"I'd say you have a leg up on me there," Misha said, twisting her head to get a better look at Claudia's 'do. She was, of course, referring to the terrible scarring under the special concealer on her face, but that color was pretty rad. "Nice hair. Favorite color, or just for the hell of it?"

See? She could make the best of this. As long as Claudia was cool with it, Misha had no reason to try and pussyfoot around. Distinct lack of awkwardness all around. Excellent.