I saw the dark pink Boy in the boutique the other day and cannot stop thinking about. It's GORGEOUS in person especially w the gold hardware. They sold the taupe so i couldn't see it to compare the two. I would say look at ur closet and see what color clothes u wear the most and if it will match. For me i wear a lot of blacks and white so the dark pink would go w it very well. Also take a look at ur collections. Do you already have a lot of neutrals? And needs a pop of color? For me, get the one that makes ur heart sing everytime u see it. Dont get something just because its safe. I do believe the taupe will match a lot more and you can use it year round. But that depends on u as a person. Are u one to follow rules of not wearing colorful handbags in the winter. I personally think on a snow wintery day, where the weather sucks is perfect for a pop of color in ur hangbag. But that is just me. Overall get something u really like and not because its safe.