Places like Almack’s and White’s in London…

… were highly valued organizations that nobles and elites of London aimed to access.  Exclusive “clubs” by invitation only, the London “Seasons” were designed to meet and greet those of similar class status.  For men at least, places like White’s were for socializing with entertainment and leisure away from the women.

Fashion of the elite was very specifically defined.

(Featured: Almack’s for balls; below White’s for men to gamble, drink, and be ‘manly’)