10 signs you’re a crazy rich Asian

Perhaps you didn’t realise it while you were playing dodgeball and reading The Barenstein Bears, but your breeding to enter the league of crazy rich Asians started much earlier than you think. Hong Kong’s elite international schools—and the world's top boarding schools—are where you made not just lifelong friends, but invaluable connections as well. 

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Members aren’t fooling anyone if they say they’re paying millions per year for access to a swimming pool and the occasional club sandwich—these ultra-exclusive institutions are the ultimate status symbol, and the perfect opportunity to rub shoulders with the city’s key players. 

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When it comes to weddings, it’s go big or go home. We're talking about custom couture gowns, taking over private islands and a guest list of over 1,000 international VIPs—long story short, having a no-expense-spared approach to your big day is the crazy rich Asian way. 

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Asians take their food seriously—and crazy rich Asians are no exception. They have no problem securing a reservation at the most-coveted restaurants in the region.

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When it comes to the pets of crazy rich Asians, only the finest will do. Hermès scarves for bandanas, personalised Louis Vuitton carriers, diamond encrusted leashes and even posturepedic beds are just some of the luxuries enjoyed by these fancy four-legged friends. 

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Sure, a quick trip to Phuket or Tokyo is always fun—but when the world is literally your playground, the possibilities are endless. You can chase the northern lights in Iceland via private jet, spend an imperial-Chinese-themed birthday in a palace in Beijing, or simply enjoy long lazy days at some of the world's most luxurious spas. Wherever or whatever it is, crazy rich Asians always travel in style. 

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For the jet-set seeking exclusive stays, hotel branded residences—which are popping up in Asia’s most exotic resort destinations—could be just what the doctor ordered. These exclusive residential properties are operated by established hotels, which provide the property with its branding, services and amenities. Some of Asia's elite have been snapping up branded residences by prestigious hotel groups including Aman, Rosewood and Four Seasons. 

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Perhaps you've got the most impressive collection of Birkins in town, a collection of couture gowns or more shoes than the Kardashian-Jenners combined, but one thing is for sure—you don't compromise when it comes to wardrobe space. 

There are many perks to being a crazy rich Asian, but the best one—and the most rewarding—is being able to give back to the community and support causes we care about. Whether it's tackling the food waste crisis, improving women's lives or working toward a more sustainable world. 

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