Sarah Ibbetson
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In answer to Cicero’s question
Yes, obviously. It’s much better to hear somebody say: No, you don’t look fat in that.
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Sarah Ibbetson
Yes, obviously. It's much better to hear somebody say: No, you don't look fat in that.
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