It's not bad, I think, with one's tie tied this way.

What do you say ?" "It suits you like a halo," Essington assured him.

"But let me introduce you to my friend the Baron Rudolph von Blitzenberg." Lord Tulliwuddle bowed politely and took the empty chair; but it was evident that his attention could not concentrate itself upon sublunary matters till the shirt-front had been critically inspected and appreciatively praised by his host.

Indeed, it was quite clear that Essington had not exaggerated his regard for himself.

This admiration was perhaps the most pleasing feature to be noted on a brief acquaintance with his lordship.