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Anya Hindmarch Oakley, Goyard Saint Louis, Pierre Hardy, YSL Downtown
Dear Bag Snob,
I have been looking for a big bag suitable to be used as a diaper bag for almost 4 years now (my oldest is almost 4 and second baby just turned 1). I am looking for something that is light (not heavy) in a spring color and big to carry all my baby items. I know you are not a fan of the Goyard bags, but they look like they could be used as handy diaper bags. I am referring to the Saint Louis bags. What do you think? Do you think they're worth what they cost?
Thank you!
Love,
Stephany
Hi Stephany,
I do not use diaper bags because there are a lot cuter options out there. The Goyard is a only good choice because it is ultra light. The medium (19" x 10.5") is $940 and the large (22" x 12") is $1065 (at Barneys NY in Beverly Hills, 310-276-4400), so the prices aren't outrageous but it is very thin leather and is just one large sack (which makes it tough for all the tiny baby things). It does not make for the most idea baby bag. I use the YSL large downtown ($1795 and comes in great spring colors as well), it is really giant so it's great for my 2 kids but in the buffalo leather, it is extremely heavy. I would never think to use it without my stroller. And I know I said I would never use an actual diaper bag, but I do like the Anya Hindmarch Oakley in canvas ($305), which is a regular bag that she converted into a diaper bag by adding a pouch with changing pad in it (I love this pouch and use it with all other bags). This is amazingly convenient with all the outer pockets and is perfect for beach, park, picnic and even fits my computer and documents! (Call the Short Hills boutique 973-379-7183 to inquire).
Since you only have one baby in diapers, a couple of smaller options would be the Pierre Hardy and the Bottega Veneta Julie. The Pierre Hardy ($1655 and is 40% off in store at Barneys) is ultra chic and light! The buttery leather is as soft as your baby's skin!! I have the messenger style with the cross body strap but this tote completely takes the baby bag look out of it. And of course like all your other practical needs, the Bottega Veneta Julie ($1880) is the way to go for ultimate function and in this robin's egg blue is perfect for summer. It slings on your shoulder comfortably so that
you have a fighting chance wrangling with your unruly toddler. All of these bags are under $2000 which is my limit because kids are messy and I would not risk my Chanel and Hermes to the torture. And while we're at it, the greatest mommy shoe of all time is the woven ballet slippers from Bottega Veneta ($570). Talk about comfort, these feel like house slippers on your feet but are super stylish so you can avoid the barefoot and pregnant stigma.
I hope this helps! We are always there for our fellow mommies!!
Love,
Bag Snob Kelly
Comments (9)
It would have been nice to see some suggestions that were slightly more attainable for the average family (or single parent) too, like maybe in the 500 - 1000 dollar range?
Posted by Kaytey | April 30, 2008 6:04:09 PM
Posted on April 30, 2008 18:04
I second Kaytey. Is there anything snob worthy at $500-1000 range?
Posted by Annie | April 30, 2008 7:42:00 PM
Posted on April 30, 2008 19:42
After going around the block with my sister issue with diaper bag, we always go back to our faithful black Prada tote, which is light weight and easy to use. It can be washed with a washing machine. I got it for her a few years ago for around $500. And recently, she purchased a Celine denim tote for around $600. It's easy to use and big. I saw it at the Duty Free at LAX for $536 in case anything is traveling recently. : )
Posted by savvy gal | April 30, 2008 9:08:25 PM
Posted on April 30, 2008 21:08
Just throwing this out there, but Sally Spicer makes cute bags for new mommies under $200. I'm not a mom and I bought one a few years ago without even realizing it was a diaper bag. The bags are light, roomy, and totally washable. At first I had doubts about the sturdiness because it was so thin and lightweight but after 2 years of carrying books and laptop mine held up just fine. http://www.sallyspicerbags.com/
Posted by jc | April 30, 2008 9:28:23 PM
Posted on April 30, 2008 21:28
arent goyard bags made out of thin canvas- not leather?
Posted by JACQUIE S | April 30, 2008 9:49:39 PM
Posted on April 30, 2008 21:49
yep goyard is actually a linen/something or other mix that does not involve leather. go in to a Goyard store and they will "educate" you all about them ;-)
Posted by lucretias | April 30, 2008 10:51:30 PM
Posted on April 30, 2008 22:51
too bad the bag snobs won't venture into the diaper bag world. I tried to avoid them, but I just love the convenience of the pockets, insulated bottle holders etc.. I own many diaper bags, here are some suggestions, all luxurious and under $500.
Cake diaper bags by Petunia Pickle Bottom (heavy though)
Storksak Elizabeth in Chalk, Blush, Tan or Charcoal
Mia Bossi Diaper Bags
Nest Whipstitch Diaper Bags
Some of these may be heavy for you, but they are all compatible with stroller clips or come with stroller clips. The Mia Bossi Bags are exceptional in quality and the canvas and leather bags are not that heavy.
Best of luck to you.
Posted by estella | May 1, 2008 1:34:50 PM
Posted on May 1, 2008 13:34
Just wanted to say I checked out those Sally Spicer bags and they're adorable! I picked up the messenger baby bag on sale in Dauphine for $91, it looks so cute. The other suggestions are great, too.
Posted by Kaytey | May 1, 2008 3:45:29 PM
Posted on May 1, 2008 15:45
I love my Not Rational Hansel diaper bag. Wonderfully soft leather, lightweight and it does not look like a diaper bag at all. It's essentially a Fab bag but with D rings and a strap so you can sling it onto a stroller if needed. It retails for just under $600. There's no organization inside (has great outside pockets) but you can use a purseket or purse to go organizer to corral the baby things. : )
Posted by Paula | May 4, 2008 9:02:47 AM
Posted on May 4, 2008 09:02