"Why limit ourselves to only one or the other?" he retorts. "If we have the option for more, then there's no reason whatsoever to impose limits on fashion." That would be a travesty and Alex won't have it!

As if to prove his point, he picks up a nearby bolt of cotton jersey knit fabric for Delia to touch and ogle. "I realize this is a much lighter color, but it compliments the beautiful gold we've selected, moves and breathes wonderfully, and with your color palette? You will look stunning in it."

And, of course, they can always make more blouses from other fabrics if they're feeling adventurous...