The New Wave of Baby Changing Bags
June 19th, 2009 | by clare |One of the biggest maternity fashion trends has been the adoption of cool baby change bags by moms to be and new mums. The days are long gone when moms would place baby paraphenalia into whatever bag they had close at hand. Having a matching “pram bag” is also no longer popular - gorgeous baby changing bags which compete with the latest fashion bags are the key look today.
These new styles of baby changing bags hold their own in the fashion stakes yet are robust and large enough to be a practical option. When you are choosing a baby change bag you need to bear in mind that this is an investment buy which should not only see you through your baby's early days but still be around for any later additions to the family. But when you’ve finished using your bag to carry baby items, the best baby changing bag will convert effortlessly into all purpose designer bag.
When you’re picking your new baby changing bag there are several key style points you need to be aware of:
Materials - you are no longer restricted to “wipe-clean vinyl” - the new range of baby change bags include tactile fabric and bold prints. Leather is the hottest trend at the moment and a leather baby change bag will not only turn heads but age well and endure the rough and tumble of the early days.
Accessories - the new style of bags include lots of accessories to make life easier for the new mum, but which can be removed when the time for fashion bag conversion arrives! Matching travel wipe holders, changing mats and insulated holders for food or liquids are practical accessories you cannot afford to be without.
One brand which has cornered the market in style and practicality is OI OI. OIOI first became well known for their unique Hobo baby change bag which has become a classic style in its own right. Finishing up the range this season are the messenger bag (which makes a perfect bag for Dads) and the roomy carry-all. OIOI select materials carefully including patent leather, wool and microfibre. The standout addition this season though has to be the chestnut leather Hobo.This is a gorgeous baby change bag in snakeskin printed leather with chunky metal hardware and adjustable shoulder strap. Effortlessly stylish it combines the best in practical design its cool features mean it is a perfect baby change bag for stylish mamas.
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