The 'Hello Young Lady' meme typically features a refined or suave anime character, often identified as Vanitas from 'The Case Study of Vanitas,' offering a formal and theatrical greeting. It gained traction across social media platforms as a way to satirize 'gentlemanly' behavior that feels either absurdly over-the-top or slightly intrusive. Users frequently adapt the dialogue to depict someone approaching another person with a specific, niche interest or to mock the way individuals try to act sophisticated in online interactions. The meme’s popularity stems from its perfect blend of aesthetic charm and comedic irony, making it a go-to for 'sliding into the DMs' jokes.