And her black velvet with rich lace was not at all conspicuous, but served only as a frame; she alone was noticeable – simple, natural, elegant and at the same time merry and animated.
E il vestito nero con i merletti pregiati neppure si notava; era solamente una cornice, e ne balzava fuori lei, semplice, naturale, elegante e, nello stesso tempo, gaia e viva.