Onthego as mom bag?

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#1
hi everyone! :)
I’m looking for a new mom bag and I’m attracted by the onthego mm .. do you think it could be a good choice?
is it worth the price?
Now I’m using the neverfull mm but I’d like to change and buy a new one .. which other bags do you suggest?
Thank you !!
 
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The OTG bag is wonderful, but also a way more structured bag than the Neverfull - so there may be some weight to it. I heard that the GM size in particular can be heavy depending on what you fill it with (plus an organizer if you use those). Naturally the MM is lighter.

I am 5'2 and on the petite side so I felt that the GM version was just like a billboard on me, so I opted for the MM size which was perfect. I'd say try on the bag and see if you like the feel of it.
 
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The NF is the best mom bag (and travel bag) for a reason. It's light weight, less expensive so better for spills or a little rough handling, and user friendly. I had the OTG and sold it b/c it's heavy and bulky. The only other bag I'd use for a mom bag is a Longchamp.
 
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patty_o said:
The OTG bag is wonderful, but also a way more structured bag than the Neverfull - so there may be some weight to it. I heard that the GM size in particular can be heavy depending on what you fill it with (plus an organizer if you use those). Naturally the MM is lighter.

I am 5'2 and on the petite side so I felt that the GM version was just like a billboard on me, so I opted for the MM size which was perfect. I'd say try on the bag and see if you like the feel of it.
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I'm 5' 2" as well. I love the On The Go so much that I have two of them - some of the first ones released in GM. I can't really say it's a heavy bag, but I'm used to carrying big bags. It does have the long strap, so that's convenient.
 
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I would not use the OTG as a mom bag because it’s somewhat heavy when filled, very structured, and does not have a lot of give when it comes to mom situations, like carrying a kid and a lot of stuff, squeezing in and out of cars, or stuffing the bag into a stroller. I suppose if your kids are older and you’ve moved past these stages, it might work out better as a bag to carry the extra kid stuff.

I use the All-In and I find it’s the perfect mom bag. Its size and structure is similar to the Neverfull but the straps are wider and therefore more comfortable, and it has a zipper top so when the bag topples over, everything inside does come falling out with it. I’m able to throw a bunch of stuff in there and there’s always room for more.

I also use the older Montsouris GM backpack on outings with the kids. It leaves me completely hands free and I don’t feel like I’m weighed down by a bag on one side of the body.

And lastly, the Speedy Bandouliere 35 is another great option. The bag also fits a lot, and the strap is great to use as a shoulder or cross body bag.

Good luck deciding. Ultimately if you don’t get another bag, you still have the Neverfull, which is a great mom bag already.
 
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I have no opinion on mom baginess of it, I'm just here to say I saw my first OTG in Empriente on the arm of a women shopping at Costco yesterday and was gobsmacked! Flipping beautiful bag. I mean, georg! Noir empriente, GHW, stunning. Swoon!

I wanted to say something, but I was in the checkout line and I didn't want to yell at her. (Well, I actually *did* want to, but I have a teensy bit more self-awareness than to do that).

I will say that the Speedy B 30 or larger is a super option. DE if you want to avoid the vachetta. Not what you were asking about, but since someone else brought it up, I want to second the motion.
 
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patty_o said:
The OTG bag is wonderful, but also a way more structured bag than the Neverfull - so there may be some weight to it. I heard that the GM size in particular can be heavy depending on what you fill it with (plus an organizer if you use those). Naturally the MM is lighter.

I am 5'2 and on the petite side so I felt that the GM version was just like a billboard on me, so I opted for the MM size which was perfect. I'd say try on the bag and see if you like the feel of it.
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Agreed..I would say Im the same size and the GM looked ridiculous on me but the MM was perfect. As for a mom bag I love the option of the short and long handles..
 
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Has anyone used one instead of a neverfull? I don’t carry much as I leave a diaper bag in the car but like the opening to just toss something in. Just over neverfulls
 
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littleboss said:
hi everyone! :smile:
I’m looking for a new mom bag and I’m attracted by the onthego mm .. do you think it could be a good choice?
is it worth the price?
Now I’m using the neverfull mm but I’d like to change and buy a new one .. which other bags do you suggest?
Thank you !!
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This is an old post but wanted to see what you decided to go with as I’m also looking at the onthego mm in noir
 
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