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  • Legendary actress Mae West, played to perfection by Laetitia Casta, lends inspiration to fashion with wickedly bawdy sex appeal.

    Headshot of Harper's Bazaar StaffBy Harper's Bazaar StaffPublished: Jul 26, 2010bookmarksSave ArticleUse Arrow Keys to Navigate

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    Legendary actress Mae West, played to perfection by Laetitia Casta, lends inspiration to fashion with wickedly bawdy sex appeal.

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    "A dame that knows the ropes isn't likely to get tied up."

    this image is not availableMedia Platforms Design TeamSwarovski-crystal gown, by special order, Armani Privé. 212-988-9191. Hat, by special order, Benoît Missolin, Couture. eshop.benoitmissolin.com. Fur wr

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    "It ain't no sin if you crack a few laws now and then, just so long as you don't break any."

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    Jacket, skirt, and hat, Dior Haute Couture. 800-929-DIOR. Earrings, Cartier. 800-CARTIER. Necklace, Boucheron. 415-362-6020. Bracelet, $13,300, and ring (right), Bulgari. 800-BULGARI. Ring (left), Mikimoto.

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    "It's not the men in my life that count, it's the life in my men."

    Media Platforms Design TeamDress, $4,998, Ralph Lauren Collection. ralphlauren.com. Earrings and ring, Boucheron. 415-362-6020. Necklace and bracelets, Cartier. 800-C

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    "A dame that knows the ropes isn't likely to get tied up."

    Media Platforms Design TeamDress, Givenchy Haute Couture by Riccardo Tisci. givenchy.com. Hat, Dior Haute Couture. 800-929- DIOR. Gloves, $130, Carolina Amato.

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