Don’t get us started on the legendary four-course menu the Tatler Ball is known for. We are betting our money that the phone eats before human consumption – because who can resist such emotionally stunning delectables like this dessert?

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Above Photo: @ladyju

#boomerang

Officially the coolest way to capture action. With so much animation going on, it’s a pool of Boomerang-worthy moments and ripe time to attempt your best wriggle and twirl.

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Above Photo: Malaysia Tatler Ball 2016

#MyTatlerBall2017

Don’t forget this all important hashtag to get your photos archived under the virtual Malaysia Tatler Ball 2017 album! It’s also your shortcut to what went down that night.

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Above Photo: All Is Amazing

#BFF

An evergreen hashtag, this is the ultimate bestie Public Display of Affection, or even a subtle way to celebrate new, life-long friendships established that night. About romances formed at our annual do, we’ll save that for another day…

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