[ similarly, once john turns to her and elena gets a better look at him, something in her smile transforms. it's not that it had ever escaped her notice he was gorgeous himself - she's got eyes - but it's all the more pronounced tonight. she likes the blue in his suit; she isn't even thinking about how it sort of matches her own outfit, it's more that his eyes are very blue, too. yes.

(everyone is so good-looking in this boat, it's a problem.) ]

What, this old thing?

[ her smile widens a fraction as she gives a flourished curtsy in response. it's almost playful, as she smooths down the sides of her dress. ]

I didn't even get to pick it, if I'm honest with you. I was going to use something else and the moment I stepped in ... poof. [ there it was. she straightens a bit, giving a pause of her own as she smiles over at him. ] You look really good. Too. Hi.