[ Astarion is himself distracted by the many baubles and trinkets on display. Most are meant to be used for the carnival itself, and thus too garish for his day to day. Also, cheaply made by his assessment. He eyes the eager looking vampire manning the stall. He offers her a forced smile in return, letting the glittering beads in his palm fall back to the table and prepares to leave - ]
Hmmm? [ a quick once over of his dour look ] Hmmm...
[ Oh darling, you do need help. More than he's willing to give, honestly.
He looks from one hat to the over, holding his chin. ]
You're better off with the wide brim and beaded fringe - [ he snatches the cowboy hat with quick, dexterous hands and plops it on the man's head ] - there. Now, give us sultry.
[ He takes a step back, motioning at the other man with a hopeless sort of look. ]
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Hmmm? [ a quick once over of his dour look ] Hmmm...
[ Oh darling, you do need help. More than he's willing to give, honestly.
He looks from one hat to the over, holding his chin. ]
You're better off with the wide brim and beaded fringe - [ he snatches the cowboy hat with quick, dexterous hands and plops it on the man's head ] - there. Now, give us sultry.
[ He takes a step back, motioning at the other man with a hopeless sort of look. ]
Or, you know, try your best.