14 Quotes by Stephanie Clifford

The world always said to just be yourself, but it turned out when Evelyn was herself, no guys were at all interested, so she was left with games of make-believe, expressing enthusiasm for whatever the men wanted to do, be it rock climbing or going to a cheese-beer pairing or a Knicks game.

I always think the opening moments of a party are the hardest, before everyone has had enough to drink.

Last summer had meant lots of Sam Adams Summer Ale by herself on hot weekend days when it seemed like just her and the Dominican Day parade.

She tried to do what the Equinox yoga instructor said to do and thank each thought for coming then let it float away, but the thoughts were not floating away and she couldn't force them away, not even here, where she was supposed to be able to escape.

It required an enormous amount of energy and time just to do errands like getting groceries. She was always sweaty after she got groceries.

Evelyn let Camilla, as the higher-status person, extend her had first, a Babsism she remembered.

Barbara rearranged herself on the blanket, and the crowd howled a mass downward arpeggio when Enfield took the ball back. It’s all right, it’s okay, you’re gonna work for us someday, rose the cheer from the Sheffield side.

I made my money and can spend it as I want, just as you can spend the money you make as you want.

Who are you trying to impress? You’re twisting yourself into knots trying to fit in with this crowd. It isn’t worth it.