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“A tip: if you're invited to your friend's country club to go the lost and found bin and pretend that you left something there. Next thing you know, you have a fabulous sweater.”

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Lisa Birnbach
Lisa Birnbach

Lisa Birnbach, born in 1957, is an American author known for her insightful research and analysis of the upper class and celebrity culture. Her works, including 'The Official Preppy Handbook', have become cultural phenomena, influencing generations' understanding of prep school culture. more

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