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I just use fashion as an excuse to talk about politics. Because I'm a fashion designer, it gives me a voice, which is really good.

Vivienne Westwood

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Vivienne Westwood
Age: 83
Born: 1941
Born: April 8
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Derbyshire
Vivienne Isabel Swire
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