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“One thing Della Valle taught me is the power to say no if something isn't right. That mattered even over sales. Now it's rolling and finally, after having been PR, boutique director, operator, messenger, and everything else, I'm finally in the role I like the most - court jester. And that's what I was doing at Chanel before.”

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Ines de La Fressange

Ines de La Fressange, born on August 11, 1957, is a renowned French model. She became famous in the 1980s and early 1990s for her unique sense of style and elegant image. de La Fressange is not only influential in the fashion industry but has also ventured into acting and writing. more

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