say it goes with everything. it looks great on other people but i feel like a goof carrying a gold metallic bag. i think red is very versatile and like everyone is saying can go with anything. plus it is a bold color which makes it different from black, brown, or white. many choosing a topic shouldnt be taken lightly: in the short term, your topic will determine who you choose to work with as your advisor, the remaining members of your thesis committee, and the amount of research you will need to do before you begin writing. 