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)
: Gloria Leonard, a former adult film star who was the first woman to edit a major men’s magazine. The Very Best Of High Society – December 1989
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