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I see. So a lot of fashion is completely new to you, is that so? In this case, I apologize for leaving you to face this on your own. Let me help.

[Here is one missed clasp, a missed button... Marie undoes them quickly to give Zelda some breathing space. The belts could also wait until they have adjusted the outfit, so she unties them as well]

Alright, it should be a bit easier now? Let me know how it fits.

[It was a bit strange, attending to someone instead of being attended to herself]

N-- no, you need not apologize. I can usually do well enough on my own...

[She assures, mildly thankful that Marie's attention remains on her clothes rather than her slightly flushed face, and very thankful that she doesn't ask for much in the way of clarification. Her assistance is also appreciated, of course, and the princess breathes a heavy sigh of relief once the pressure created by the improperly-worn jacket is released.]

Ah, yes, that is much better. [She quickly snakes her arms through the sleeves once she's able to, shaking her shoulders to get the piece to settle into position.] It certainly seems properly measured, now that I am not being bound by it... I must admit I am both surprised and impressed.

[How did Marie even get her measurements...]

[Marie has good eye for clothes related things and that extends to guessing measurements as well. However, just to be sure, she asked a friendly Witch to lightly enchant the outfit so it would fit the wearer better.

Now that Zelda was properly wearing the outfit Marie brought her, Marie knew one thing and it was that she looked absolutely gorgeous in it. Marie smiles, happy that her keen eye for fashion did not fail her.

However...]

The most important thing is, how do you like it, Zelda?

[How does she like it... what an odd question. Fashion isn't typically something she thinks about in terms of enjoyment; it's a tool to shift people's opinions of her. As an elegant princess or a rogue Shiekah minstrel, it hasn't mattered what she personally thinks of her clothing, so long as it has the intended effect.

But as she looks at herself in the mirror, the flush doesn't quite fade from her face.]

It is... different, than I am accustomed to, definitely, but... not in a bad way, I suppose.

[Forgive her, Marie, this sort of thing is difficult for her. She shrugs her shoulders a bit, watching how the garment shifts over her form.]

... I do look a rather gallant, do I not?

[Oh, so it looks like Zelda has a lot she can learn about fashion. Marie will gladly be the one to teach her, as long as she expresses such a wish]

I am glad to hear this! I think you look really lovely, Zelda - but it only matters if that's how you feel as well.

[She smiles]

You could dress like that more often if you ask me

Oh, I do not know about that...

[She ducks her head, bashful. The idea of wearing something like this casually in her day to day is a bit much to handle right now, but...]

But, for special occasions, it will work well enough, I think.

[That's about the closest anyone's gonna get to getting her to admit she likes something, anyway. At least the way she looks at herself in the mirror - shoulders back, turning this way and that to see how the outfit fits - is a little more honest in her approval.]

I cannot wait for these special occasions then!

[Marie smiles brightly as she places a hand on Zelda’s shoulder and stands next to her. She takes a look at their reflection in the mirror]

Seeing you in these kinds of outfits will definitely be a treat to the eyes!

[But there’s more to that. Zelda looked beautiful, of course, but Marie was just glad to spend time with her, as a friend. Perhaps as their bond deepens, they will have more occasions like this one? Marie certainly hopes so]

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