3 out of 4 people claim to have an appreciation for the “finer things” in life according to a new survey of 2000 Americans. You may think that we develop our “sophistication” as we get older, but the research shows it begins at 26.

Almost 4 out of 5 said they were even younger than 26 when they developed their classy tastes, while 1 in 5 said they were 30 or older.

So what are the things that make you “sophisticated”, “classy”, and more mature?

TOP FIVE THINGS AMERICANS EQUATE WITH MATURITY

• Having an opinion on the stock market 38%
• Knowledgeably discussing different types of wine and spirits 35%
• Buying expensive clothes (suits/tailored dresses) 33%
• Visiting museums 31%
• Discussing current events 31%

TOP FIVE THINGS AMERICANS EQUATE WITH MATURITY

• Having an opinion on the stock market 38%
• Knowledgeably discussing different types of wine and spirits 35%
• Buying expensive clothes (suits/tailored dresses) 33%
• Visiting museums 31%
• Discussing current events 31%

-- Doug O’Brien

Cox Media Group