Proenza Schouler “Book Bag”: Rational Desire

If there were one bag out there to be deemed perfect for all my needs, this would be it. Proenza Schouler’s satchel, fresh out of their Fall 2011 line, has it all. I’m not messing around anymore: I am strictly a shoulder bag girl now. I love the function, and I require organization. This has all that in spades, as well as a ridiculous amount of style.It’s got the cool and whimscal ease of a half-hazard strap with a buckle down the middle and the convenience of a pouch under the simple flap – such a luxury, the accessible front pocket. With tailored leather and neutral hardware, varying textures and a splash of fresh color – the whole thing makes me swoon, but in a totally sensible way. It’s bags like these I actually buy, the ones packed with practicality that fits into my real life and stirs up excitement that entices my senses. So, what more could you want in a bag? Well, one that actually exists. Barneys will have a variation of this bag that’s smaller and sans the front pocket under the flap. What!?!? I need to talk to their buyer. The not-as-good version available at Barneys in September for $1,595.Pair with: I plan to wear this bag with just about everything (as soon as I can get my hands on it!), but a pair of platform hiking boots by Ala?a would radiate surprising chic. Spotty printed calf-hair and a lug sole put a whole new spin on an already perfect satchel. On Net-a-Porter for $2,220.