The narrator and his friend walk into a department store to buy some new clothes. They're not sure what to expect, but they're happy to find that the women in the store aren't looking for fancy clothes, but for everyday items. The narrator is impressed by the diversity of the women's clothing, and he thinks that they'll be able to find something to suit their needs. He's also impressed by how different the people are from one another, and by the fact that they all live in the same place.