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What I most identify with is effortless fashion, looking as if someone's not put a lot of effort into their look.

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Sara Blakely
Age: 53
Born: 1971
Born: February 27
Businessperson
Businesswoman
Patron Of The Arts
Stand-Up Comedian
Clearwater
Florida
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Effortless
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Fashion
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