ChloeSS: I didn't see any authentic taupe bags ending. What was the auction #?
My vote is for black (which is what I have, hehe). I had the taupe originally but traded it in. I didn't find the color particularly versitile like most people did.
There was a authentic Taupe stam + MJ wallet on ebay last night from telstar (authentic seller). Item finished today by BIN now.. i think around 9xx Pounds?!
at first i would say the black, but the kiss lock and the chain may stand out too much. the putty seems like a nicer choice. it will blend nicer with the hardware and go with everything. good luck. post pics.