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I need a lot of black on my eyes and a little shot of vodka to be brave, because you're beautiful when you relax.

Carine Roitfeld

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Carine Roitfeld
Age: 70
Born: 1954
Born: September 19
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Sins are timeless. Sins are an everyday reality for every one. Sin has been in existence since the beginning of man, since Adam and Eve. It will always be pertinent.
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