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To me there are lots more important things in the world than just having the right shoes!
Iris Apfel
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Iris Apfel
Age: 103
Born: 1921
Born: August 29
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Queens
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Iris Barrel
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I'm making a lot of noise as I walk.
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I say, dress to please yourself. Listen to your inner muse and take a chance. Wear something that says 'Here I am!' today.
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I always feel that if you're gonna be uncomfortable and unhappy in something, just because you think it's in or it's chic, I would advise you to be happy rather than well-dressed. It's better to be happy.
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I find that if I get up and push myself, I get lost in what I'm doing, and I forget about everything else until I stop doing it.
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