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As a general rule, or for something... specific?

Well, it's very nice in general, but... I'm buying myself a scarf.

Ah. Yeah- I'd have to agree with you there.

I'm simply not decided on what scarf, though.

Decisions, decisions.

...That have been a very, very quiet giggle.

It really is difficult. I want to make an excellent impression.

On whom?

A pause.

...Someone special.

*nods* Makes sense.

Of course, I might buy a new outfit too.

...Which should I do? A new outfit and match the scarf to it? Or a new scarf and match the outfit?

*for some reason, she's a little amused to be giving this kind of advice to the younger girl, but she obliges*

I suppose it depends on what you've already got in your closet... perhaps find something you already own that makes you feel confident, and build around that?

And, really, these are the sorts of questions a girl should be asking her mother. Or her female friends.

I'll have to find something he won't have seen me in before.

I suppose it's impractical to wear both a scarf and a necklace. I'll have to choose one or the other... A necklace might draw the eye more, but a scarf...

*which could be precisely the reason for Dakota's mix of confusion and amusement*

Yes, of course... I suppose, too, whether you choose a necklace or scarf would depend on what sort of top you were wearing.

A scarf has more use, when one thinks about it.

...Not a creepy statement at all, no. Surely not.

Yes. They can keep your neck warm if it's chilly out.

*she's a smart woman, she caught the potential undertones of that statement - and, well, she feels obliged to steer things away from them but quick*

Hm?

Oh. Yes. Of course.

Yes, she is partly speaking aloud to herself, partly talking to Dakota.

I just want to be sure I look my very best.

Well, I'm sure you will. You seem very focused on that and focus often produces good results.

Oh.. Thank you.

You're welcome.

I recognize focus when I see it. You? You're very focused. Precise.

*yes - coming from Dakota, this is quite the compliment*

I'd have to agree with you. I'm a big fan of silk.

It's quite comfortable and quite elegant, I think.

Anything in specific you're looking for, or is that just a general statement of preference?

Oh.

I'm purchasing a scarf.

Nice -- silk scarves are always a lovely touch on a pretty girl.

Thank you. I'm planning an outfit to make an impression on someone.

Then I certainly say that a silk scarf will add a touch of class to your ensemble -- class, but with a touch of understated, sophisticated flirtation. *he tilts his head to the side* I'm guess that it's that sort of impression, correct?