Diaper bag alternative

kmrort · June 2013

So my husband put a limit on my for the cost of my diaper bag. I really don't like a lot of what's out there, but of course I seem to love the really expensive bags. What are others doing? Anyone attempt to buy a nicer tote and use that? I am the type of girl who uses a very small, almost clutch purse. I don't need much and I don't carry much with me.

Habs2Hart · June 2013

I registered for the more expensive one I liked and hope I get it, but I think to be well organized, it's worth it. It's a major accessory that is part of your day to day. I would approach the idea in a little while again. What was the spending cap he gave you? Maybe someone can help you find something in your price range.

Ash1103 · June 2013

I got the bumble collections Jessica messenger and backpack bag in evening bloom. I registered for it at target but its sold elsewhere mine is 79,

IrishPiratess · June 2013

I registered for the Innsbruck O3 diaper bag on amazon.

I figure it can be used as a regular back pack after its done being a diaper bag, has the detachable cooler bag, and has stroller straps.

https://www.amazon.com/O3-Innsbruck-Diaper-Backpack-Detachable/dp/B00BHC9H9A/ref=br_it_dp_o_S_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=VU4DT75O8BB0&coliid=I3VJONK8I5LNNB

Naydals423 · June 2013

I got the Kate Spade Denise when they had their super sale (they have a few a year if you keep your eye out) I think I got it for $150ish. I love it. I can't wait to pack it.

A friend uses the Kate Spade Bon Shopper and says it works great! its almost always on sale and has cute patterns/colors

There are two baby bags on sale on their website right now too: I like that they have stroller straps

Nukke · June 2013

I was eyeballing this bad boy here:

https://www.amazon.com/timi-leslie-Rachel-Diaper-Caramel/dp/B008R5260M

but ultimately just ended up getting a tote I like better. I've already got a much nicer small wet/dry bag and change mat than those that come with the bag above. The only thing I don't have is a bottle insulator (I'll get one at a later time).

Here's the tote I got:

https://www.modcloth.com/shop/totes-backpacks/mushroom-of-ones-own-tote

It's much cuter, imo, is basically the same size, and is really really well made.

ETA: making links clicky

kmrort · June 2013

First thank you for the suggestions.

I was looking to go no higher than 200 for a diaper bag. He thinks that's ridiculous, but he's a man. Some of the ones I really like are over 300. I hate wasting money, but I don't see how settling for something that costs 50 that I don't like is doing us any favors.

docco11 · June 2013

I am going to use this MK bag. https://www.michaelkors.com/p/MICHAEL-Michael-Kors-MICHAEL-Michael-Kors-Medium-Jet-Set-Multifunction-Saffiano-Travel-Tote-TOTES/prod21150002_cat8519_cat8501_/?index=4&isEditorial=false&cmCat=cat000000cat8501cat8519

I got it for 25% off at Macy's and it was a little over $200. I also plan on getting a diaper clutch to put in there.

vulpini · June 2013

I got the JJ Cole Satchel with the 30% code they have now. Came to $56 after shipping

olga1311 · June 2013

I am actually in the camp that thinks diaper bags over 50 bucks are a waste of money lol. I plan in carrying my regular purse everywhere and just stick the diaper bag in the underneath the stroller storage and only pull it out when I need something from there. My hospital gives free diaper bags which has some compartments and changing pad and that's what I plan on using.

Skalbrecht · June 2013

I have a cute skip hop one, that even my husband said doesn't look too girly, more like a college kid shoulder bag.

Also got a 31 professional looking tote for the more dressy occasions.

NNGnome · June 2013

I had a skip hop one for a long time, which was OK, and looked a bit like a purse, but it did give me back pain:

https://www.skiphop.com/product/versa.html

Now I use a regular backpack (I actually just "borrowed" one of DHs laptop bags), and I love it, it is so much easier to deal with a toddler when your bag is not in the way, I wish I had done it sooner, I have a small bag that I just transfer my purse and keys into if I am going out without DS.

I got my skip hop bag on Kajiji for $50, I could not imagine spending more than that on a diaper bag, they get so messy I can think of much nicer things to spend my money on.

atcwag · June 2013

I registered for the Skip Hop Duo @ Amazon - it's $58.

We got the Fisher Price messenger bag for DH - I found it @ Marshall's for $25.

seaheather24 · June 2013

serena and lily had some great ones but they are all sold out now. There are some totes on here I am considereing. Petunia Pickle Bottom Diaper Bags & Diaper Totes | Pottery Barn Kids

I have a Kate Spade Classic diaper bag but dont love it and would like something new. I will probobly consign that one.

JocelynB0911 · June 2013

anastasiacarmen:
What is the limit? nbsp;I got a nice 400 Coach bag at the outlet for only 100. nbsp;Could you maybe try an outlet store?

I have a white coach patent leather bag. It's nice since my kids have spilled juice/ milk on the outside and I was able to do a quick wipe down.

njjewel · June 2013

I don't like ANY of the diaper bags I have seen!!... I have been searching Hi and Low...

This is what I came up with:

I was going to go the Michael Kors route, but not alot of his bags have outside pockets, which I like for my keys, and water.

Don't forget about Ebay and Poshmark for designer bags too!!! I don't mind using a well kept used designer bag if it's going to save me hundreds.

I came across a nice looking Steve Madden Diaper bag on Poshmark, but it was sold, and I have not been able to find it any wear online.

Then I was at Marshals the other day, and was looking at the Michael Kors Bags When I saw a Big Buddha Tote, as I kept looking I kept picking these Buddha bags up, I have never herd of before. They are big, most have some kinda of outside pocket, and inside pockets and dividers, and they are STYLISH!! I inserted an amazon link, but you can also find them on ebay. I plan on buying a couple different colors and styles and getting one of those purse organizing inserts, and throwing my personal stuff in a clutch.

For the registry I had my boyfriend pick one out that he will use. That way if I get a bright pink tote, he will still have something to grab for when I'm not around, that isn't to girly.

https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=bl_sr_apparel?_encoding=UTF8&field-brandtextbin=BIG BUDDHA&node=1036592

Habs2Hart · June 2013

And that Timi and Leslie just joined my registry in place of my other one. Thanks Nukke. I

that bag. A friend of mine has a larger Timi and Leslie and LOVES it.

jeapplegate · June 2013

I personally didn't feel the need to spend a lot on a diaper bag. We are with M pretty 50/50 so we share one and bought accordingly. It was a columbia for $30-40. The only thing I don't like about it is the flap closure. On the other hand I would be pissed about being given a "limit" on what I could spend. I think how much you spend on a diaper bag is very personal and varies depending on life style and where you live. Just make sure that what you get fits those things.

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