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Designer Diaper Bags for Fashionable Moms

By Stephanie Brown, About.com

For moms who wouldn't be caught anywhere near a bulky, primary colored diaper bag, there are alternatives -- designer diaper bags. You can find some at reasonable prices, but really -- how do you put a price on fashion? The bonus is that these stylish bags are also functional.

1. Luxe Leather by Fleurville

Fleurville Luxe LeatherPhoto © Pricegrabber
This bag is simple and sleek on the outside and functional on the inside. It's the most "purse-like" bag I've seen and it comes in black, aquamarine or pink leather. The leather is waterproofed, however, so don't worry about it getting ruined by spills or spit up. Everything that's inside (changing pad, wipes case, storage bag, insulated bottle holder) comes out so it can be used as a purse.
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2. Maria by Mia Bossi

Maria by Mia BossiPhoto © PriceGrabber
For the trendiest of all moms, Kate Spade is out and this Mia Bossi bag is in. It's made with Italian leather, polished hardware and designer canvas fabrics and comes in a variety of trendy colors from black cherry to exotic pink and when you're done using it as a diaper bag or if you're going out sans child, it makes a stylish purse.
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3. Black Stripe Lexington by Reese Li Baby

Lexington by Reese Li BabyPhoto © Pricegrabber
This is a bag for moms who want all the fashion of a small bag, but have way more stuff to tote around. While it's a big bag, glamour wasn't sacrificed a bit. And neither was space (there are 12 pockets on this bag) with enough room for everything including baby's gear and yours. Laptops fit in here without a problem. The outside is weatherproof and laminated and it has straps that fit it securely to your stroller. It also comes with a changing pad and a special pocket for dirty / wet clothes and diapers. There are several patterns available with the Lexington. Black Stripe and Earth Stripe are my personal favorites, but Marine Tadpole is great for something a bit bolder and Leaf would make a nice bag to carry for the fall season.
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4. Duo Glam in Olive by Skip Hop

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If you loved the original Duo bag, you're going to love this one even more. It's prettier yet still just as durable with the same laminated canvas and dual pocket system that keeps your cell phone and other bits away from baby's wet stuff. Also like the old Duo, it fits securely on your stroller and converts right back to a shoulder bag without a lot of fuss. It's got plenty of pockets for you and your baby and comes with a matching changing pad.
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5. Pink Chocolate by Fleurville

Fleurville Pink ChocolatePhoto © Pricegrabber
For the mom who loves delicate pink this bag is perfect. And while it may have delicate coloring, it's still tough and durable. It's got a spot for everything and a special place for dirty clothes. My favorite feature though is the non-slip grip on the strap so you won't be losing your bag everytime you bend over to pick up baby.
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6. Messenger Bag by OiOi

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This bag is perfect for the professional mom. It is classic messenger bag style with plenty of room for everything your baby needs while out and about. It's roomy enough for work items as well, in case you're heading to the coffee shop for a little work with baby in tow. OiOi makes the same basic bag but it comes in so many different fabrics, there's bound to be one to suit any mom's style. My personal favorite is the Avocado Circle print.
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7. Diaper Diva in Pink Camo by Diaper Dude

Diva Pink CamoPhoto © Pricegrabber
If you like to go urban chic, this is the bag for you. It's loaded with tons of pockets and a removable cell phone holder and changing pad included. The fabric is bright and colorful, but it's laminated so it isn't a pain to clean and stays as nice as the day you bought it.
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8. Pink Stripe Sling Tote by Fleurville

Fleurville Pink Stripe Sling TotePhoto © Pricegrabber
This bag is striped in green and pink and is as versatile as it is beautiful. It can be carried as a tote, worn as a messenger bag or attached to the stroller with included rings and clips. It's got a wipes holder and a carbiner key clip as well.
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9. Azalea Baby Bag by Amy Michelle

This bag is elegant and black. It's got room for everything your baby needs while out and about. Bonus: It's got room for everything you need as well. There are two separate compartments for baby's stuff and yours so you won't be digging through a bottomless pit of diapers and pacifiers to get to your cell phone and keys.

10. Dash by Skip Hop

Skip Hop DashPhoto © PriceGrabber
The Dash comes in a multitude of colors and is a favorite of many trendy moms. Says Celebrity Baby Blog's Danielle Friedland:
    "I really love our Skip Hop Dash for our 17 month old daughter. It holds the essentials- sippy cup, Diapees and Wipees pouch, Anya's baby doll, her Ju-Ju-Be feed bag, plus has pockets that hold my digital camera, coupon holders, a side pocket that holds a water or baby bottle, and an interior pocket that is easily accessible that is just big enough to hold my keys, wallet and Blackberry but not big enough that they can get swallowed up and buried. The bag is sporty enough that my husband willingly carries it but not too sporty that I feel like I'm carrying a gym bag. I also like the stroller strap attachment."
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What Do You Think?

Do you have one of these designer diaper bags? I'd love to hear what you think about it. Let me know the good, the bad and the ugly. Or do you know of a hip, trendy bag that should be on this list? Drop me a line and let me know.

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