mean and green

Somehow, inexplicably, counter to every fashion impulse I've ever had before, I covet this green leather tote bag. It's look-at-me loud and seemingly difficult to pull off. It comes across as a one-season wonder. It's green! But then check out how it takes this basic all-black outfit and makes it cooler, better, distinctly of-the-moment. Imagine this bag with head to toe denim, or a white maxi dress, or even a camel coat. I'm convinced: it's fantastic. It's Balenciaga, of course, and I may just have to get one.