Ralph Lauren 'The Point' Messenger

If I learned one thing from the Spring 2010 collections, it's the fact that military madness isn't going anywhere. There were enough epaulet's, badges, and puke green jackets on the runway to inspire even an anti-war activist to enlist. The trendiest of all designers, Balmain, had an entire militia on the catwalk, including this crocodile leather jacket that caused quite a stir in the blogosphere, mostly due to it's outrageous $70,000 price tag. I love the look! As a child, I used to take my parents' old military uniforms and incorporate them into my wardrobe. I distinctly remember pairing my Mom's camouflage jacket with cowboy boots and a fire engine red Coach messenger bag. Yes, I was quite the eccentric. Now that I'm older, I prefer a more subtle approach to style, especially when it comes to trends. That's why I can't get enough of this Ralph Lauren 'The Point' Military Messenger. The army inspired color palette and minimal canvas detailing are certainly influenced by the military, but not so much so that you can't continue to wear this bag for seasons to come. The hand-selected python skin and Italian craftsmanship epitomize Ralph Lauren's simple, chic, and luxurious design aesthetic. Purchase directly from Ralph Lauren for $3295.