The diaper bag has come a long way since its humble beginnings as a pastel-hued sack adorned with smiling teddy bears. These stylish and serviceable totes are the antithesis of their forebears.
LeSportsac Liz Baby Bag
This sophisticated (and roomy) black patent-finish nylon bag proves that you don’t have to compromise on style to accommodate your new “accessory.”
LeSportsac Liz Baby Bag; available at www.shopbop.com; US $180
Skip Hop Duo Deluxe Diaper Bag
There’s a reason Skip Hop bags are on most of the shoulders and strollers at your mommy group – they’re that good. This one’s 30 per cent bigger and comes in the same gorgeous colours and prints.
Skip Hop Duo Deluxe Diaper Bag; available at www.gingerbreadmonkeys.com; $60
SoYoung Mother Diaper Bag
A shallow bottom, contrasting interior colour, see-through pockets (lots of ’em) and a flap to hold your baby carrier are just some of the magnificent features of these mama-engineered bags.
SoYoung Mother Diaper Bag; available at www.soyoungmother.com; $125
Diaper Dude – Good Luck Bag
This high-functioning faux-suede messenger-style bag works for hipster moms and dads.
Diaper Dude – Good Luck Bag; available at www.babybling.ca; $160
Petunia Pickle Bottom Cross Town Clutch
You wouldn’t know it to look at it, but this gorgeous little clutch has a fold-out changing pad and a handy little pocket for wipes and a couple of diapers. Perfect for dashing out to pick up.
Petunia Pickle Bottom Cross Town Clutch; available at www.funkymonkeybaby.com; $94
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