And among the fashion tips from those who know: watch out for a lot more Argyle-pattern tights.

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Designer Jeanne Lanvin, founder of one of Paris' great fashion houses, is seated at her desk, surrounded by the brightly colored spines of fabric and pattern books, a drawing pencil, and a telephone.

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