A universal truth: If anyone between the ages of 16 and 30 denies ever watching Gossip Girl, they’re lying. It’s like those Prada shoes and Chanel purses that flow like wine (yes, wine flows on the show, too): You can’t live without it. It’s a need – an addiction – you just have to quench. I like to think that had I been born and raised in the privileged ways of the Upper East Siders, I might know just a bit more about love and life. In fact, I guarantee that I’d have learned these 12 lessons much sooner – and probably in better wardrobe, too.
1. Every woman has an inner Blair Waldorf.
2. When given the choice between a rich bad boy and a rich boring boy, always go for the bad boy. It’ll make things far more interesting.
3. A girl can never have too much bling.
4. Sometimes the most interesting ones are the anonymous ones.
5. If it didn’t work 20 years ago, time and age (no matter how hot the guy) won’t magically make it work now (read: Rufus & Lily).
6. The whole star-crossed lovers thing has been played out to infinity; did we learn nothing from Sir Shakespeare?
7. Nothing perks up a society ball quite like sex or a hot scandal – or both.
8. Some secrets are kept secret for a reason.
9. If you open Pandora’s (read: Blair’s) box, you’d better be ready to endure her wrath.
10. I’ll always love Chuck Bass. If only he were a real person…
11. Humphreys are boring. Always.
12. It’s best to break up with your boyfriend before he could possibly become your stepbrother – awkward Thanksgiving, anyone?
What about you? What have the Upper East Siders taught you?
xoxo,
Happy Birthday, Elvis!
LifestyleBohemia says
These are all SO true!
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Katherine says
Erm..I'm 23, and I do solemnly declare that I HAVE NEVER WATCHED AN EPISODE OF GOSSIP GIRL. Maybe its more of an American thing…
Melissa Blake says
Hey Katherine — yes, it's pretty big here in the US. It's one of my many guilty pleasure shows. 🙂
Kris says
I'm 26, and live in NYC, and I've never seen a FULL episode either. I admit I tried to watch though. it just didn't grab me. But I definitely get it's pull for sure.
Adgirl says
Sorry Melissa, I'm not lying and I don't watch it. I tried. But I thought all the characters were irritating and spoilt little brats. It cannot compare to sex in the city because its far less relatable.
i N a says
i am so in love with GOSSIP GIRL!!! and i like what you've said : every woman has an inner Blair Waldorf… so bitchy… haha…
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Secret Agent K says
Chuck Bass, hmm I <3 him so much and I'm 31! I love that show and I'm the first one to admit it hehe
Hiya Melissa! Love the blog =)
Mel says
I don't think it's just an American thing! I live in Europe and here it's also a BIG hit show!
…even the Hubby loves this show.
But why is Rufus always walking around with the Humphrey's family pet (read guinea pig) on his head!?
-M
magnoliaamber says
Well, I didn't watch it and I am between 16-30. I don't have to, do I?:)
But your blog is always lovely…I just prefer cinema than movie series..
xoxo
Missy D says
Love this show… in general the CW is a vice!
Lesson Learned: Whilst enduring public humiliation, be patient – the next scandal is right around the corner.
S and O productions says
I'm in between the age of 16 and 30 (not giving a specific number heehee!) and I LOVE that show (no pretenses here) I watch it all the time! I literally eat it up with a spoon!
And isn't Chuck Bass the best? He makes everything much more fun!
This is a great post, I was totally cracking up at #11, the Humphreys are BORING!! Especially the dad, God would someone please take that guitar away from him?!!! There is such a thing as a 'has-been' and then there's a little something called 'a never was been' it's pretty clear what catagory Rufus (whose name sounds like a rat) falls into!
🙂 Well I'm going to cut this novel of a comment short by saying hear-hear Melissa I want Chuckie too!! LOL 🙂
Always,
Olivia
Katie Frank says
I just saw yesterday the first 5 episodes because in Croatia it's still not broadcasted
I found it coincidentally surfing and downloaded it
And I really like it
But the only thing that's anoying me is the fact that they are trying to sell those actors as high school students
But that's obviously a problem in every teenage series
But despite that I love it and not only because I'm secretly in love with NYC since I'm a little kid
XD
<3
Katie
Melissa Blake says
I know what you mean, Katie, about selling them as high school students. Dawson's Creek (another one of my favorites) had the same problem.
Lisa says
This is a great post, Melissa!
Yes, I am 32 and yes, I watch Gossip Girl. Not religiously, but I have seen more than 3 episodes. I've learned the Upper East Siders end childhood around age 10,what a shame!
Also, one thing I love about the show: Confidence is King, from your wardrobe to your actions, confidence sells the product.
Viewtiful_Justin says
I've never seen the show…but we don't have TV. Although, even if we did, I wouldn't watch it.
tea for tessa says
I LOVE THIS SHOW. I used to obsessively read the books in high school. I was very into vogue, fashion, everything high end and I got all dressed up for school everyday. Ah the good old days. I first heard they were going to come out with a movie–this was YEARS ago and Megan Fox was supposed to play Blair! I would not have liked that.
However, I think the series is very well done. However my Serena is a little different in my head. Of course its very different from the books, but very good and keeps you on the edge of your seat I would say! My mom and I still have to get the DVD to see the 2 or 3 we missed of season 2.