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The only possible effect one can have on the world is through unpopular ideas.
Vivienne Westwood
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Vivienne Westwood
Age: 83
Born: 1941
Born: April 8
Businessperson
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Fashion Designer
University Teacher
Tintwistle
Derbyshire
Vivienne Isabel Swire
Dame Vivienne Westwood
Dame Vivienne Isabel Westwood
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