The Very Best Of High Society Вђ“ December 1989 May 2026

: Features a porn star profile on Alicia Monet and a pictorial of Julia Parton in Las Vegas.

This particular December 1989 issue is known for several high-profile features typical of the publication's "Very Best" series:

By December 1989, High Society had established itself as a staple of the "top-shelf" magazine market. It was famous for its aggressive use of to promote upcoming issues, a marketing strategy pioneered by Gloria Leonard. The "Very Best Of" series functioned as a high-margin collector's product, often reprinting popular scenes and interviews for a holiday-season audience. High Society Magazine December, 1989 (Soft cover) The Very Best Of High Society – December 1989

: Gloria Leonard, a former adult film star who was the first woman to edit a major men’s magazine.

: Includes a photo spread of Cinnabar , a segment featuring Capri and Goldie , and a spread on Mistress Gwendolyn . : Features a porn star profile on Alicia

: Under Leonard's direction, the magazine combined explicit hardcore content with investigative "cult conspiracy" articles and cultural essays to differentiate itself from competitors like Playboy or Penthouse . Historical Context

: The designated centerfold model for this issue is Cheeky . The "Very Best Of" series functioned as a

: In line with High Society 's tradition of featuring unapproved nude photos of mainstream stars, this era often featured pictorials involving names like Kelly McGillis or Margot Kidder .