on the platform across the rails

I saw a woman in red tights with an aquamarine jacket and a pink sweater and red sports bag à la american apparel worn like a backpack. A lot of color- but great to see on those winter days when everyone seems to be wearing shades of black.

I saw one other woman admiring her. This woman in black pants and a beige fleecy jacket and brown shoes. And a bright purple scarf tied tight around her neck and tucked inside her jacket so all that was left visible was a little band around her collar. It was largely canceled out by the blandness underneath.

Two very different comfort levels regarding color. Kind of like woman no. 2 was admiring no. 1 's courage... Thinking One day I'll be able to dress like her