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A mink coat in 1975 (it was the done thing then). It cost me £5,500.
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A designer green jacket from Selfridges I bought in my 20s for £700, a ridiculous amount of money. My family and friends said I looked like a peace activist and I never wore it again.
A Biba dress when I really couldn’t afford it. It was every scrap of my money and I’ve never parted with it.
I spend my money on vintage eyewear. I have a massive collection.
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A saxophone for £8,000.
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