The sleeves were too long below the elbow, and too short above, and every time she moved an arm they hitched uncomfortably.
The neck arrangement was exceedingly unbecoming, and the skirt not well hung.

The green was of the particular shade which made her look yellow.

As she sat beside Margaret and embroidered assiduously, and very unskilfully, some daisies on a linen centre-piece, the other woman eyed her critically.
"You should not wear that shade of green, if you will excuse my saying so, dear," she remarked presently.
Annie regarded her with a charming, loving smile.

She would have excused her idol for saying anything.

"I know it is not very becoming," she agreed sweetly.
"Becoming," said Margaret a trifle viciously.