Rachel's fiancé and later husband, Nick is a history professor at New York University. He was born in Singapore and raised in England, and though he comes from a wealthy family, he values relationships over material possessions.

Rachel's half-brother, Carlton is a young man who struggles with impulsiveness and reckless behavior. Despite his privileged upbringing as the only son of a wealthy family, he desires a sense of self without needing to prove himself.

A protagonist and point-of-view character, Astrid is known for her beauty and style. The daughter of a prominent family, she navigates high society while dealing with personal challenges, including her marriage to Michael and friendships with characters like Rachel and Charlie.

A young social media influencer and the daughter of billionaire Jack Bing, Colette enjoys setting trends and being the center of attention. She has a fondness for Carlton and feels the pressure of maintaining her image.

Kitty is a social climber who seeks wealth and status, having married for money and desiring acceptance into high society. She employs the services of Corinna to refine her public image.

A secondary character who serves as a consultant for women aspiring to enter the upper echelons of society. Coming from old money, she helps guide characters like Kitty in navigating high-social circles.

Nick's mother, Eleanor is a wealthy and socially influential woman dedicated to advancing her family's status. She manages her own wealth but is invested in ensuring her son inherits the family estate.

Son of Alix Young and Malcolm Cheng, Eddie works at a prestigious financial firm and is eager to gain wealth and fame. He is image-conscious and self-centered, constantly seeking social validation.

Astrid's husband, Michael is a former military man now involved in the business world. He struggles with feelings of inadequacy and resentment toward Astrid's wealthy family, impacting their marriage.

An entrepreneur who expanded his family's company into a tech giant, Charlie has longstanding feelings for Astrid. Although he is married, he provides emotional support to Astrid.

The goddaughter of Shang Su Yi, Jacqueline attempts to persuade Nick to return to Singapore. She lives by her wits and serves as an example of those existing on the fringes of wealth.

A wealthy and stylish couple, Colin is Nick's best friend, and Araminta seeks to establish her own business. They parallel Nick and Rachel's relationship but with less conflict over family and wealth.