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I was always sort of a loner, I suppose. I always had to think out everything for myself... I suppose that is what you call a loner.

Diana Vreeland

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Diana Vreeland
Age: 83 †
Born: 1906
Born: July 29
Died: 1989
Died: August 2
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If it isn't a passion, it isn't burning, it isn't on fire, you haven't lived.
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To be contented—that’s for the cows.
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I've always remained totally myself, which is to say, without an idea... of what to do.
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I think i always had a perfectly clear view of what was possible for the public. Give'em what they never knew they wanted.
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When I discovered dancing, I learned to dream.
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I loathe narcissism, but I approve of vanity.
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I adore artifice. I always have.
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Most people haven't got a point of view they need to have it given to them––and what's more, they expect it from you.
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