9 Stylish Diaper Bags To Make Parenting Look Good
Check out these cool nappy bags that will make any mum feel and look good — and dad might just enjoy toting some of these around too
By Gwyneth Goh -
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Let’s face it — babies need such a LOT of things, especially when they’re very little, and especially when they’re on the go. As much as we may want to carry on with life as usual and stuff all their essentials into our favourite handbag, regular bags just aren’t made for this. Even the largest of totes fare poorly in the face of diapers and bottles and wet wipes and tissues and burping cloths and bibs and spare clothes and diaper mats and rattles and pacifiers and… you get the picture.
The prudent thing to do is to bite the bullet and buy something made for this purpose: a diaper bag with plenty of compartments for your needs, intentionally designed to function as an aid for frazzled moms always searching for things with one arm because their crying baby is held tightly in the other. Bonus: these fashionable bags will make you happy to be looking at them, and dad might even enjoy carrying some of these.
Jujube Super Be Diaper Bag, from $59, from Pupsik Studio
A popular diaper bag brand among many savvy parents, JuJuBe offers a huge range of different styles, sizes and prints. From backpacks to totes and shoulder bags, the best part about JuJuBe bags is the incredibly lightweight water-resistant material they’re made of. This Teflon fabric protector-treated fabric is not just water-resistant, but stain-repelling and machine washable — which is really fantastic given the frequency of "accidents" babies are prone to having. Inside, the bags’ linings are further protected with Agion, an antimicrobial treatment that is resistant to odour-causing bacteria, mould, fungus and mildew.
The Super Be is a roomy tote with three exterior front pockets (two long for bottles and a short zippered one for valuables), a large exterior back pocket with snap closure, two interior mesh pockets, one zippered long interior pocket, and an extra long key clip with is useful for clipping toys or pacifiers too. It also zips up across the top which is helpful when you don’t want an overflowing diaper bag to reveal its contents in public. This bag weighs only one pound (less than 454g), measures 15"H x 18"W x 5.5"D, and holds up to 32.1 litres. Its straps have a 12-inch drop which makes it comfortable over the shoulders even when fully loaded. We like this timeless black-and-white geometric design but there are so many more prints to choose from here, you’re bound to find one you love.
Petunia Pickle Bottom Axis Backpack, $159, from Little Baby
Cutting a strong silhouette in chic monochrome, this Petunia Pickle backpack is one most dads wouldn’t mind carrying. It has an exterior insulated bottle pocket, an exterior front zipper section, a spacious top section and the clincher — a zip-around, insulated cooler bottom section which can keep breast milk cool if you pop in an ice pack (not included, obviously). What it does come with is a detachable, water-resistant, washable changing pad, and a Petunia Pickle Bottom wipes case — useful things for those messy diaper changes when you’re out and about.
Equipped with a top grab handle and wide adjustable backpack straps, this bag is easy and comfortable to carry. It also has fitted D-rings at its sides which attach easily to stroller clips or hooks. It has a water-resistant interior and wipeable glazed cotton canvas exterior, antique copper hardware and genuine leather trims. It weighs 2.2 pounds (just under 1 kg) and measures 17”H x 12”W x 6”D.
Skip Hop Swift Changing Station Messenger Diaper Bag, $90.54, from Amazon.sg
This masculine messenger bag in handsome heather grey would make a great Fathers’ Day present for any new dad. For sporty mum fans of crossbodies and messengers, this also makes a good case with its all-in-one changing station functionality. Simply unclasp, flip back the bag’s front flap, and unfold the cushioned changing pad to swiftly create a changing station for your baby or toddler, pronto!
Two side pockets grant easy access without having to open the bag, while a third large mesh pocket right underneath the bag flap allows quick access to diapers and wipes. Boasting 10 pockets in total, this bag makes organising baby’s daily essentials a breeze. Adjustable shoulder straps and stroller straps also make this lightweight piece a versatile choice. This bag weighs 766g, measures 14.5”H x 17”W x 4.25”D, and is BPA and phthalate-free.
Skip Hop Forma Diaper Backpack, $149, from Pupsik Studio
Another popular Skip Hop model, the Forma diaper backpack is a lightweight, quilted, water-repellent fabric piece that offers hands-free convenience while you’re on the go. Its spacious interior and extra wide opening make it easy to find whatever you need without having to rummage. There are two generous zippered compartments in the front for easy access, and insulated side bottle pockets to help keep bottles warm or cool.
Inside, elasticised interior pockets and a cell phone pocket help keep things neat, while a large diaper changing pad pocket can also hold tablets and laptops up to 15”. The bag comes with two packing cubes for extra storage and better organisation, as well as a changing pad and stroller straps. It weighs 1.4 pounds (or 635g), measures 14”H x 16”W x 8”D, is BPA- and phthalate-free, and packs great value for money since it comes complete with everything you need for taking baby out and about. It also comes in five colourways, including a cool black and army green that dads might enjoy wearing more.
Parker Baby Diaper Backpack, $131.97, from Amazon.sg
One more for the rugged dads or more outdoorsy mums, this Parker piece is built to weather many an adventure with you and your precious bundle of joy. Perfect for hiking, camping, travelling and sports, this bag beautifully marries function with style. Made of durable waterproof canvas with vegan leather accents, and lined with water-resistant polyester on the inside, this large diaper backpack has more than 10 pockets — including a number of insulated side pockets for keeping baby bottles or baby food warm.
It also has a large ‘mom pocket’ across the front complete with a key ring, and mesh pocket organisers for keeping those diapers within easy reach. It comes with strong stroller straps and a wipe-clean waterproof changing pad, and even has a padded laptop or tablet sleeve. With a generous capacity of 32.75 litres, weight of 2.14 pounds (just under 1kg), and measurements 16.5”H x 13.5”W x 7”D, this bag is definitely big enough to hold everything you need.
Itzy Ritzy Large Capacity Boss Backpack Diaper Bag, $201.79, from Amazon.sg
Fabulous American diaper bag brand Itzy Ritzy, with its cool biker/rocker chic aesthetics, guarantees that you can still look cool while parenting. This roomy backpack with an easy-access, full double-zippered opening makes retrieving what you need a calm affair. Available in black with gold hardware (as pictured), blush pink, heather grey and more, this bag has much more room than meets the eye.
Featuring 17 pockets in total — seven on the outside and 10 on the inside — including two insulated bottle pockets, and a felt-lined, water-resistant pocket to protect your valuables, this bag has everything you could want in the way of organisation. It also comes with a whimsical easy-wipe diaper changing pad with “head” and “toes” printed on opposing ends for better hygiene. It’s made of a polyester-polyurethane blend and lined with 100 per cent polyester, accented with a trendy vegan leather tassel. It weighs 2.5 pounds (around 1.13kg) and measures 18"H x 12.5"W x 10"D.
Itzy Ritzy Double Take Crossbody Diaper Bag, $109, from Pupsik Studio
Another Itzy Ritzy gem, this one is called the "Double Take" because that’s what your friends will do when you tell them that it’s a diaper bag. Borrowing its quilted pattern and chain strap detail from runway designer brand styles, this crossbody bag makes a strong fashion statement for those short trips to the store with your baby.
The Double Take offers two separate sections — one for mummy and one for baby — and six pockets in total for all the essentials, including an easy-access wipes pocket, as well as a coordinating easy-wipe changing pad. Its chain is both adjustable and removable, which means you can wear it as a crossbody, shoulder bag or clutch, or simply use it as a packing cube. Measuring 6.5”H x 8.5”W x 4”D, it’s available in black, blush and taupe (pictured). Crafted with vegan leather, this bag is both stunning and practical—a must-have for your mommy bag collection!
Kate Spade Chelsea Baby Bag, $365, from Zalora
For the sophisticated mum who has too much poise for drab diaper bags, the classic Kate Spade Chelsea tote is available in a baby bag satchel iteration. It looks nothing like a diaper bag, and is almost exactly the same size and appearance as the iconic Chelsea tote. Its major difference is a back slip pocket which comes with a removable changing pad, as well as the detachable satchel strap which turns it from tote to sling.
It has a wide front zip and slip pocket, two side pockets and a back zip pocket, as well as a zip closure across the top. Made of 100 per cent recycled nylon and smooth PVC, lined with 100 per cent recycled polyester, this bag is durable and stands up well against spills. It weighs 2.9 pounds, measures 12.5"H x 14"W x 6.5"D, and has a 9” handle drop. Do note: given its sleek silhouette and petite size, this bag will serve a toddler’s mummy much better than a newborn’s.
At the time of writing, this NYC designer bag is an absolute steal at Robinsons for only $278.
Jujube Wherever Ever Leather Diaper Bag, $199, from Pupsik Studio
Last but certainly not least, this classy piece boldly deviates from Jujube’s usual coloured fabric styles. Its elegant pebbled leather appeal combined with rich brush gold metal hardware makes this oversized weekender a hefty contender for your wardrobe.
Featuring a wide front flap mommy pocket with a key fob, a back zippered pocket, a zippered main compartment opening up to four open interior pockets, another zippered pocket and two elasticised side pockets, this bag has huge organisational potential. Made of vegan leather on the outside and lined with Agion-treated fabric on the inside to resist bacteria, mould, fungus and mildew, this bag also comes with a changing pad and extra adjustable strap. It can be carried as a shoulder bag on its double shoulder straps or as a sling on its longer detachable shoulder strap. It measures 12.5"H x 17"W x 7"D and weighs 2.25 pounds (just over 1kg).