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[ Fashion? What an interesting question. Truly, a focal point of interest at times was the way one garbed themselves. The colours and styles inspiring as he people watched to gain ideas...

And the question of summer fashion is one that he certainly had considered since arriving.

This one had a particular appreciation for traditional wear and it would be disappointing to attend summer festivals without a yukata to wear should some occur. ]

In the country I have arrived from, it is tradition to wear a garment called a lighter, summer weight kimono made of unlined cotton called a yukata to festivals. Though many simply wear more modern garb such as shorts and t-shirts as well, I suppose.

[ But they aren’t nearly as stylish for such events, in his opinion. ]

Forgive me, but what is a Kimono?

[Color him intrigued young man.]

[ Yusuke tilted his head thoughtfully, realizing he should have explained that as well, considering it seemed unlikely that they were something known of in some other worlds. ]

A kimono is a long, loose front wrapped garment tied with a sash to put it in simple terms.

[ He reached over to snag his sketchbook, flipping to a page where he had a sketch drafted of someone wearing one and holding it up to the camera to give Rhy a better idea of what he was describing. ]

Typically, they’re made from narrow bolts of cloth called a tanmono, though they have been made from other styled bolts of fabric as well over the years.

How interesting. I presume you don't have one around.

I’m afraid not. There are a great many things I would have considered trying to bring along if we had been given notice about arriving in this place. That being one of them. Instead, I arrived with just the clothes on my back and my bag, like many others I expect.

[ Clothing such as his yukata, a futon to get a proper sleep on, more art supplies… There were a great many things he had realized he was going to have to do without upon his arrival. ]

Ah, well then I should go see Raimon. It's entirely possible he can get his hands on something. The man is a wonder at finding things that shouldn't really be found. We even found a hat for my husband there.

Raimon? I have heard he was quite skilled at getting things people do not have, but wasn’t sure how true it was. He was rather in a hurry to give me that odd welcome bag and run when I arrived.

Yes, I imagine he feels like he's not making enough coins if he's helping us. But trust me, try going to his shop sometime. You'd be surprised what he can find.

I rather wondered if it was something like that. In that case, I shall visit it soon and see if he can assist me with locating some things I shall need if I’m to be in this world for long.

[ But he’s curious now about this stranger and his projects. Aside from a Yukata… Well, he was going to need more than he had for clothing too. ]

What kind of clothing do you work on aside from this newer project? I have noticed that this world seems to have a particular aesthetic.

Oh, I work at one of the seamstress shops in the markets, so we do a lot of clothing. I have been trying to introduce new things over time, things that remind me of home. Some people enjoy it. And I've been specializing in a new type of vest for men that use laces up the back rather than a strap and buckle.

I shall have to see about stopping by one day. I will undoubtedly need more than I arrived with. [ Sure, he had managed to get a spare shirt or two since arriving, but clothing to his taste would be nicer. He just needed to figure out a stable form of employment at the moment.

But that was something for him to think about later. For now, he was suddenly intrigued by this new style of vest for men. ]

Is that so? I can’t say I’ve seen one quite like that before. It must be a particularly detailed piece and complicated to put together, I imagine. I should like to see something like that?

That would be a delight. You could tell me about the clothing of your world. I do so love to learn. I'll need a lot of words to help me figure it out.

[He smiles to hear the excitement to see it.]

You should seek out the proprietor of the Hunter's Lodge. I made it for his wedding.

Then it would be my honor to tell you more about the various styles of my world that might inspire, and I’ll be rather excited to see what I can expect for options here. I may find inspiration myself for future pieces, depending on the styles and colour.

[ Ah, he knows that name. Yusuke had recently run into the man while he was sketching a scene at the market. He had hoped Rhy meant something he could get a look at around the shop himself. A pity. Perhaps Rhy would have other unique things of interest to show when he stopped by. ]

I see? If you have not made another as an example, then I shall have to ask after it if I run into him again.

If only I had drawings to further illustrate, but I shall have to keep thinking about it.

I would be glad to invite you to the shop though.

[ An interesting thought, that. ]

Is that so? Would it be helpful, perhaps, to have graphic representations of your work to refer to for specialty pieces that you are unable to have more than one made around the shop for practicality?

[ Of course, Yusuke would stop by soon. Perhaps sooner than Rhy expects, honestly. Once Yusuke got something in his head, he did tend to just… show up. ]

Yes, that would be useful. I'm no good with drawing though. I try sketches for ideas, but in the end I make notes.

I see… [ It was as he’d assumed, then. Perhaps there was something he could do to help after all. ] Perhaps I could be of assistance, then? I have spent much of my life pursuing art and bettering my abilities. Taking on different subjects and styles is important, and I could at least assist with providing art of your works that you cannot keep ready-made on hand.

You can draw fashion? Or are you suggesting that you'd help me do it? I'm intrigued.

I can draw a great many things, and as I’m unsure how long I will be here for… I have been looking for projects of variety to keep my skills sharp and continue practice.

[ He’s felt rather untethered since arriving, and he really didn’t know what to do in this place… So why not offer someone assistance? ]

If you provide me with your ideas and your work for reference, I believe I can put together graphic references for you to offer clients who are unsure of what they want or would like to see something before commissioning you.

How interesting. I think I'd like to experiment with this idea of yours young man.

[Perhaps he should summon Yusuke so the man could explore the shop and get a feel for the idea of it all.]

Come, join me and I will show you things.

It would be my pleasure to attempt such a project!

[ And the sound of pencils clinking in a tin is heard as he begins gathering a few things up. Almost belatedly, he reached for the phone and offered a polite nod and farewell before ending the call. ]

I’ll be by shortly then.

[ And true to his word, the teen was entering the shop about a half an hour or so later. He was entering the shop with his large leather satchel resting on his shoulder. Wearing his usual long-sleeved dark purple, gray and black striped top that hung long on his willowy frame and a pair of slim black pants. Eyes first roaming the shop as he entered to take in the sight, curiously looking at the colours and the way the place was arranged, before moving on to look for those working to be directed to Rhy. ]

[Rhy was not prepared for the level of excitement, but he wasn't going to turn it away, not at all. And Rhy? He was busy when the youth arrived, cutting fabric on one of the work tables so he could assist the work of others at the shop. Another hand to cut out patterns always helped.]

Welcome!

[ Hearing the familiar voice, he hurried over to the worktable that Rhy was currently working at. Looking over the fabric curiously before offering the other a smile in greeting. ]

Good afternoon, sir. The shop is quite lovely, the atmosphere and layout is quite pleasing to look upon. [ Tilting his head at the patterns Rhy was assisting with cutting out. ] I hope I’ve arrived at a good time?

I'll be sure to pass that on to the owner. And you did. I just need to finish some cutting of this pattern. Helping someone else out.

[He finishes with the scissors and sets them aside.]

I'm going to tell you one thing here and now because it's the most sacred rule here, above all others. If you ever need to cut paper here, tell us. Because you can't use fabric shears for it. Paper ruins shears for fabric.

[ A rule? He glanced to the fabric shears curiously, having never heard that himself before given he’d never had experience with this before. It would, at least, avoid him picking them up without thinking should he have misplaced something from his bag. At least Yusuke understood the necessity of taking care of a sharpened blade. ]

I see, then you have my word. I will be mindful of them. Is there somewhere I you would prefer us to set up? Somewhere that a mess might not be a detriment to the fabrics set out.

[ Because pencil shavings/graphite or erasing did tend to spread should he miss a mark and need to adjust something he put to paper as Rhy described it. ]

Normally when I'm doing such things, I just work at the main counter.

[He gestures to where the old time register is set up, a clear counterspace with two stools behind it.]

Ah, that will be perfect. Thank you.

[ If they wouldn’t potentially be in the way, then the space would do nicely. Moving over the counter, he pulled out his sketchbook and tin of pencils to set down. Absentmindedly, he flipped the tin open and reached for one in particular while he glanced around thoughtfully at the space again. ]

Do you have any projects you’ve recently completed? I should like to get a feel for the kinds of work you do. That way, I may be a little more capable of putting your designs to paper, as you may be envisioning them.

Ah!

[Rhy reaches under the counter and pulls out a vest he had finished just that day.]

A waistcoat for my husband.

[And it's patterned with roses. It's a thing for them.]

[ Yusuke leaned across the counter to get a better look at the vest, eyes lighting up at the colour and pattern of the material. ]

What a lovely pattern? If one is to wear a waistcoat, I’ve always been of the mind that it should have an eye-catching design when they’re so often paired with a solid shade.

[ He’d been eyeing one with a particularly loud geometric diamond design once, had imagined the entire ensemble he’d wear with it… But alas, even as far as his impulse buys went, it had been just a touch out of reach. ]

Does your husband like roses, then?

[ He asked, carefully looking the item over some more. Getting an idea of it’s cut and looking over the stitching. It was a nice vest, certainly, and given Rhy had spoken of vests a couple times, now it seemed like he was getting a feel for the kinds of things the man liked to design. This would actually be a very interesting project to take on, and he could feel his fingers itching to sketch already. ]

Some people seem to be of the opinion that they themselves should be a solid shade. I do not like this idea. A waist coat is an accent done with a solid colored shirt. It should be lovely. Or perhaps that opinion is shaped from the fact that I love seeing my husband in them.

[He does shake his head at the question of roses.]

No, roses are associated with my family. His wearing of them became more common when he partnered with me.

Some do look nice in solids over patterns, I suppose? But the added flare of a well-coordinated pattern is so very striking. I much prefer them myself, especially paired well. There’s an art to a well put together ensemble, and I must say you clearly have an eye for that if the design of this is anything to go by.

[ He wondered what other patterns and colours Rhy could work into something. It was hard for him to not be slightly curious. ]

I see, so it’s more of a symbol he has embraced due to your union. What a beautiful thing for two people to share beyond rings or names alone!

[ His tone was a touch dramatic, maybe… But it was a sincere dramatic. ]

Thank you. I mostly just want to see him covered in roses and rich colors. They look good with him. Though he often defaults to plaids. Lots of plaids.

[Oh this young man was a romantic, wasn't he? Rhy approved. A lot.]

You are a quite bright young man.

This is certainly a lovely way to achieve such a goal. [ He responded with a smile, lifting the vest slightly to turn and look over as he took in the way it was sewn together and visualized how it likely would fit on someone. Once satisfied he moved over to his sketch pad and lifted it to begin sketching out a light outline of the vest from several angles, and a form wearing it to give Rhy an idea of how he might design an image of the man’s work to for displaying pieces that by request only. ] Some people do have a rather set style, I find… Plaids can be quite bright and interesting to look upon when worn well, though. I’m sure he appreciates that you can expand his variety some, though.

[Oh? A compliment instead of suggesting his passionate views and tones were weird? Well, Yusuke practically preened under such things. Rhy was slipping easily into the position of ‘friend’ in his mind at that. ]

That’s kind of you to say? Thank you!

[ He responded with a polite nod, pleased smile on his lips as he tried to not get too distracted from the task at hand. It took him a short while, of course, before he was turning to pad to Rhy for the man to look over. ]

Now, I was thinking about the display of such things you make upon request. The pages could look something like this? Give them an idea of the detail work and angles of the piece, as well as an idea of how it might look on a form.

[Rhy watches with very eager eyes. This looks quite interesting, to see it on paper. Strange how he never looked for things like his back home. Usually people just brought him designs partially made. Perhaps people did things like this back home too.]

Plaids suit him well. Everything suits him well. And this? This is just very nice. To be able to put ideas on paper to explain to people, that is quite the talent. But yes, design things like this could be so useful.

Is that so? You must have a wonderful time creating things to share.

[ He commented with a pleasant smile. If anything suited this man’s husband, he supposed he must be very striking indeed. Which didn’t seem strange. Rhy was quite well featured as well, if the artist had to describe his new friend. But the compliment on the quick sketch gets a bright smile as he set the pad down. ]

I’m glad you approve! Clothing can be such an interesting challenge to draw, with how it sits and sometimes folds on a human form depending on the cut or materials. I could also offer some splashes of colour, but I believe these may be best in black and white given you have such a large variety of colours and patterns to choose from. I presume they must change over time and season.

[ So colour might out-date things rather quickly, but a nice basic view of the pieces that Rhy could make to help one decide would likely be beneficial to future commissions. ]

But I would be happy to do more for you, in that case, if you find the idea useful!

[ And it would be such an interesting project to keep him busy, it might even give him new ideas as well! ]

I do. I love to see things of beauty, and here I've learned how to create those things. I can give people those things. That's what matters to me.

[Oh the young man is very wise, knowing he can't just assume colors.]

Oh yes, styles change quite often. And so this is a wise choice. OFten cuts and other styles change too, but more in the nobility. Practical clothing will always be practical. I would love to see if it would be something you'd enjoy, consulting.

That is certainly a desire that I can understand quite well. It is a wonderful thing to be able to put beauty into the world, to see it be enjoyed and inspire those who look upon it.

[ Yusuke responded with a sincere tone, smiling at the comment. ]

I believe that it would be an interesting and thrilling project to take on. As you said, cuts and styles change, so as time passes I can expect new challenges to try to capture. [ A steady flow of possibilities for inspiration, always something new to consider and attempt to capture on paper for the shop. ] So I would be glad for the opportunity to consult. I can do outlines like this sketch based on your requests, and once I have something to your satisfaction, I can provide a cleaned up and tidier final drawing.

I would like that.

[In fact, he thinks it would be very rewarding to, well, collaborate more directly with someone else.]

I should like that. I will have to think about which I like best, that I think will be worth showing off.

Of course, I’m sure selecting the pieces you would like to showcase to your clients is quite important. Why don’t we arrange to reconvene once you’ve had a chance to consider what you’d like to start with? I can tidy this up for a start. [ He added with a small gesture to the sketch of the vest. It would give Rhy an idea of what the final product might look like as well. ] Then we can begin our collaboration and begin with those pieces you wish to focus on first.

I would appreciate that, my young Friend. Give me a few days. It will help me sort out my ideas and perhaps see if I can't get those who wear my favorite pieces to show you what they look like on someone.

Of course, take all the time you need to make your decisions. And having those with your pieces available to model would definitely be a help. I believe you already know how to reach me by the tell-phone; but if you need to find me, I can be located most frequently at the market in the afternoons if I’m people watching if I’m not working on a painting at my current residence.

[ He responded as he finally closed the sketchpad to slip things back where they belonged so he could let Rhy get to his own work and making decisions so they could move forward with the collaboration. The teen was, after all, quite excited by this new project. ]

Well, it's not like the market isn't in the neighborhood for me.

[Rhy chuckles as if this was particularly witty. It's not. This is after all a market shop.]

Good day to you, Yusuke. I'll talk to you when time calls for it.

This is true enough, it is rather convenient at that.

[ And Yusuke offered a soft laugh as well. It wasn’t like his sense of humor was a bit… odd, after all. So he could appreciate that. ]

I will look forward to hearing from you! Until then, I must be off.

[ And Yusuke tucked the bag on his shoulder, offering a polite nod in parting before leaving the store behind. Presumably to resume people watching at the market, as usual. ]

[Rhy nodded and pulled his work back out. Better to get to this and get the project furthered.]

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