"That must be because men may find themselves comfortable in whatever they might wear. Women are meant to be looked upon, and the fabrics may look beautiful, but provide little else. I was used to wearing silks, and now I must wear wool and velvet." But she waved a hand, dismissing the topic.

"I am sure this is of little interest to you, though you do humor me so in giving me leave to speak of it. Of what now shall we speak?"