Remembering an Icon: Mae West (August 17, 1893 – November 22, 1980)

Happy Birthday to the original sex symbol, Mae West.

Photobucket


“When I’m good, I’m very good. But when I’m bad I’m better.” – Mae West

Photobucket


“Cultivate your curves. They may be dangerous, but they won’t be avoided” – Mae West

Photobucket


“I didn’t discover curves – I only uncovered them.” – Mae West

Photobucket


“I’m no model lady. A model’s just an imitation of the real thing.” – Mae West

Photobucket


“I’ll try anything once, twice if I like it, three times to make sure.” – Mae West

Photobucket


“You can say what you like about long dresses, but they cover a multitude of shins.” – Mae West

Photobucket

“I believe that it’s better to be looked over than it is to be overlooked.” – Mae West

Photobucket


“I generally avoid temptation unless I can’t resist it.” – Mae West

Photobucket


“Ten men waiting for me at the door? Send one of them home, I’m tired.” – Mae West

Photobucket

“So many men… so little time.” – Mae West



Photobucket


“I never worry about diets. The only carrots that interest me are the number you get in a diamond.” – Mae West

Photobucket


“Those who are easily shocked should be shocked more often.” – Mae West

Photobucket


“I speak two languages: Body and English.” – Mae West

Photobucket


“I like my clothes to be tight enough to show I’m a woman – but loose enough to show I’m a lady.” – Mae West

Photobucket


“I used to be Snow White, but I drifted.” – Mae West

Photobucket


“Good sex is like Bridge – if you don’t have a good partner, you’d better have a good hand.” – Mae West

Photobucket


“I’m a woman of very few words, but lots of action.” – Mae West

Photobucket


All images courtesy of Google Images
{ 10 comments… add one }

Leave a Comment

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

  • Beautifully Invisible August 18, 2010, 1:10 PM

    Thanks!

    Reply
  • Beautifully Invisible August 18, 2010, 1:10 PM

    That is one of my faves as well. And I agree – guest appearances by Cary Grant are a nice bonus 🙂

    Reply
  • Beautifully Invisible August 18, 2010, 1:09 PM

    Thanks! She was so fiesty, I love her. Wish she was still with us today.

    I like Julia, so perhaps I will check it out 🙂

    Reply
  • Beautifully Invisible August 18, 2010, 1:08 PM

    Thanks 🙂

    Reply
  • Beautifully Invisible August 18, 2010, 1:08 PM

    There are so many great quotes to choose from; I had a hard tome narrowing it down!

    Reply
  • Ivana August 18, 2010, 9:14 AM

    Oh I la-la-love her and the accompanying quotes just remind me how absolutely fantastic she was!

    Reply
  • Canelahada August 18, 2010, 4:31 AM

    Mae. Mae I do I love your post. So witty, so curvy. Wondeful!!!!

    Reply
  • Tanvi August 17, 2010, 10:47 PM

    Awesome Post! One helluva woman and her quote would bring the house down any time!!!

    P.S. I like Julia and I liked Eat Pray and Loved ONLY for her. I doubt the movie would have been half as good if it was another actress. But yes, it is not as good as the book but I didn't compare. So, don't know if this is helpful. But if you have 2 hours to spare it would not be a total loss 😉

    Reply
  • Casee Marie August 17, 2010, 9:51 PM

    Love her! She was such a bombshell. The "model lady" quote is one of my favorites.
    And hello there, Mr. Cary Grant. It's always nice to see you.

    Reply
  • Thelayeredpancake August 17, 2010, 3:23 PM

    lovely pictures, lovely post.

    Reply