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“I wonder about prisoners. They're told, "You are free, you are innocent, you can go anywhere." I'm sure they usually feel nothing. They don't burst into tears or hysterics or joy or "I told you so." It's nothing. To be on the straight path isn't a bloody thing. It's just ordinary.”

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Diana Vreeland was an influential fashion editor known for her profound impact on the fashion industry. Born on September 29, 1903, and passing away on August 22, 1989, Vreeland served as an editor for both 'Harper's Bazaar' and 'Vogue' magazines, leading the fashion trends with her unique aesthetic and innovative thinking. more

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