I purchased this Lassig Vintage Metro bag in gray (which is apparently no longer available) and I love it! I looked and compared so many diaper bags and I finally settled on this one, and I'm glad that I purchased it. I'm sure that everybody's likes and dislikes are different, so I'll first list the things that I was looking for in a diaper bag;
Modern design that goes with both jeans and dress.
Not too heavy but large capacity.
Ease of cleaning.
Can use it as a regular bag if I wanted to.
Ability to store my things and baby stuff separately.
Easy one hand access to pockets for keys and wallets.
Comes with stroller hooks.
As you can tell from my 5 star rating, this bag met all of my requirements! I'll now go through these points more in details.
1) Modern design that goes with both jeans and dress.
I had such a hard time finding a not-too-casual and not-too-classy diaper bags! Most of the diaper bags out there seem to lean towards one way. I first thought about purchasing the highly rated Skip Hop Studio or Versa diaper bags, but then I learned that their fabric looks very cheap. I also wanted to stay away from JanSport backpack material, so that narrowed down the options for modern looking diaper bags significantly. I then thought about brands like Timi & Leslie and Nest, but I did not want to purchase a heavy leather/leatherette bag. Ultimately, I settled on laminated/oilcloth for its lightweight and ease of cleaning. The matt finish gives a nice classy look to the delicate white line design. I really love the look!
2) Not too heavy but large capacity.
The bag weighs 1.48kg, so it's slightly heavier than those diaper bags that are made of JanSport backpack like polyester fabric, but is much lighter than those bags made of leather/leatherette fabric. The bag is 45.5 x 23 x 25 cm; it's big enough to carry a 13" laptop and your baby stuff. I can carry so much stuff with this, yet it's not too bulky.
3) Ease of cleaning.
Outer fabric is oilcloth, so you can just wipe it off clean. Inside pockets are water repellent, so they are great for storing wet bibs and burp clothes. The changing mat and the inner fabric are antimicrobial too. I also like that the zippers for the two main compartments go down all the way, so I can easily clean the bottom of the bag.
4) Can use it as a regular bag if I wanted to.
I think many of the more affordable diaper bags ($100 or less) tend to be made for one purpose; to carry diapers and baby things. For that reason, I thought about Nest diaper bags, because their inner compartment zips off and you can use them as regular bags after your baby grows up. However, I couldn't commit spending nearly $300 on them:( Considering the price, this bag looks classy enough and some bulky compartments like bottle and jar holders come off. How cool is that?! Also, the insulated bottle holder can be used separately!
5) Ability to store my things and baby stuff separately.
There are a total of 4 big compartments and 2 front pockets, so it's very easy to keep our stuff separate. I like the design for both the organizational aspect and hygiene reasons. I'm soon uploading some pictures, so please check them out for more details!
6) Easy one hand access to pockets for keys and wallets.
The front pockets are magnetic, so even when I'm carrying my baby, I can reach for my wallet with one hand. You'll be surprised how many diaper bags out there only have zippered pockets! I mean who wants to struggle with zippered pockets when I have a crying baby in my arm and needs to get my wallet out ASAP?
7) Comes with stroller hooks.
No brainer. In addition, it comes with a shoulder strap! It's doesn't have a shoulder pad, so I don't think you want to use it long term though. I'm thinking it'll be come in handy when I have to travel by air and have to carry suitcases and strollers during the trip.
Well, now you know what I was looking for in a diaper bag and why I like this bag so much. I know that everybody looks for different features, so hopefully you'll find this review helpful in making your purchase decision!
This bag is sooooo cute! I wish I could love it, but it feels more like hauling luggage than a diaper bag :( Perfect for a long trip because it's really roomy, but not ideal for everyday use (like to the grocery store or park). It's in the closet for now, until we take the kids for a long car trip or plane ride somewhere, which is a shame because it really is adorable!
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The quality of materials and workmanship set this product way apart from all the others I looked at in my shopping process. It projects a professional aire. My only caution is be sure that you need a 21" vs an 18" or 17" model. It is really BIG, but it holds all the materials I need for my sales job in one handy good looking case.
