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I think that if you have to work very hard at dressing up and it makes you nervous or uptight, then you won't look very well because you won't be comfortable. I think it's much better to be comfortable and happy than well dressed.

Iris Apfel

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Iris Apfel
Age: 103
Born: 1921
Born: August 29
Businessperson
Interior Designer
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Queens
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You have to know yourself and know what you can carry. If you're not comfortable, no matter how well dressed you are, you're not going to look right. I'd rather be happy and feel comfy.
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If you don’t learn constantly, you don’t grow and you will wither. Too many people wither on the vine. Sure, it gets a little harder as you get older, but new experiences and new challenges keep it fresh.
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I love a nice hot pink. I like thick lipstick, otherwise it doesn't look like you're wearing any.
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Never be afraid to stop traffic.
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When the fun goes out of getting dressed, you might as well be dead.
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I'm making a lot of noise as I walk.
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I just never want to completely grow up.
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To find out who you are is like putting yourself on a psychiatric couch, but you have nobody to help you. Really it isn't easy. I was talking with my nephew this morning and he gave me one of the best quotes I've heard in years 'Personal style is curiosity about oneself.'
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I never just went to look for clothes and style I always find that wherever I go.
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If you hair is done properly and you're wearing good shoes, you can get anyway with anything.
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