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140 richest Habits are not always the completest, and a Gentleman may make a better Figure in a plain Suit, than in an embroidered Coat. The Dress dependeth upon the Imagination, but must be adjusted by the Judgment, contrary to the Opinion of the Ladies, who value nothing but a good Fancy in the Choice of their Clothes. The ﬁrst Excellence is to write in Purity plainly and clearly; there is no Dispensation from these, but afterwards You have Your Choice of Colours, and may enliven, adorn, and paint Your Subject as You please.

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