I see. That would likely apply, then.

[He doesn't mind the joke, not on the surface. He's well aware that he's behind many times, and well aware that having a constructive attitude about it is the only way to press on.

Besides, the clothes could be worse. At least he can find nice jewel tones.]

I'm afraid I wouldn't know, but you're absolutely correct. Now is the time to try.

[Something rakish like Moran, or something comfortable like Fred... Those are far out of his usual wheelhouse and about as far afield as his mind goes. Still, he'll pull a few choice items to try on.]

Then again, would anyone blame me for staying safely to what I know works?