All commentary comparing NY and Seattle is strictly based on stereotypes. Although the author has blatantly reinforced ethnocentrisms, she asks you not to judge her, but to revel in the depth--nuances if you will--of her comparisons between inhabitants of each city. You might see the analogy to people everywhere--your neighbors, schoolmates, enemies and friends. Indeed, it may even reflect the contradictions in all of us.
Think of it as this: Sam Seattle, aside from being a decade behind contemporary fashion, is one of those friendly, affable people who sometimes are so nice that at times you want to shake her until marbles fall out of him. Nina New York, aside from being stunningly fashionable, is one of those loving, caring people who can be so blunt that you want to knock her out. Of course, while both are recovering from their injuries, you miss them terribly.
Ah, the dichotomy of humanity.
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