Complimenting someone is a nice thing to do.
Brian's coworker Bertha walks in to the office with a brand new hairstyle that she's visibly proud of.
Brian wants to mention Bertha's new haircut.
Brian mentions that he thinks Bertha's new hairstyle is fashionable.
Brian mentions that he thinks he likes Bertha's old hairstyle better.
Bertha is happy that someone recognized and appreciated her new hairstyle.
Bertha is embarrassed that she might've been mistaken about her new style looking good.