[she beams at him, stepping farther into the room]
I thought I should wear my best things, even if they are perhaps a bit flashy. I've got to make a good impression, after all. And besides, it's been so long since I had an occasion to wear them that I confess I couldn't resist.
[she looks down at the front panel, smoothing it out absently]
You'll look just fine, Ciaphas. It's a very smart uniform. You know, I don't believe I ever got the chance to see you in it all pulled-together, before. During the First Siege, that is.