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Edie Sedgwick
Edie Sedgwick

Edie Sedgwick, born on April 20, 1943 and died on November 16, 1971, was an American socialite. She was known for her unique fashion style and close ties with the art world, becoming a representative figure of New York's social circle in the 1960s. more

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“I made a mask out of my face because I didn't realize I was quite beautiful. God blessed me so. I practically destroyed it. I had to wear heavy black eyelashes like bat wings, and dark lines under my eyes, and cut all my hair off, my long dark hair. Cut it off and strip it silver and blonde. All those little maneuvers I did out of things that were happening in my life that upset me.”

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“It's sort of like a mockery in a way of reality because they think everything is smiles and sweetness and flowers when there is something bitter to taste. And to pretend there isn't is foolish. I mean the ones that wonder around and know, at the same time, and yet wear flowers, and they deserve to wear flowers. And they've earned their smile...you can tell by people's eyes.”

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