Beautiful People

"Beautiful People" is a British comedy-drama television series that aired from 2008 to 2009. Set in 1997 Reading, Berkshire, it follows 13-year-old Simon Doonan and his best friend Kylie as they dream of escaping their suburban lives to experience the glamour of London. The show is based on the memoirs of Simon Doonan, the creative director of Barneys, and offers a humorous and heartfelt look at adolescence, self-discovery, and the pursuit of beauty. The series features a talented cast, including Luke Ward-Wilkinson, Layton Williams, Olivia Colman, and Meera Syal. With its witty writing and nostalgic setting, "Beautiful People" provides an entertaining glimpse into the trials and triumphs of growing up different in a conventional world.