Debenhams says Britons are going Gaga for afternoon tea

Sales of china teacups and saucers are up 119% in one major UK retail store - but would it really be thanks to this woman?

Debenhams, one of Britain's leading department stores, reported this week have taken off since American pop icon Lady Gaga took to the teacup trend.

The pop star has chosen to make teacup her accessory of choice in recent months, being pictured with a cup and saucer in hand practically wherever she went.

Taking afternoon tea is now said to be making a comeback thanks to the star, with the high streets store reporting an increase in teapot, plates, cake stands and all other 'tea' accessories since the star took a shine to her own teacup.

To ensure that the British public is keeping pinkie fingers at bay, Debenhams is launching a 'Civilised Drinking Campaign' to educate customers on the intricacies of taking tea.

Shop assistants will be asking customers in the crockery department if they are aware of the proper manners associated with tea drinking.

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