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Post by Edwyn nó Camellia (D) on Jul 18, 2007 23:27:00 GMT -5
I patted her shoulder then drew my hand back to myself. "I agree. Want to try the others first or see what I can get worked up?"
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Post by Aurianne nó Hughes on Jul 18, 2007 23:28:48 GMT -5
"Whatever you'd like," I said as I turned, facing him once more. "Are you eager to try your dress shirt on?" Tease lit my voice as I emphasized the word dress; he wasn't going to live that one down.
At least not while we were still inside this store.
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Post by Edwyn nó Camellia (D) on Jul 18, 2007 23:35:28 GMT -5
"Dress as in formal not a skirt" I smiled back at her. "But truth be told I am enjoying watching you so maybe you should try the next?" We were standing rather close, but not scandalously close.
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Post by Aurianne nó Hughes on Jul 19, 2007 8:38:28 GMT -5
"Of course," I said with a smile as I slipped away, moving back into the changing room. Out of the lavender dress and into a pale green, the color reminding me of some descriptions of sea moss that I'd read in a book somewhere. The stay in this one was relatively simple, closing with a crosshatching of thread, though I'd been careful enough with putting it on that it hadn't loosened too much. Still, it wasn't something I could tie up myself; had I been shopping alone I'd have had to have a sales clerk assist me.
Stepping out of the room I moved back to where he was standing, giving him a teasily pretty smile. "Would you mind?" I asked as I turned, moving my hair to show him the strings that needed to be tied.
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Post by Edwyn nó Camellia (D) on Jul 19, 2007 8:42:50 GMT -5
I returned the smile and stepped up behind her my deft and warm fingers soon tightening the lacings on the back of her gown. The same fingers also managing to dance along her spine at the same time. “Not at all Auri I must admit I like the way the lacings affect the fit and the over all affect. Though on the whole I prefer the first gown better.” Finishing I removed my fingers and stood with my normal good posture. “Though if you do not mind take a turn for me.”
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Post by Aurianne nó Hughes on Jul 19, 2007 11:16:04 GMT -5
My back shifted subtly under the gentle touch of his fingers, a shift that was minute, though obvious to someone standing in close range. "Laces can be pretty," I agreed as I turned for him, making a slow circle til I was facing him again. "I appreciate your opinion."
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Post by Edwyn nó Camellia (D) on Jul 19, 2007 11:21:06 GMT -5
I offered a pleased look and remained close once she had faced me again. "Thank you, I am glad you do. If I had my best suggestion I would say the first with the laces of this one. Not sure how much you want to deal with alterations though."
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Post by Aurianne nó Hughes on Jul 19, 2007 12:10:34 GMT -5
"I prefer not to have alterations done, though at the same time I'm willing to wait." I had to tilt my head up to look at him with the close stance we both had, and with a blush I backed down, stepping away a pace and using the mirror to cover my actions. "I like the color of the other one better, though."
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Post by Edwyn nó Camellia (D) on Jul 19, 2007 12:15:12 GMT -5
I noded and deftly folded my hands behind my back in proper and perfect at ease position. "I do to. So are you going to try the last or simply settle on the first?"
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Post by Aurianne nó Hughes on Jul 19, 2007 15:30:36 GMT -5
"I never settle, dear Eddie," I said with a mischievous smile, peering at him over my shoulder through the mirror. My lips curled into a teasing, flirtatious smile as I made my way back to the dressing room to test the third.
Taking the green dress off, I stood naked for a second and simply considered the last; a slightly more vibrant blue, edged in a darker blue with small beads. Too much for a spring wedding; I didn't even bother trying it on.
Putting the dress on that I'd worn into the shoppe, I gathered the lavender dress and exited with it, making my way back to Edwyn. "You were right; the first won out." I slipped my arm through his muscled one, letting my fingertips play against the sleeve of his shirt discretely. "Time to take care of you now."
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Post by Edwyn nó Camellia (D) on Jul 19, 2007 16:33:07 GMT -5
After she went into the changing room I waited for her with my hands still folded behind my back. I kept them there as she took my arm and peered down at her with a smile. A slight shiver sneaking through my being as she toyed with my shirt and at last I offered her my arm chivalrously.
"Ah, a good choice my Lady Aurianne." I motioned to the garments I had previously pulled down all breeches in black and shirts in yellow. There were various cuts: in the breeches the three selections were one of soft suede with a cut to hug my lower body when pulled tight by the drawstring fly, one of light cotton that was cut to be worn more loose about my lower body, and lastly one of a heavy spun wool that was mid range in tightness of fit design.
Of the shirts one was of silk and also cut to fit tight, one of cotton cut to be worn loose, and the last was also of silk only of a looser fitting cut. All three were a mild yellow with small collar and buttons that could have several at the top left undone if one were inclined. Giving her a flirtatious look of my own I innocently asked. "So what would you have me into first?"
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Post by Aurianne nó Hughes on Jul 19, 2007 23:21:35 GMT -5
I studied the selections for a long moment, my head tilted slightly. "Hmm," I mused, reaching out to run my fingers along the soft suade, "These with the looser silk shirt. Wool pants would be too warm and heavy, and besides, suade feels pretty against the skin. You might get too hot though." I rightened my head as I looked at him, a kind smile on my features.
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Post by Edwyn nó Camellia (D) on Jul 19, 2007 23:30:54 GMT -5
I nodded and watched her as she mused. "Alright, I will go try them on." I picked up the snug suede breeches as well as the loose silk shirt and headed to the dressing room looking back over my shoulder at her before closing the door.
Then I disrobed and got into the breeches first lacing them up as the snugged my lower body like a glove. She was right it did feel very nice against the skin. Then into the silken shirt I went. It also felt very nice against the skin as I buttoned it leaving the top two undone to show a bit of my chest. True to my prediction the neck and collar fit my muscled shoulders well, but the shirt was a bit long left untucked and gowning down not quite to my knees. But the breeches were too tight to allow it to be tucked in.
Exiting the room I caught Aurianne's eye and held my arms to the side and out. "Well, what do you think?" My bare toes wiggled a bit against the floor.
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Post by Aurianne nó Hughes on Jul 20, 2007 9:52:15 GMT -5
Years of practice over my facial expressions had let me keep my face straight as Edwyn came out of the dressing room, sporting what looked to be an exceptional pair of pants... and a short dress of a shirt. "Well," I said, letting a little bit of humor enter my voice, "you were right about the shirt; it does need alterations. How do you like the colors and fit though?"
For the slight twinge of amusement in my voice, another thread wound its way in, stealing over my tone nearly completely - this one born of appreciation and admiration.
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Post by Edwyn nó Camellia (D) on Jul 20, 2007 10:12:23 GMT -5
Unphased by her tone on any count I lifted up the tail of the shirt and turned around showing her the back of me and peered over my shoulder. “Are you sure it is not too tight in the rear? As for the colors and feel, ummmm” I blushed a bit before once more schooling my manner and reactions to perfect propriety. “Its soft and feels exquisite against the skin.”
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Post by Aurianne nó Hughes on Jul 22, 2007 23:09:41 GMT -5
The soft tinge of blush in Edwyns cheeks brought an endearing smile to my lips; I couldn't remember seeing him act as such before. "It looks wonderful in the rear," I said, trying to lighten the mood; so much was I tempted to give it a light, playful tap that I had to force myself to fold my arms about my body, trapping my dress between my limbs and my torso. "It looks as if it would feel wonderful against bare skin."
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Post by Edwyn nó Camellia (D) on Jul 22, 2007 23:16:36 GMT -5
"Oh it does." I turned around and faced her. "Though I will need to get the shirt altered. Think I should try the others or will this do?" I shrugged my shoulders "I am not much on all the trying on and the like."
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Post by Aurianne nó Hughes on Jul 24, 2007 7:31:16 GMT -5
I smiled as he faced me, shaking my head slightly. "I think that one will do wonderfully. You look stunning."
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Post by Edwyn nó Camellia (D) on Jul 28, 2007 16:41:16 GMT -5
"Why thank you" I smiled back. "I suppose I should go and tend the fitting for the shirt before we leave. Then the both of us could probably stand some shoe shopping as well." Then a bit teasingly I asked "You set for matching undergarments as well?"
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Post by Aurianne nó Hughes on Jul 29, 2007 9:31:16 GMT -5
I laughed as he teased me, giving him a flirtatious look for his efforts. "Who said anything about undergarments?"
My grin was controlled as I turned to make my way towards the counter, letting my hand slip along his side subtly, gracefully, as I moved. "I'll wait for you at the front of the store."
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Post by Edwyn nó Camellia (D) on Jul 29, 2007 17:26:57 GMT -5
I watched her as she passed "That is my lady." But then a lad came in and went directly to me handing me a note. I read it and then thanked the lad and tipped him and sent him on his way before calling out to Aurianne "Sorry but it seems I have a change of plans." I awaited her return before smiling a bit ruefully "Seems I have an Assignation for the wedding." I glanced at the note once more "Her colors are brown and red might you offer a suggestion on how to match her?"
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Post by Aurianne nó Hughes on Jul 29, 2007 22:11:19 GMT -5
A bright, full grin came onto my face as Edwyn told me of his assignation, and I barely held myself back from looping my arms about his neck in a hug. "Congratulations on the assignation," I said with the same full-mouthed smile, my gaze turned up to his. "I'd suggest brown leggings with either a white or cream shirt. But really, it might be better to ask a clerk here and get a second opinion... I wouldn't want to be responsible for her displeasement."
My tone was light and teasing as I smiled at him, the dress still looped over my arms.
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Post by Edwyn nó Camellia (D) on Jul 30, 2007 8:33:05 GMT -5
I gave her a wry smile “Thank you, I must admit I am a bit nervous as I have not taken one since completing my marque. I also am not quite able to place Ariana Marie de Lacroix are you?” I fidgeted a bit feeling very oddly nervous about the whole assignation but then tilted my head at my oh so beautiful sister of sorts.
“Hmmmm, I do not have a lady’s fashion sense but what think you of the same material and cut in breeches and shirt only changing the colors? Brown in the leggings and red in the shirt to match her attire.” I put my fist to my lips and coughed a bit discretely “And considering it is an assignation I should probably skip the under garments.”
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Post by Aurianne nó Hughes on Jul 30, 2007 9:00:54 GMT -5
"That would work," I mused softly, trying to picture the combination in a new color. "Do they have any of that in the colors you want, or will you have to order anew?"
I unfolded my dress to keep it from gaining wrinkles, though happily for me as I did a clerk walked by. I handed her the dress to take to the counter for me, my attention focused currently on aiding Edwyn. "Ariana Marie de Lacroix..." I murmured, thinking on the name. "I believe she used to be an adept - Cereus, mayhap? I forget exactly which one, though it matters little in the end. I'm sure she'd be willing to tell you herself." I reached over and ran my hand comfortingly down the breadth of his forearm, trying to help him relax and lose his nervousness.
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Post by Edwyn nó Camellia (D) on Jul 30, 2007 9:10:39 GMT -5
I quivered a bit at both her words and her touch “Oh dear gods I shall have to perform extra well then.” Fidgeting a bit more I asked “Help me see if I can find something in those colors?” I only barely looked at the passing clerk who aided Auri as I felt my cheeks flush bright red and I was not having the easiest of times maintaining proper manner.
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Post by Aurianne nó Hughes on Jul 30, 2007 9:34:11 GMT -5
Oh Elua, he was in a bit of a state, and I couldn't help but feel badly for him. My hand traveled down to grasp his, lacing my finger with his in a comforting gesture, my smile encouraging and sweet. "You'll do wonderfully, Eddie, like always. I don't doubt it."
With his question I turned and led us back to the racks he was shopping at before, my hand still pressed into his as I began to sift through. "Red shirt and brown breeches... Ah, here's a red shirt." Plucking it out I held it up, curious to see his reaction and whether I should continue looking.
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Post by Edwyn nó Camellia (D) on Jul 30, 2007 9:41:16 GMT -5
“Thank you so much Auri!” I gave her hand a squeeze as she lead me back and looked over the shirt running my fingers over it. “Very nice and I so appreciate your aid. Though it occurs I shall most likely be sent to Eglantine House for attire.” I tilted my head at her and blinked my deep brown eyes a few times as I slid the hands we had clasped around the small of her back my arm lightly encircling her waist.
“Would you mind terribly helping me pick out some basic things here though as well as dealing with the rough fitting? That way I should keep the getting pocked and prodded to a minimum when I go.” I chewed my lower lip a bit as I thought gods one would think I have less than perfect ability to perform in the required manner.
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Post by Aurianne nó Hughes on Jul 30, 2007 14:46:45 GMT -5
I laughed as Edwyn seemed scattered, his undecidedness endearing and amusing. "Eglantine for you it is then," I said, amusement on my mouth. As he shifted our arms to loop back around my waist I smiled, my body stepping teasingly closer. "But of course. Lets get your fitting done and then head over to choose some shoes - does that sound alright?"
I was trying hard not to be pushy but merely helpful, and with another smile I looked up at him.
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Post by Edwyn nó Camellia (D) on Jul 30, 2007 14:56:28 GMT -5
"That works for me thank you." I patted the small of her back and stepped away soon settling on a red silk shirt as well as suede breeches both of the same cut as those I had previously tried. Back on more solid ground I hopped I sounded less like a babbling idiot. "Think I should bother trying these on or just go and get fitted from here?"
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Post by Aurianne nó Hughes on Jul 30, 2007 16:14:00 GMT -5
"Just get fitted," I said, my smile wide and happy for him. "There's a good chance they'll need alterations anyway, right?"
I glanced around and caught the attention of the same clerk who had helped me before, signaling for her to come over before glancing up at Edwyn. "Your patron will be pleasantly pleased, I think."
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