Olen and Kimberly at W 4th Street Station

I love it when couples dress sort-of alike.

Chi at W 4th Street Station

This is Chi. He had the collar of his blazer turned up and was wearing green loafers. I thoroughly approve of both of these things.

Cat at Prospect Park

In the spirit of casual Friday, I give you casual chic a la Cat, who I met on the Q train. You may recognize her sandals from my Instagram...maybe. I liked her baby pink with gray/oatmeal color scheme and the metallic detail on her sandals (it makes them fancy). 

Chic Layering on the F Train

This lovely lady layered tights under her maxi skirt. The train was too crowded for me to see the rest of her...or to even get a full body picture, had I asked. So, sneaky creeper picture. I must try this when it gets cooler though.

Sabrina at W 4th Street Station

In case you haven't noticed, the West 4th Street station is part of my daily commute. I met Sabrina on the platform on my way home. I noticed the lace on her dress from several feet down the platform. As usual, I caught her just as her train was coming into the station, so I didn't get to know her much beyond her impeccable taste in lacy dresses.

Embellished Vest on the Q Train

Walker and Chris at W 8 St/NY Aquarium

On Sunday I wanted to go to the beech, so I hopped on the F train bound for Coney Island. I spotted these nice fellas on there. They were talking about snow days (yes, I eavesdrop on the train). I followed them off a stop too early to ask for their picture. Dedicated, I know. Anyway, they were going on a date to the aquarium. This is a good idea. I must try it sometime. 

Renee at West 4th Street

I snapped this picture of Renee this morning at the West 4th Street Station. I didn't really get to talk to her, because her train came in just as I pulled out my phone (I run a high-tech operation). She makes me think of how I imagine my niece will look in a few years.

Socks and loafers? Yes, please.

Maya at West 4th Street Station

I met Maya on my way into work this morning. I was drawn in by her head wrap and perfectly worn shoes. (They remind me of my studio boots.) I think I may have interrupted a phone conversation (I'm so sorry!). What can I say? Head wraps, they get me every time.

These poor people. I must seem crazy...that or they're completely sick and tire of bloggers. Ha.

Tara at Carroll St Station

This is Tara. I saw her on the F Train heading toward Brooklyn and noticed her boots right away. She's very friendly and we quickly agreed that her boots were worn in just the right amount. She was with a guy with some very cool mutton chops (should have gotten his picture too, now that I think about it). They made the ride very enjoyable. We talked about the awesomeness of Brooklyn and they recommended some neighborhoods to visit. Nice people, these New Yorkers. It makes being away from home a lot easier.

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Stephanie on the F Train

I met Stephanie on the F Train to Manhattan this morning. I love her shirt-style denim jacket. I took this sneaky picture and a few stops later I finally got up the courage to ask to take her picture. Turns out, Stephanie is a jewelry designer, and very talented. Lookit me, meeting new people and stuff.

That's a pretty excellent iPad case too.

See Stephanie's work here.

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