For some moms, diaper bags are the Holy Grail of baby gear. Get more use out of your bag by investing in designer diaper bags that will last for years — and that you’ll want to wear long after your kids are grown.
“Once your baby is born, you’ll want to save your favorite sleek handbag for non-kid outings and find a stain-proof, ergonomic, multipocket carryall bag that you can take with you everywhere. However, that doesn’t mean that your diaper bag has to be babyish or frumpy,” says Monica Banks, the founder of Gugu Guru, a personalized baby registry website. “There are so many brands that offer chic diaper bags that you could actually feel good about wearing out to cocktails, too!”
Another alternative? Buy a handbag you love and convert it into a designer diaper bag that you can use for much longer than the baby years. “If you want to have a designer diaper bag, buy an organizer that holds diapers and wipes and put it inside a designer bag you already own,” shares Anna Lane, the creator of Misadventures in Motherhood. “You use a diaper bag for such a short amount of time that it seems silly to spend so much money on a bag that you’re not going to use as a regular purse in the future.”
Check out these 19 stylish picks for every personality:
- Babymoov City Bag
Available in both black and tan, the Babymoov City Bag is new this year and perfect if you don’t want a diaper bag that looks like a diaper bag.
- Petunia Pickle Bottom Altogether Tote
Petunia Pickle Bottom is known for their sassy prints, and their Altogether Tote even comes with a diaper changing kit for on-the-go messes.
- Burberry House Check Baby Changing Tote Bag
In that classic plaid print that everyone knows and loves, you’ll be one stylish mama carrying Burberry’s House Check bag.
- LeSportsac Ryan Baby Bag
A super sporty, cool version of a designer diaper bag, the LeSportsac Ryan bag come in fun prints and is made with easy-to-clean nylon for bottle spills and baby food messes.
- Stella McCartney Faux-Leather Trim Diaper Bag
Super simple and super chic, Stella McCartney’s diaper bag is a classic that you’ll be able to use from your first baby until your last.
- Tory Burch Lonnie Canvas Baby Bag
Besides being the ultimate in designer diaper bags, the Tory Burch Lonnie bag gets extra points for also having an optional crossbody strap for those busy mom days.
- Timi & Leslie Charlie Diaper Bag
The Timi & Leslie Charlie bag comes with so many accessories, including a little leather zippered pouch, that you’ll hardly know what to do with it all.
- Storksak Catherine Leather Diaper Bag
Available in a few gorgeous colors, the Storksak Catherine bag is made of soft leather. You’ll use it for far more than just diapers.
- Skip Hop Duet 2-in-1 Diaper Tote
One of the newest diaper bags from this beloved brand, the Skip Hop Duet tote bags are super chic and stylish, with plenty of room for your baby gear.
- Armani Junior Double Strap Nylon Diaper Bag
From a designer that is next to none for style, this Armani Junior diaper bag is simple, with details that are made for moms.
- Jamah Nanny Diaper Bag
Celebrities are known to carry this Jamah bag, which has a ton of pockets and a removable leather flower that you can attach to the front.
- Ju-Ju-Be B.F.F. Diaper Bag
This brand has some of the hottest diaper bag designs on the market right now, with some of the coolest designs — the B.F.F. bag is no exception.
- Coach Taxi Baby Bag Tote
Nobody does a purse like Coach. Their Taxi bag comes in their signature leathers, but in fun, on-trend colors.
- Rebecca Minkoff Bowie Baby Bag
A diaper bag that has a bit of an edge to it, this one from Rebecca Minkoff delivers on style, function and chic handbag details.
- Kate Spade Grove Court Nylon Sasha Baby Bag
If you’re already a Kate Spade fan, you’re going to love the way she does her Grove Court Sasha bag.
- Matt & Nat Raylan Vegan Leather Diaper Bag
For moms who want a gorgeous diaper bag, but without choosing leather, this vegan Matt & Nat version is the perfect choice for luxury.
- PacaPod Firenza Diaper Bag
The PacaPod Firenza bag is an innovative diaper bag that gives you different “pods” for feeding and diapering, to keep them separate when you’re out of the house.
- Honest Carryall Satchel
From celebrity mom Jessica Alba’s brand, The Honest Company’s bag is made of completely toxin-free materials.
- Marc by Marc Jacobs Pretty Nylon Eliz-A-Baby Diaper Bag
Take your favorite purse up a level with Marc Jacob’s Eliz-A-Baby bag that features an easily adjustable shoulder strap.
Now that you’ve envisioned the designer diaper bag of your dreams, what should you put in it? Check out The Ultimate Diaper Bag Checklist for more info.
A mom of three who has indulged in a designer diaper bag a time or two over the years, Katie Kavulla lives in the Pacific Northwest and writes about mom style on her blog, bellingFAM.
