She had a womanly instinct that clothes possess an influence more powerful over many than the worth of character or the magic of manners. (Louisa May Alcott)

She had a womanly instinct that clothes possess an influence more powerful over many than the worth of character or the magic of manners.

Louisa May Alcott

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