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When it comes to dressing, comfort is overrated. A little discomfort probably means your clothes fit and they're not pajamas.

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Tim Gunn
Age: 71
Born: 1953
Born: July 29
Consultant
Costume Designer
Creative Director
Fashion Designer
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Reality Television Participant
University Teacher
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Washington
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Timothy MacKenzie Gunn
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