I can't answer that question unless we were told the backstory, but I can answer this one. What's the best response when your wife asks, "Honey does this dress (blouse, jeans, etc) make me look fat?"

The correct answer is this: "Not at all, honey!" while beaming. Then without missing a beat, look down at your own shirt and turn your head from side to side, asking quizzically, "By the way, does this shirt make me look bald?"