RUMOUR MILL

MEAN STREAK Some people want to be seen as charitable without giving much in the way of time or money. Which notable philanthropist recently had to seek legal advice on how to dump a committee member who refused to make a contribution to the charity? We think the miser should loosen his purse strings or forfeit his seat. SLIPPERY SLOPE This lady is the talk of the town—for the wrong reasons. While her cause is admirable, many feel she’s using her charity for self-promotion and to gain product-endorsement deals for herself and her family. It’s a dangerous game, honey; your social credibility could soon be toast. KEEPING UP APPEARANCES Which former high-flyer has been posting #OOTDS on his social media accounts to make it look like he’s got a fabulously flamboyant wardrobe? The fact is, he’s been snapping photos of himself trying on samples in the brands’ showrooms.