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Who says white is a boring color?

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Feathered shoes, vintage-inspired dresses and floor-length gowns peppered the club.

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I have scars in my legs that have remained my trademark.

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They say Wednesday is the new Friday. And the ladies know it, partying hard and dancing the night away wearing their Friday night outfits.

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"Yes!" she answers without batting an eyelash. No if’s and but’s about it. Mika doesn’t even think twice about her answer.
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Who says white is a boring color?

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Feathered shoes, vintage-inspired dresses and floor-length gowns peppered the club.

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I have scars in my legs that have remained my trademark.

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They say Wednesday is the new Friday. And the ladies know it, partying hard and dancing the night away wearing their Friday night outfits.

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"Yes!" she answers without batting an eyelash. No if’s and but’s about it. Mika doesn’t even think twice about her answer.
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