Help please! Every day bag for busy mom with little kids????
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Everyone has such great suggestions. DD is two and if I'm by myself I generally still do what you do, I just put my vertical Azap, cell phone, and car keys into her diaper bag.
I have the Trim II 35 as someone has mentioned already. If you carry a lot, it may be difficult to get into and out of. Also, the sides are suede so if a juice box explodes in there, it ain't going to be pretty. The Massai is even more difficult to get into and out of as the opening is tighter than on the Trim.
I adore the GPT, but with two children, can't imagine anything without a shoulder strap.
Another bag to consider is the Caravane Horizontal. It has pockets on the outside, has a zip center I believe, and also has a detachable shoulder strap. It's a bit more masculine looking, but highly functional. Here's a pic; it comes in multiple sizes.
http://forum.purseblog.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=79329&d=1160281828
There is also the new Victoria; it looks like a Plume on steroids but with handles long enough to go over the shoulder (the Plume's handles are not designed to go over the shoulder due to the wide profile). It's a bit bulky looking but it will hold a lot, will go over the shoulder and has a zip.
Here's a pic of the original Victoria; it does not have a zip, but is deep enough that it would be difficult for a pick pocket to dip into easily. see post #17 at: http://forum.purseblog.com/hermes-s...ctoria-polochon-herbag-pics-only-99965-2.html
Otherwise, I agree with Rose about the Kelly--especially if you get one in a 35cm Retourne in a hearty leather like Togo or Fjord (may be a wee bit heavy in Fjord). It will hold quite a bit. And to deter spillage, perhaps use a bag insert like the Chameleon. HTH!
ETA: I do think if you want something prettier that the Lindy in a 34cm is highly practical and just use the x-large Chameleon insert in it; it's a fabulous mommy bag and will hold a lot. I love mine, but I generally do not like having DD's items (that have liquid) in my bags for practical reasons.
I have the Trim II 35 as someone has mentioned already. If you carry a lot, it may be difficult to get into and out of. Also, the sides are suede so if a juice box explodes in there, it ain't going to be pretty. The Massai is even more difficult to get into and out of as the opening is tighter than on the Trim.
I adore the GPT, but with two children, can't imagine anything without a shoulder strap.
Another bag to consider is the Caravane Horizontal. It has pockets on the outside, has a zip center I believe, and also has a detachable shoulder strap. It's a bit more masculine looking, but highly functional. Here's a pic; it comes in multiple sizes.
http://forum.purseblog.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=79329&d=1160281828
There is also the new Victoria; it looks like a Plume on steroids but with handles long enough to go over the shoulder (the Plume's handles are not designed to go over the shoulder due to the wide profile). It's a bit bulky looking but it will hold a lot, will go over the shoulder and has a zip.
Here's a pic of the original Victoria; it does not have a zip, but is deep enough that it would be difficult for a pick pocket to dip into easily. see post #17 at: http://forum.purseblog.com/hermes-s...ctoria-polochon-herbag-pics-only-99965-2.html
Otherwise, I agree with Rose about the Kelly--especially if you get one in a 35cm Retourne in a hearty leather like Togo or Fjord (may be a wee bit heavy in Fjord). It will hold quite a bit. And to deter spillage, perhaps use a bag insert like the Chameleon. HTH!
ETA: I do think if you want something prettier that the Lindy in a 34cm is highly practical and just use the x-large Chameleon insert in it; it's a fabulous mommy bag and will hold a lot. I love mine, but I generally do not like having DD's items (that have liquid) in my bags for practical reasons.
Just doing my research 
what would be a good everyday mommy bag? Evelynne, Lindy, Jypsiere? Im open to suggestions! I'm planning to establish a relationship with a local SA and just thinking of what items I could purchase instead of just scarves or bracelets because as a young mom of two (two under two to be exact!) scarves and bracelets won't last five minutes on me, it'll probably get snagged, puked on, etc. 
thanks everyone!
what would be a good everyday mommy bag? Evelynne, Lindy, Jypsiere? Im open to suggestions! I'm planning to establish a relationship with a local SA and just thinking of what items I could purchase instead of just scarves or bracelets because as a young mom of two (two under two to be exact!) scarves and bracelets won't last five minutes on me, it'll probably get snagged, puked on, etc. thanks everyone!
If I didn't already have an Evelyne, I would have gotten a Jypsiere 28cm as my hands free "mommy" bag. It has more structure than the Evelyne, so I don't feel like my stuff is all getting jumbled around, nor does it show bulges from the contents like the Evelyne does. I also like the style of the Double Sens (I have a Coach tote that is similar in size and shape) as a diaper/mommy bag...easy access, light, holds a ton. Just use a Chameleon purse insert, or other structured purse insert, and it'll stand up and hold its shape nicely.
im in the same dilema.also need a new mommy bag from H.
i´m eyeing lindy for quite some time already,really need to know if it´s practical for running around with babies.I know that being hands free when you are with kids is very important.but i just can´t get my eyes off lindy lately.such a beautiful bag.
if not lindy,i would probably consider Jypsiere.To be honest,i didn´t like the style at beginning.but now i think i´m starting to think it might be a good choice.the crossbody way really adds more points to it than lindy.oh well,one should never say never with H,right?you won´t know what you are gonna fall in with.
Do let us know what you finally decide to go with,please.
i´m eyeing lindy for quite some time already,really need to know if it´s practical for running around with babies.I know that being hands free when you are with kids is very important.but i just can´t get my eyes off lindy lately.such a beautiful bag.
if not lindy,i would probably consider Jypsiere.To be honest,i didn´t like the style at beginning.but now i think i´m starting to think it might be a good choice.the crossbody way really adds more points to it than lindy.oh well,one should never say never with H,right?you won´t know what you are gonna fall in with.
Do let us know what you finally decide to go with,please.
I must say I've been choosing between evelyne and lindy. Evelyne for easy access and lindy because it looks a little more formal. Guess I will have to check it out in the store and try it out for myself.
Agree that it still looks stylish! That's one of the things I'm looking for! Stylish and roomy.