Saying 'please' and 'thank you' is the cornerstone of  a proper upbringing, according to a new survey of 2,000 Brits, followed by reading widely and having good table manners.

Avoiding text speak, being bilingual and maintaining great posture also made the top 50 touches of class.

SIGNS OF A CLASSY MAN

 1. Respectful of women

2. Holds the door open for others

3. Takes pride in his appearance

4. Stands up when women join the dining table

5. Takes his hat off when indoors and in the company of women

6. Has a firm handshake

7. Knows when to admit he's wrong

8. Owns a tailored suit

9. Always smells nice

10. Wears crisp white shirts 

SIGNS OF A CLASSY WOMAN

1. Wears subtle make-up

2. Ages gracefully

3. Confidence

4. Never drinks directly from the bottle

5. Accepts compliments graciously

6. Only wears heels she can walk in

7. Always smells nice

8. Doesn't downplay her intelligence

9. Reveals cleavage sparingly

10. Wears dresses tight enough to show she's a woman, but loose enough to prove she's a lady