The Recession

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Isaac Mizrahi's tips for weathering the hard times: Don't buy anything on sale. Shop constantly. Spend a lot of money on shoes ("preferably some 'giant fetish shoes'") and hair care. Oh, and don't forget to spoil yourself from time to time. Helpful! [The Moment]