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Munchkin Portable Diaper Changing Kit

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This convenient kit comes with a changing pad and comfy head rest, an expandable mesh pocket that holds four diapers, a wipes case that holds standard wipes and an outer zip pocket for parent essentials. Use the snapping strap to easily attach it to your stroller, baby carrier, purse or diaper bag.

• Compact diaper changing kit
• Expandable mesh pocket holds up to 4 large diapers
• Padded changing mat detaches for separate use
• Includes wipes case

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The 20 Best Designer Diaper Bags for Stylish Parents

From Gucci, Prada, Dior, and more brands

With all the items you need to tote around for outings (big or small), it’s essential you get a bag with ample pockets, organizational compartments, and a changing pad. When you consider the diapers, wipes, pacifiers, extra sets of clothes, teethers, toys, and milk bottles, it’s clear that you need a spacious bag or backpack that can carry it all.

Some of our favorite designers have crafted specific diaper bags with room for the above and more. “When I became a mom, I opted for waterproof pouches to hold my baby supplies and used them in a non-diaper bag tote that felt right for me,” says Bloomingdale’s fashion director (and mom of two) Marissa Galante Frank . She recommends bags fashioned from coated canvas or neoprene for a more conventional style. “[These] are great material options for a diaper bag because they can easily be wiped down.”

We heeded Galante Frank’s advice, prioritizing easy-to-clean materials and many of our beloved designers at once in our edit of the 20 best designer diaper bags ahead.

Our Favorite Designer Diaper Bags for 2024

Best Nylon Diaper Bag

Prada enamel logo plaque changing bag.

Best Messenger Diaper Bag

Gucci gg plus diaper bag.

Best Canvas Diaper Bag

Chloé cotton canvas logo changing bag.

Best Jacquard Diaper Bag

Versace barocco jacquard diaper tote bag.

Best Top-Zip Diaper Bag

Fendi ff logo diaper bag with changing pad.

Best Diaper Bag With Laptop Storage

7am enfant london diaper backpack.

Best Zip-Around Diaper Bag

Burberry check-print diaper bag with changing mat.

Best Whimsical Diaper Bag

Stella mccartney kids logo-tape changing bag.

Best Flap Diaper Bag

Emporio armani embroidered logo diaper bag.

Best Logo Diaper Bag

Dior changing bag.

The ultimate designer diaper bag, this one comes complete with a bottle holder and a fabric changing pad. Plus, it’s made of classic Prada nylon, which makes it easy to clean.

Dimensions: 11.5" H x 14" W x 7.5" D

Materials: 100% nylon

Features: Adjustable detachable shoulder strap, top zip fastening, front zip-fastening compartment, rear zip-fastening pocket, internal zip-fastening pocket, two side pouch pockets, changing mat, metal feet

This Gucci messenger style looks sleek and offers plenty of functionality, including a fold-out changing mat, with pockets and compartments all over.

Dimensions: 11" H x 17.3" W x 5.5" D

Materials: Coated canvas with leather trim

Features: Fold-out padded changing mat (25" x 13.5"), side pockets, adjustable shoulder strap with stroller snaps, adjustable shoulder strap with 21" drop, flap Velcro closure

This canvas diaper bag by Chloé features a coordinating pouch, changing mat, and removable shoulder strap for hands-free ease.

Dimensions: 13.4" H x 16.9" W x 5.9" D

Materials: Cotton and leather

Features: Double grosgrain top handles, removable shoulder strap (34.6"), magnetic top closure, stroller clips, interior and exterior pockets, removable zipper pouch and changing mat, protective feet

This jacquard changing bag boasts Old World sophistication, featuring multiple zip pockets, side pouches, and a removable changing mat—several levels of practicality to complement the decorative design.

Dimensions: 14" H x 12" W x 3.4" D

Materials: Polyester jacquard with leather trim

Features: Detachable crossbody strap, rolled top handles, zip-top closure, interior and exterior pockets, two side pockets, includes changing mat

This durable Fendi diaper bag features a terry and nylon liner with a changing pad and adjustable strap in an all-over FF logo. You can keep carrying it as a messenger bag when the baby phase ends.

Dimensions: 10" H x 14" W x 6" D

Materials: Polyester, cotton, and nylon

Features: Adjustable shoulder straps, front zip pocket, zip-around top closure, changing pad

Founded by French designer and mother of three Rebecca Campora, 7AM Enfant combines clever designs, quality materials, and a fashion-forward aesthetic that melds with your chicest designer clothing. Choose this quilted backpack for a machine-washable option that stands out from simpler neutral styles on the market. Oh, and it’s designed to hold a laptop as well.

Dimensions: 11" H x 14" W x 5" D

Materials: 100% polyester

Features: Double handles, adjustable shoulder straps, top zip closure, two exterior side pockets, exterior front zip pocket, interior laptop sleeve, two insulated bottle pockets, multiple storage compartments, two stroller attachment straps, cushioned changing pad, diaper and bottle caddy, water-repellent quilted shell fabric, lined, machine washable

It doesn’t get more iconic than Burberry’s vintage checks, even in the world of designer diaper bags. This zip-around design is an organizational win, coming with multiple slip pockets and zippered pockets and a coordinated changing pad.

Dimensions: 11.8" H x 16.9" W x 6.9" D

Materials: Nylon, polyamide, and leather

Features: Top loop handles, front zip pocket, interior zip, two interior slip closures, side slip pockets, buckle closures, changing mat

Colorful, logo-printed handles and removable pouches make this designer diaper bag as functional as it is whimsical.

Dimensions: 14.6" H x 14.6" W x 5.1" D

Features: Includes changing pad, top zip fastening, two top handles, detachable shoulder strap, internal zip-fastening pocket, internal slip pocket

Complete with a changing pad and bottle holder, this flap diaper bag with buckled snap closures will lend a minimalist, utilitarian vibe to any parent on the go.

Materials: 100% polyamide techno fabric

Features: Fold-over top with magnetic fastening, adjustable shoulder strap, side pouch pockets, internal slip pocket, matching changing mat and bottle bag

Take Dior’s changing bag everywhere your little one goes. In addition to organized interior compartments and a supportive crossbody strap, it also comes with attachments that fasten to your stroller.

Dimensions: 15" x 11" x 6.5"

Materials: Technical canvas

Features: Two-way zip closure, adjustable black nylon shoulder strap, large compartments on the front and back, small side pockets, interior pockets, stroller-fastening feature, technical canvas lining, technical canvas changing mat

Celine Large Cabas Thais

Take a page out of Galante Frank’s book by opting for this multi-compartment tote by Celine, and add in spill-resistant pouches.

Dimensions: 16" x 12" x 6"

Materials: Textile with leather trim

Features: Shoulder straps, one main compartment, small inner and exterior pockets

Balmain Logo Diaper Bag

A minimal cotton diaper bag stamped with a Balmain logo is far from expected—but guaranteed to get you noticed on the playground.

Dimensions: 10" H x 14" W x 5" D (pad 27" x 17")

Materials: Cotton with leather trim

Features: Top zip closure, adjustable shoulder strap, hand wash

Anya Hindmarch Recycled-Nylon Changing Bag

The dedicated pockets make this bag playfully designed but effortlessly sleek. From bits to bobs to changing kits to a changing mat, the labeling keeps you organized while you navigate newborn chaos. Carry it by the top handles, or attach the strap and sling it over your shoulder.

Dimensions: 15.1" H x 11.6" W x 5.5" D

Materials: Econyl regenerated nylon

Features: Twin top handles, detachable shoulder strap, four external pockets, internal changing kit and mat

Dolce & Gabbana Kids Baby Logo Changing Bag

Functional nylon, but make it utilitarian chic in this beige Dolce & Gabbana diaper bag with gleaming gold-tone hardware.

Dimensions: 11.5" H x 17.5" W x 6.5" D

Materials: Nylon with rubberized logo

Features: Internal zipped pockets, internal slot pocket, magnetic-tab fastening, adjustable shoulder strap

Missoni Chevron Diaper Bag

Missoni’s iconic zigzag pattern makes its way to the baby world in this messenger-changing bag for the vibrant color and pattern-loving parent.

Dimensions: 16" x 10" x 17.5" (handle drop)

Materials: Cotton, polyester, polyamide

Featuress: Adjustable shoulder strap, flap closure, one main compartment, two side pockets, included changing mat

Givenchy Diaper Bag

Givenchy's sleek black diaper bag is a versatile choice with sporty, unisex flair, complete with a changing pad and water bottle holder.

Dimensions: 14" H x 16" W x 7.5" D

Materials: Leather, cotton, and polyethylene

Features: Smooth leather accents, jacquard changing pad, bottle holder with 4G metal plate, cotton canvas pouch, lined, machine washable

Mina Baie Stevie Backpack

This ultra-minimal diaper bag converts from a backpack to a shoulder bag. With a built-in luggage sleeve, it’s truly an ideal style for traveling with your little one.

Dimensions: 14.5" H x 12" W x 7.5" D

Materials: Nylon with Napa leather trim

Features: Water-resistant lining, insulated bottle pocket, 13" built-in padded laptop sleeve, removable shoulder strap, luggage sleeve that dual-functions as a pocket, grab handle, five external pockets, 10 internal pockets, key leash, dust bag

Moncler Mommy Tote Bag

What’s chicer than Moncler’s signature quilting for a winter designer diaper bag that withstands the elements? Yeah, that’s a rhetorical question.

Dimensions: 11.02" H x 16.93" W x 5.91" D

Materials: 100% polyamide/nylon

Features: Front zip closure, adjustable shoulder strap, spot clean

Pehr Diaper Bag

You love Pehr for the most elegant and whimsical baby clothes and charming nursery decor. This season, the brand has finally released its first diaper bag, made from durable canvas with tons of pockets for effortless on-the-go organization.

Dimensions: 8.5" H x 3.5" W x 3.5" D

Materials: 100% organic cotton

Features: Machine washable, wipeable, lightweight

Dagne Dover Indi Diaper Backpack

Dagne Dover brought the same compartmentalized approach from its best-selling totes and backpacks to an equally functional diaper bag. Inside, you’ll find changing mat and plenty of pockets for stashing your on-the-go necessities. (Including a sleeve for a 15-inch laptop and space for most breast pumps.)

What reviewers are saying: “It’s spacious enough to fit everything I need for my two babies!! It’s the ultimate diaper bag!”

Dimensions: 13.75" H x 12.25" W x 6" D

Materials: Premium neoprene and performance air mesh recycled Repreve lining (made from recycled plastic bottles)

Features: Clips to stroller, extra zipper, mini changing mat and extra pouches, luggage sleeve, laptop carrier, shoe bag, dust bag

Gaby Keiderling is a freelance writer, working on fashion, lifestyle, travel, and sports features.

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10 of the best baby changing mats

Find the ideal baby changing mat for your little one with fun patterns, portable designs and wipe-down materials

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Babies are magical, adorable and joy-inspiring bundles, but they can also be messy, and nappy changing can often seem like an almost never-ending ritual.

Whether you're at home or out and about, a baby changing mat is one of the most essential nappy changing accessories to have in your changing bag to help the changing process go as smoothly, comfortably and cleanly as possible.

While some parents may use a blanket or towel to rest their baby on while they change, a wipe-down mat you can easily clean can be a godsend for many, especially if you're away from the house.

There are plenty of changing mat designs to choose from including simple, cheap versions, portable styles designed for travel and all out luxury options.

Best baby changing mats at a glance

• Best anti-roll changing mat: The Little Bumble Co Anti-Roll Wedge Changing Mat, £28
• Best changing mat for a classic design: Mama Shack Anti Roll Sage Spotty, £30
• Best changing mat for days out: The White Company Travel Changing Mat, £20
• Best changing mat for a stylish design: The Gilded Bird Wedge Mat, £29.99
• Best changing mat for sturdiness: Bumbo Changing Pad, £58.39
• Best disposable changing mat: Babymoov Disposable Chnaging Pads, Pack of 10 £17.36
• Best changing mat for wriggly babies: BabyDam SuperSnug Change Mat, £27.99
• Best changing mat for after swimming: Splash About Changing Mat, £12
• Best changing mat for minimalists: Shnuggle Squishy Changing Mat, £49.95
• Best changing mat for portability: Bambino Mio Baby Change Mat, £12.65

What to look for in a changing mat?

Is it the right size? – If you're planning to put your mat on a changing table or dresser, check the measurements to make sure it will fit. In general, larger mats are better as they'll grow with your baby, but for travel and days out you might want a more compact design.

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Where can you put it? – Some mats may not be suitable for use on a raised surface, so do check the product descriptions carefully.

How do you clean it? – Many mats are wipe clean and can be cleaned with a disinfectant spray or wipe. Some are machine washable: these tend to be made of fabrics similar to cloth nappies, and while they're cosier and sometimes more environmentally-friendly, do bear in mind you'll need somewhere else to change your baby while they're in the wash.

Can it be transported easily? – You'll probably want a padded changing mat (or two) for your home and a separate travel one to keep in your changing bag or pushchair basket, but if you're short on space or tight on budget, a folding travel mat can be used at home too. Look for ones that are generous in size, but flat enough to fold down.

Does it have special features? – Modern changing mats often come with design features: they may be anti-roll, or have straps to contain a wriggly baby. These additions can be useful but they'll often add to the cost, so do think whether you really need them before you splash out.

Below, we've rounded up a selection of the best changing mats we've found, including our MadeForMums Award winners, plus some pretty and practical picks for all your changing needs.

Here's our pick of the best baby changing mats for 2023

1. the little bumble co anti-roll wedge changing mat, £28, best anti-roll mat.

Machine washable: No | Size: 69cm x 45 cm x 8cm | Colours: wide variety – see online | Awards: Gold – Changing mat, MadeForMums Awards 2022

Bright, beautifully designed and lightweight, this was an all-round winner in the eyes of parent testers. Made of non-toxic PVC, it’s easy to clean and the wedge shape is designed to help stop your baby from rolling off, with an impressive quality too that would make it ideal for a baby shower gift.

Our testers especially love how simple it is to use, as well as the fact it’s British-made. Parent Lauren, who tested this with their newborn, said: “The anti-roll feature makes changing babies lot easier. It’s very padded and provides great support – an essential for newborns. And the lovely design isn’t an eyesore in baby’s bedroom.”

There are lots of different colours and styles available, and the size fits perfectly onto a changing table or cot-top changer: just be aware that anti-roll sides help, but don't completely stop a wriggly baby from rolling, so always keep one hand on your baby.

Pros: Beautiful design, lightweight, high quality, easy to use anti-roll, great padding, different colours and styles, wipe clean Cons: Not great for taking out and about

Available from: The Little Bumble Co

2. Mama Shack Anti Roll Sage Spotty, £30

Best for classic design.

Machine washable: No | Size: 70cm L x 44cm W x 8cm H | Colours: wide variety – see online | Awards: Silver – Changing mat, MadeForMums Awards 2022

Forget garish prints, this is a properly chic changing mat you’ll be happy to leave out on display. Made in the UK from non-toxic BPA-free material, the mat is spongy and soft for babies to lie on and the turned up sides help to keep your baby secure. Our parent testers were especially impressed with the padded feel and the anti-roll design. In the words of parent tester Amy, who tested this with their 8 month old: “The anti-roll design is extremely handy for my wriggly baby, and it works well either on the changing unit or on the floor.”

Our parents testers who tried these mats for us loved the comfort and quality of the products, and agreed even though it was more expensive than some mats, it was worth it. “Very stylish, not too big and bulky and more reassuring than a normal changing mat,” commented parent tester Samantha, who tested it with their 1 month old.

Pros: Great design, padded, anti-roll, comfortable, high quality, wipe clean Cons: Quite pricey

Available from: Kidly and Mama Shack

3. The White Company Travel Changing Mat, £20

Best for days out.

Machine washable: No | Size: 77 x 47 x 5cm | Colours: Natural with animal print

If you're after a compact changing mat to keep in your changing bag for days out, this one looks the part and delivers with its soft feel and wipe-clean changing surface.

While a lot of travel changing mats are made from synthetic fabrics, the 100% cotton outer of this one feels a bit more elevated: trust the White Company to make a changing mat feel a bit more glamorous!

The fabric ties that keep this closed do take a second to fasten compared to a velcro closure, so do bear this in mind if you find nappy changes a struggle. It does stay relatively compact without the ties in place if you're in a rush and just need to stuff it in your bag and go.

The size is generous but it folds up small, making it a great option if you're short on space.

Pros: Compact, beautiful design, wipe clean Cons: Fabric ties can be time consuming

Available from: The White Company

4. The Gilded Bird Wedge Mat, £30

Best for stylish design.

Machine washable: No | Size: 69cm x 44cm x 8cm | Colours: Various prints

If you want a stylish nursery, your changing mat can actually offer a really easy way to add a splash of colour or a fun print. There are a few beautiful independent brands that focus on modern, stylish mats, and The Gilded Bird is one of the best. There are lots of prints available, but we love the unisex balloon festival design but there are plenty of others to choose from.

The mat is made from extra thick, high density foam, and comes with a non-toxic PVC cover that's easy to wipe-clean. One parent commented that it's "much softer and more padded than alternatives we had looked at." The wedge mat is designed to help stop your baby rolling while you're changing them.

Pros: Colourful, lots of prints to choose from, very soft and padded, wipe clean Cons: Not great for out and about

Available from: The Gilded Bird , Amazon

5. Bumbo Changing Pad, £58.39

Best for sturdiness.

Machine washable: No | Size: 48cm x 73cm | Colours: Aqua, grey, pink, yellow | Awards: Bronze – Changing mat, MadeForMums Awards 2022

This unique changing pad by Bumbo is ergonomically designed and features high sides to prevent babies rolling away. The pad, which is made from Bumbo's trademark supportive foam, feels lovely and includes an adjustable strap to help keep your little one in place and secure. Parent tester Sarah, who tested this with their 5 month old, said, "It is soft, has a little bit of a bouncy feel and does not feel cold to touch."

We were impressed with the clever design and effectiveness of this product, and how lovely it feels for your baby. “It's Simple to use - with a clear dip in the pad for baby’s head to go in. Straps easy to adjust,” said MFM tester Harriet, while MFM tester Wandana added that the, “material is very soft and padded, very kind on little ones skin and really easy to wipe clean.”

Pros: Stops baby rolling, adjustable strap to keep baby secure, soft, easy to use, wipe clean Cons: Not as compact as others

Available from: BuggyBaby , Kidly

6. Babymoov Disposable Changing Pads - pack of 10, £17.36

Best for a disposable option.

Machine washable: No | Size: 40cm x 60cm | Colours: White/grey

You're a parent-on-the-go, and you need fast, cheap, simple, solutions. Enter the Babymoov disposable changing pads which are ideal for travel.

These leak-free, disposable mats are super-absorbent, small enough to fit in your bag and hygienic - they can be disposed of as soon as you've used them. You may find them familiar if you have dogs, as they're very similar to puppy pads, designed to help with toilet-training! Indeed, these are also useful when you're in the early days of potty training and prone to accidents.

Although they're not designed for daily use (as they're not great for the environment) they're ideal for travelling, or to pop in your hospital bag for those early changes. In a handy pack of 10, they'll see you through those times when you just need to change-and-go.

Pros: Great for travel, compact, disposable, handy for accidents Cons: Not very sustainable

Available from: Amazon

7. BabyDam SuperSnug Change Mat, £27.99

Best for wriggly babies.

Machine washable: No | Size: ‎70cm x 45cm | Colours: Grey print

With extra padded sides and a generous size, this is a great mat for keeping wriggly babies in place. It's not be the most affordable on the list, but if you can afford to splash out, you'll be buying a great quality mat that will see you right through to potty training.

The mat boasts a 4cm thick base that provides a nice cushioned base for your baby, and those anti-roll sides will make changes as simple as possible. Home tester Daniella, mum of 2, said, "“Even my toddler likes his nappy changed on it – just the same as my newborn daughter does.”

Pros: Very padded, good size, keeps baby from rolling, high quality, comfortable, wipe clean Cons: Quite expensive, not great for taking out and about

Available from: Amazon and BabyDam

8. Splash About Changing Mat, £12

Best for after swimming.

Machine washable: No | Size: 38cm x 63cm | Colours: Shark Orange, Navy and Red, Navy and Turquoise, Pink and Pink Blossom

Let's face it, changing babies for, and after, their swim can be challenging, especially if you can't find somewhere suitable to lay them down. You may find that the space you have is very limited if your pool only has one or two baby changing cubicles, or if you're at an outdoor pool or beach. That's where this super-comfy splash mat comes in.

Made from anti-bacterial neoprene, the Splash About Changing Mat retains heat (always a good idea for a post-swim change) and is non-slip. It dries quickly, and rolls up small to pack alongside your towels and change of clothes.

You simply wipe it down and roll up after use, ready for next time. Velcro tabs keep everything secure.

Pros: Anti-bacterial, retains heat, non-slip, dries quickly compact, wipe clean Cons: Not the most attractive looking

9. Shnuggle Squishy Changing Mat, £49.95

Best for minimalists.

Machine washable: No | Size: 70 x 46 x 10 cm | Colours: Grey | Awards: Silver – Changing mat, MadeForMums Awards 2022

This is not the cheapest (or lightest) around, but our users mostly felt the superior materials justified the price tag, with a lovely simple modern mat. Parent tester Natasha said: Doesn’t stain, and slightly tilted at the top, so makes nappy changes easier, but baby doesn’t slide down or roll away,”

A key feature is the surface doesn’t get too chilly, preventing those sudden tears of shock when onesies and nappies come off. Parent tester Karen said: “An amazing mat that feels great quality and isn’t cold to the touch. My baby loved it and felt safe. It would probably last up to 2 years: worth the expense.”

Pros: High quality, minimalistic design, doesn't stain, wipe clean Cons: Quite big and not compact, more expensive options

Available from: Mamas & Papas , John Lewis and Amazon

10. Bambino Mio baby change mat, £12.65

Best for portability.

Machine washable: Yes | Size: 60cm x 43cm | Colours: lots of fun unisex prints

Made using the same technology as Bambino Mio's award-winning reusable nappies, this folding changing mat can be slipped in your changing bag for days out, but it's so cute you'll probably want to use it at home too. Home tester Fola said, "I took it with me to the hospital when I gave birth and it was perfect as I was expected to change my daughter in her cot with nothing below it. It was easy to fold and unfold, and since we’ve been home I use it for night time changes."

Although this is not a wipeable mat, it is machine washable and can even go in the tumble drier. It's made with absorbent padding for little accidents and a quilted design that feels soft on your baby's skin. If you've got a baby who can't stand the plastic feel of wipeable mats, this could be perfect for you. The only problem? Given it comes in a whole host of pretty prints to match the nappies, you'll find it hard to resist buying more than one.

Pros: Machine washable, portable, soft, lots of designs to choose from Cons: Can't wipe clean

Available from: Amazon , Bambino Mio

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20 Best Designer Diaper Bags That’ll Make You Feel Like a Celebrity

By Brigitt Earley

Swapping out your maternity wardrobe accessories with the best designer diaper bags will set you apart at any school function, kids’ party, daycare, or parenting class. Today’s moms aren’t subjected to the oversized tentlike dresses and chevron-printed diaper bags of the ’90s and 2000s. There are a ton of designers launching baby-changing bags so stylish even celebrities reach for them. Take the teddy-bear-studded Moschino spotted on Khloé Kardashian or the quilted Marc Jacobs Diaper Bag rocked by Hilary Duff, for example.

These designer diaper bags—from brands like Fendi, Prada, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton—don’t just make you look like a haute mom, either. High-quality baby bags are ripe with space for all the necessities a new parent needs: diapers, wipes, pacifiers, some extra newborn clothes , and more. Some even have little luxuries like an insulated pocket to keep a bottle of milk chilled and a dedicated spot for Mom or Dad’s must-haves (keys, wallet, phone) for easier accessibility.

Modern baby-changing bags come in all shapes and sizes to suit your preferences too. Opt for a convenient diaper bag backpack to keep your hands free, a cross-body that’s roomy enough to double as a weekender, or even a large leather tote or purse that can be used as a diaper bag.

Our top picks:

• Best Backpack: Coach Baby Backpack , $495
• Best Leather Bag: Storksak Alyssa Leather Diaper Bag Backpack , $240
• Best Tote: Louis Vuitton Neverfull MM , $2,030
• Best Large Size: Tartine et Chocolat Toile de Jouy Changing Bag and Mat , $199
• Most Stylish: Storksak Kaia Leather Convertible Diaper Bag , $350
• Best Celebrity-Loved: Prada Re-Nylon Baby Bag , $2,250

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Gucci GG Plus Diaper Bag

It’s all, well, “Gucci” with this stylish diaper bag on your side. The roomy cross-body in the brand’s signature print has been spotted on celebrities like Halle Berry. It has plenty of room for all your daily essentials as well as the Pampers, wipes, washcloths, and extra clothes. Inside you’ll find three smaller organizational pockets and a large main compartment; the exterior features two convenient side pockets that snap shut. The bag comes with the chicest changing pad you ever did see—yep, it’s adorned with that signature print too.

Materials: Leather

Dimensions: 17.3 x 11 x 5.5 in.

Pros: Multiple interior and exterior pockets, stroller straps

Cons: Expensive; doesn’t zipper shut.

Prada Re-Nylon Baby Bag

Kourtney Kardashian was spotted with this nylon tote years ago…will she reach for it again? TBD, but we can’t recommend it enough. The logo diaper bag features a spacious interior complete with a number of organizational pockets, as well as two large zippered exterior pockets and two cinched side pockets. Like all great diaper bags, it comes with a matching fold-out changing pad tucked inside. If you're eco-conscious, the entire bag is made from recycled, purified plastic trash collected in the ocean.

Materials: Nylon

Dimensions: 12.2 x 14.1 x 7 in.

Pros: Made from recycled materials; easy to wipe clean

Cons: Expensive

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Moncler Mommy Tote Bag

Saks Fifth Avenue

If this diaper bag in Moncler’s signature quilting doesn’t scream “cool mom,” we don’t know what does. Of course, it’s not all about the wow factor. This baby bag is plenty functional—it’s equipped with a red (oh, that red!) interior, convenient side pockets, adjustable shoulder strap, and a matching changing pad. A front snap closure keeps all the goods nice and secure.

Materials: Nylon, leather, polyester

Dimensions: 17 x 6 x 11.25 in.

Pros: Lightweight, easy to carry

Cons: Not as large as other options

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Tartine et Chocolat Toile de Jouy Changing Bag and Mat

For those who want to lean into an adorable floral print, this diaper bag in a beautiful pink toile is a worthy choice. It’s roomier than most—more like a weekender than your average diaper bag—so you can tote it wherever your travels take you. Inside are several compartments and elastic pockets, plus an amply sized changing mat. But one of the best parts about this bag? It’s cotton and has a removable bottom for easy cleaning—just pop the whole thing in the washing machine.

Materials: Cotton

Dimensions: 16.9 x 11.8 x 6.3 in.

Pros: Easy to wash; doubles as a weekender bag.

Cons: May be too bulky for everyday use.

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Pehr Diaper Bag

Another designer option at a more affordable price point, this striped bag is made of a durable yet lightweight cotton canvas that you can pack to the brim with stuff. There are plenty of pockets and compartments inside to keep things in order, and a small exterior pocket for the things you need quick access to like your keys, wallet, or little one's favorite toy. When the bag needs a refresh, send it for a spin in the washing machine.

Materials: Organic cotton

Dimensions: 8.5 x 3.5 x 3.5 in.

Pros: Machine-washable, lightweight

Cons: Doesn’t come with a changing mat.

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Dagne Dover 365 Neoprene Medium Indi Diaper Backpack

Dagne Dover

This isn’t just a cute diaper bag; it’s exceptionally practical, thanks to the easy-to-wipe-clean neoprene coat. It’s packed with so many pockets, including insulated bottle pockets and front pockets for easy access to baby wipes. One Dagne Dover reviewer says: “The interior pockets are easy to organize and I feel like everything finally has a place, compared to our old diaper bag. The zippers open nicely one handed, and I love all the little extras that come with it.” Those extras include a matching changing pad and a pacifier clip. It’s comfortable to carry—even when fully packed—since the straps are padded. Also nice: The backpack diaper bag comes in 11 vibrant colors.

Materials: Neoprene and mesh

Dimensions: 11.75 x 6.5 x 12.75 in.

Pros: Easy to clean; minimalist design, variety of colors

Cons: Material makes the bag slightly heavy.

Burberry Watson Diaper Backpack

Neiman Marcus

Bergdorf Goodman

It may be Burberry, but this backpack-style diaper bag is a highly useful pick. For starters, it keeps your hands free to go about your business—browse a store, make your way through the TSA checkpoint, carry other bags or, most important, your baby. It had a drawstring closure and a magnetic-snap flap, and there are four interior elasticized wall pockets as well as a fold-up changing pad. Adding to the functionality, it has a variety of exterior drawstring pockets for items you need easy access to while on the go. And just as crucial, real parents say this bag is super easy to wipe clean.

Materials: Fabric, leather

Dimensions: 16 x 11 x 8 in.

Pros: Multiple interior and exterior pockets, changing pad; easy to wipe clean

Cons: No top zipper

Chloe Leather Changing Pad

This bag may look like your average tote (well, your average designer tote, that is), but it’s specifically designed with parents and their babes in mind. It has a roomy interior and a side pocket for smaller items, and it comes with a changing mat and a matching pouch for essentials like wipes or pacifiers. It even has stroller clips so you can bring it along for a (hands-free) ride.

Materials: Cotton canvas, leather

Dimensions: 56.3 x 6 x 13.4 in.

Pros: Changing pad, stroller clips, matching pouch

Cons: Canvas is heavier than some other materials.

Dolce & Gabbana Leopard-Print Diaper Bag With Changing Mat

This quilted pick looks like a sophisticated tote any maximalist fashionista would carry, but it has all the features a new mom or dad would want in a diaper bag. It has a changing mat and plenty of organizational pockets—interior zip and slip, as well as exterior—to make all of baby’s must-haves readily accessible at a moment’s notice. Carry it with the top handles or clip on the cross-body strap and sling it over your shoulder.

Materials: Polyester, calf leather

Dimensions: 42.5 x 16 x 33.5 in.

Pros: Stylish; plenty of pockets, changing pad

Fendi Monogram Diaper Bag With Changing Pad

Adorned with the familiar Fendi F, this designer diaper bag is for parents who love a monogrammed bag but don’t want to sacrifice the conveniences of a traditional diaper bag. The messenger bag features two top zip closures, side pockets, and an exterior dual zip pocket. Bonus: The bag comes with a complementary changing pad.

Materials: Nylon, polyester, leather

Dimensions: 18 x 7 x 13 in.

Pros: Two ways to carry it

Cons: Most expensive on this list

Jack Spade Waxwear Dad Diaper Bag

For the dads of the bunch, this more rugged diaper bag features a durable water-resistant material in a cool camo print. Inside the messenger, there’s a changing mat, thermal baby bottle pockets, a pacifier pocket, and additional organizational pockets for whatever else he needs to get through the day.

Materials: Waxed cotton, leather

Dimensions: 11.5 x 16 x 5 in.

Pros: Water-resistant; plenty of pockets

Cons: Comes in only one print.

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Béis The Diaper Bag

As far as designer bags go, this one by Béis comes at a price tag that’s a little bit easier to swallow. But you won’t want for anything extra—the interior is well organized with a wide main compartment, an interior wall pocket, an insulated drawstring pocket for bottles, and even a padded laptop sleeve. It also boasts a removable pacifier pouch, an odor-proof bag for oopsies, and a changing pad with a slip pocket. On the outside there are handy slip and zip pockets as well as a trolley sleeve so you can slip the whole thing over a carry-on while at the airport. It also just doesn't look like a diaper bag; here's what one Béis reviewer said, “As a busy mom on the go, and business woman I feel like I can do both and still look stylish and professional, while maintaining realistic practical functionality that is necessary for babies on the go.”

Materials: Nylon, polyurethane / Dimensions: 17 x 13 x 4.5 in.

Pros: More affordable; trolley sleeve, lots of pockets; can be used as travel bag.

Cons: Some reviewers say it’s heavy.

Storksak Alyssa Leather Diaper Bag Backpack

For parents of multiple kids, reviewers say this backpack style is hard to beat. It has tons of pockets both inside and out and comes with an insulated bottle bag and a changing pad. You’ll have no trouble stashing stuff for the kids, in addition to a few things for yourself. There’s even a front slot that’s perfect for a phone. And it’s pretty to boot.

Materials: Leather, nylon

Dimensions: 15 x 13 x 7 in.

Pros: Insulated bottle bag, stroller straps

Cons: Spot-clean only

Storksak Kaia Leather Convertible Diaper Bag

Nobody would ever suspect this stylish leather bag was actually a diaper bag. But technically it is, and as such, it’s designed with many of the same great features you’d expect in the best baby-changing bags: plenty of organizational pockets, a machine-washable padded changing mat, and detachable stroller clips.

Materials: Leather / Dimensions: 14 x 14 x 6 in.

Pros: Super stylish; changing mat, stroller clips

Cons: Smaller than your average diaper bag

Bonpoint Exclusive Sweetie Liberty Print Changing Bag

It doesn’t scream “diaper bag,” but it does come in a nice floral print that’s just right for all of your baby gear. Also, the cotton tote has plenty of space in its roomy interior, comes with a matching changing pad, and has long canvas handles that make the daily schlep a little less cumbersome.

Dimensions: Not listed

Pros: Very roomy; adorable print

Cons: Doesn’t have a ton of organizational pockets.

Coach Baby Backpack

If you’re looking for something that looks more like your fave accessory and less like a diaper bag you're forced to lug around, this is it. Coach’s iteration of the diaper-bag backpack has a silhouette you’d never peg for something as utilitarian as it is, yet it boasts must-haves like multifunction zippered pockets, a removable zippered pouch, a changing pad, and stroller straps. “It has a lot of space for bottles, diapers, formula,” said one Coach reviewer . “I definitely recommend it.”

Dimensions: 13½ x 15¼ x 5½ in.

Pros: Tons of add-ons and pockets; backpack style

Cons: Smaller than some other options

Caraa Baby Bag

This luxury diaper-bag backpack has plenty of unique features that help justify the cost—like a removable diaper caddy, tech compartments, and a luggage sleeve. Of course, there are also a variety of zippered pockets, including an insulated bottle holder for milk bottle or snacks. “It is so easy to find any product or diapers you stored in the backpack,” says one Maisonette reviewer . It’s pretty sleek-looking too.

Materials: Nylon, vegan leather

Dimensions: 13 x 12.75 x 5.75 in.

Pros: Machine-washable, waterproof; tons of pockets

Cons: A bit bulky

Louis Vuitton Neverfull MM

Louis Vuitton

Is it a diaper bag? No, but it’s definitely a tote that can be used as such—and tons of moms reach for the designer pick for this very purpose. It lacks interior storage compartments, but it can fit as much as Mary Poppins’s bag. Pro tip: You can always buy a cheap organizer on Amazon to help grant you that dedicated storage you crave. It may be an investment piece, but it’s a highly versatile pick you’ll use for years and years—well beyond the diapering stage.

Materials: Canvas, leather

Dimensions: 12.6 x 11.4 x 6.7 in.

Pros: Stylish, very roomy, versatile

Cons: Expensive; lacks dedicated storage and extras like a changing pad.

7AM Enfant London Diaper Bag

Bloomingdales

This classic, easy-breezy pick isn’t just fashionable; it's also conveniently water-repellant and machine-washable (score!). The zippered main compartment has two insulated bottle pockets and multiple storage compartments for all of baby’s essentials, plus a laptop compartment for you; outside, three extra pockets for things you want to be able to grab in a flash, like wipes or pacifiers. Did we mention it comes with a cushioned changing pad, a diaper and bottle caddy, and two stroller attachment straps? Bonus: The added straps can be hooked on a stroller.

Materials: Polyester

Dimensions: 14 x 5 x 11 in.

Pros: Water-repellant, machine-washable; changing pad, lots of interior and exterior pockets

Cons: A bit bulky when full

Versace Barocco Diaper Bag

Fans of Versace will recognize the classic Barocco print from a mile away. And while that may draw them in, the practicality will seal the deal. The roomy interior offers enough space for an overnight, while a variety of pockets add to organizational possibilities. Of course, it does also come with a changing pad.

Materials: Fabric, synthetic, leather

Pros: Changing pad, roomy interior

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In Transit: Notes from the Underground

Jun 06 2018.

Spend some time in one of Moscow’s finest museums.

Subterranean commuting might not be anyone’s idea of a good time, but even in a city packing the war-games treasures and priceless bejeweled eggs of the Kremlin Armoury and the colossal Soviet pavilions of the VDNKh , the Metro holds up as one of Moscow’s finest museums. Just avoid rush hour.

The Metro is stunning and provides an unrivaled insight into the city’s psyche, past and present, but it also happens to be the best way to get around. Moscow has Uber, and the Russian version called Yandex Taxi , but also some nasty traffic. Metro trains come around every 90 seconds or so, at a more than 99 percent on-time rate. It’s also reasonably priced, with a single ride at 55 cents (and cheaper in bulk). From history to tickets to rules — official and not — here’s what you need to know to get started.

A Brief Introduction Buying Tickets Know Before You Go (Down) Rules An Easy Tour

A Brief Introduction

Moscow’s Metro was a long time coming. Plans for rapid transit to relieve the city’s beleaguered tram system date back to the Imperial era, but a couple of wars and a revolution held up its development. Stalin revived it as part of his grand plan to modernize the Soviet Union in the 1920s and 30s. The first lines and tunnels were constructed with help from engineers from the London Underground, although Stalin’s secret police decided that they had learned too much about Moscow’s layout and had them arrested on espionage charges and deported.

The beauty of its stations (if not its trains) is well-documented, and certainly no accident. In its illustrious first phases and particularly after the Second World War, the greatest architects of Soviet era were recruited to create gleaming temples celebrating the Revolution, the USSR, and the war triumph. No two stations are exactly alike, and each of the classic showpieces has a theme. There are world-famous shrines to Futurist architecture, a celebration of electricity, tributes to individuals and regions of the former Soviet Union. Each marble slab, mosaic tile, or light fixture was placed with intent, all in service to a station’s aesthetic; each element, f rom the smallest brass ear of corn to a large blood-spattered sword on a World War II mural, is an essential part of the whole.

The Metro is a monument to the Soviet propaganda project it was intended to be when it opened in 1935 with the slogan “Building a Palace for the People”. It brought the grand interiors of Imperial Russia to ordinary Muscovites, celebrated the Soviet Union’s past achievements while promising its citizens a bright Soviet future, and of course, it was a show-piece for the world to witness the might and sophistication of life in the Soviet Union.

It may be a museum, but it’s no relic. U p to nine million people use it daily, more than the London Underground and New York Subway combined. (Along with, at one time, about 20 stray dogs that learned to commute on the Metro.)

In its 80+ year history, the Metro has expanded in phases and fits and starts, in step with the fortunes of Moscow and Russia. Now, partly in preparation for the World Cup 2018, it’s also modernizing. New trains allow passengers to walk the entire length of the train without having to change carriages. The system is becoming more visitor-friendly. (There are helpful stickers on the floor marking out the best selfie spots .) But there’s a price to modernity: it’s phasing out one of its beloved institutions, the escalator attendants. Often they are middle-aged or elderly women—“ escalator grandmas ” in news accounts—who have held the post for decades, sitting in their tiny kiosks, scolding commuters for bad escalator etiquette or even bad posture, or telling jokes . They are slated to be replaced, when at all, by members of the escalator maintenance staff.

For all its achievements, the Metro lags behind Moscow’s above-ground growth, as Russia’s capital sprawls ever outwards, generating some of the world’s worst traffic jams . But since 2011, the Metro has been in the middle of an ambitious and long-overdue enlargement; 60 new stations are opening by 2020. If all goes to plan, the 2011-2020 period will have brought 125 miles of new tracks and over 100 new stations — a 40 percent increase — the fastest and largest expansion phase in any period in the Metro’s history.

Facts: 14 lines Opening hours: 5 a.m-1 a.m. Rush hour(s): 8-10 a.m, 4-8 p.m. Single ride: 55₽ (about 85 cents) Wi-Fi network-wide

Buying Tickets

• Ticket machines have a button to switch to English.
• You can buy specific numbers of rides: 1, 2, 5, 11, 20, or 60. Hold up fingers to show how many rides you want to buy.
• There is also a 90-minute ticket , which gets you 1 trip on the metro plus an unlimited number of transfers on other transport (bus, tram, etc) within 90 minutes.
• Or, you can buy day tickets with unlimited rides: one day (218₽/ US$4), three days (415₽/US$7) or seven days (830₽/US$15). Check the rates here to stay up-to-date.
• If you’re going to be using the Metro regularly over a few days, it’s worth getting a Troika card , a contactless, refillable card you can use on all public transport. Using the Metro is cheaper with one of these: a single ride is 36₽, not 55₽. Buy them and refill them in the Metro stations, and they’re valid for 5 years, so you can keep it for next time. Or, if you have a lot of cash left on it when you leave, you can get it refunded at the Metro Service Centers at Ulitsa 1905 Goda, 25 or at Staraya Basmannaya 20, Building 1.
• You can also buy silicone bracelets and keychains with built-in transport chips that you can use as a Troika card. (A Moscow Metro Fitbit!) So far, you can only get these at the Pushkinskaya metro station Live Helpdesk and souvenir shops in the Mayakovskaya and Trubnaya metro stations. The fare is the same as for the Troika card.
• You can also use Apple Pay and Samsung Pay.

Rules, spoken and unspoken

No smoking, no drinking, no filming, no littering. Photography is allowed, although it used to be banned.

Stand to the right on the escalator. Break this rule and you risk the wrath of the legendary escalator attendants. (No shenanigans on the escalators in general.)

Get out of the way. Find an empty corner to hide in when you get off a train and need to stare at your phone. Watch out getting out of the train in general; when your train doors open, people tend to appear from nowhere or from behind ornate marble columns, walking full-speed.

Always offer your seat to elderly ladies (what are you, a monster?).

An Easy Tour

This is no Metro Marathon ( 199 stations in 20 hours ). It’s an easy tour, taking in most—though not all—of the notable stations, the bulk of it going clockwise along the Circle line, with a couple of short detours. These stations are within minutes of one another, and the whole tour should take about 1-2 hours.

Start at Mayakovskaya Metro station , at the corner of Tverskaya and Garden Ring,  Triumfalnaya Square, Moskva, Russia, 125047.

1. Mayakovskaya.  Named for Russian Futurist Movement poet Vladimir Mayakovsky and an attempt to bring to life the future he imagined in his poems. (The Futurist Movement, natch, was all about a rejecting the past and celebrating all things speed, industry, modern machines, youth, modernity.) The result: an Art Deco masterpiece that won the National Grand Prix for architecture at the New York World’s Fair in 1939. It’s all smooth, rounded shine and light, and gentle arches supported by columns of dark pink marble and stainless aircraft steel. Each of its 34 ceiling niches has a mosaic. During World War II, the station was used as an air-raid shelter and, at one point, a bunker for Stalin. He gave a subdued but rousing speech here in Nov. 6, 1941 as the Nazis bombed the city above.

Take the 3/Green line one station to:

2. Belorusskaya. Opened in 1952, named after the connected Belarussky Rail Terminal, which runs trains between Moscow and Belarus. This is a light marble affair with a white, cake-like ceiling, lined with Belorussian patterns and 12 Florentine ceiling mosaics depicting life in Belarussia when it was built.

Transfer onto the 1/Brown line. Then, one stop (clockwise) t o:

3. Novoslobodskaya.  This station was designed around the stained-glass panels, which were made in Latvia, because Alexey Dushkin, the Soviet starchitect who dreamed it up (and also designed Mayakovskaya station) couldn’t find the glass and craft locally. The stained glass is the same used for Riga’s Cathedral, and the panels feature plants, flowers, members of the Soviet intelligentsia (musician, artist, architect) and geometric shapes.

Go two stops east on the 1/Circle line to:

4. Komsomolskaya. Named after the Komsomol, or the Young Communist League, this might just be peak Stalin Metro style. Underneath the hub for three regional railways, it was intended to be a grand gateway to Moscow and is today its busiest station. It has chandeliers; a yellow ceiling with Baroque embellishments; and in the main hall, a colossal red star overlaid on golden, shimmering tiles. Designer Alexey Shchusev designed it as an homage to the speech Stalin gave at Red Square on Nov. 7, 1941, in which he invoked Russia’s illustrious military leaders as a pep talk to Soviet soldiers through the first catastrophic year of the war.   The station’s eight large mosaics are of the leaders referenced in the speech, such as Alexander Nevsky, a 13th-century prince and military commander who bested German and Swedish invading armies.

One more stop clockwise to Kurskaya station,  and change onto the 3/Blue  line, and go one stop to:

5. Baumanskaya.   Opened in 1944. Named for the Bolshevik Revolutionary Nikolai Bauman , whose monument and namesake district are aboveground here. Though he seemed like a nasty piece of work (he apparently once publicly mocked a woman he had impregnated, who later hung herself), he became a Revolutionary martyr when he was killed in 1905 in a skirmish with a monarchist, who hit him on the head with part of a steel pipe. The station is in Art Deco style with atmospherically dim lighting, and a series of bronze sculptures of soldiers and homefront heroes during the War. At one end, there is a large mosaic portrait of Lenin.

Stay on that train direction one more east to:

6. Elektrozavodskaya. As you may have guessed from the name, this station is the Metro’s tribute to all thing electrical, built in 1944 and named after a nearby lightbulb factory. It has marble bas-relief sculptures of important figures in electrical engineering, and others illustrating the Soviet Union’s war-time struggles at home. The ceiling’s recurring rows of circular lamps give the station’s main tunnel a comforting glow, and a pleasing visual effect.

Double back two stops to Kurskaya station , and change back to the 1/Circle line. Sit tight for six stations to:

7. Kiyevskaya. This was the last station on the Circle line to be built, in 1954, completed under Nikita Khrushchev’ s guidance, as a tribute to his homeland, Ukraine. Its three large station halls feature images celebrating Ukraine’s contributions to the Soviet Union and Russo-Ukrainian unity, depicting musicians, textile-working, soldiers, farmers. (One hall has frescoes, one mosaics, and the third murals.) Shortly after it was completed, Khrushchev condemned the architectural excesses and unnecessary luxury of the Stalin era, which ushered in an epoch of more austere Metro stations. According to the legend at least, he timed the policy in part to ensure no Metro station built after could outshine Kiyevskaya.

Change to the 3/Blue line and go one stop west.

8. Park Pobedy. This is the deepest station on the Metro, with one of the world’s longest escalators, at 413 feet. If you stand still, the escalator ride to the surface takes about three minutes .) Opened in 2003 at Victory Park, the station celebrates two of Russia’s great military victories. Each end has a mural by Georgian artist Zurab Tsereteli, who also designed the “ Good Defeats Evil ” statue at the UN headquarters in New York. One mural depicts the Russian generals’ victory over the French in 1812 and the other, the German surrender of 1945. The latter is particularly striking; equal parts dramatic, triumphant, and gruesome. To the side, Red Army soldiers trample Nazi flags, and if you look closely there’s some blood spatter among the detail. Still, the biggest impressions here are the marble shine of the chessboard floor pattern and the pleasingly geometric effect if you view from one end to the other.

Keep going one more stop west to:

9. Slavyansky Bulvar.  One of the Metro’s youngest stations, it opened in 2008. With far higher ceilings than many other stations—which tend to have covered central tunnels on the platforms—it has an “open-air” feel (or as close to it as you can get, one hundred feet under). It’s an homage to French architect Hector Guimard, he of the Art Nouveau entrances for the Paris M é tro, and that’s precisely what this looks like: A Moscow homage to the Paris M é tro, with an additional forest theme. A Cyrillic twist on Guimard’s Metro-style lettering over the benches, furnished with t rees and branch motifs, including creeping vines as towering lamp-posts.

Stay on the 3/Blue line and double back four stations to:

10. Arbatskaya. Its first iteration, Arbatskaya-Smolenskaya station, was damaged by German bombs in 1941. It was rebuilt in 1953, and designed to double as a bomb shelter in the event of nuclear war, although unusually for stations built in the post-war phase, this one doesn’t have a war theme. It may also be one of the system’s most elegant: Baroque, but toned down a little, with red marble floors and white ceilings with gilded bronze c handeliers.

Jump back on the 3/Blue line  in the same direction and take it one more stop:

11. Ploshchad Revolyutsii (Revolution Square). Opened in 1938, and serving Red Square and the Kremlin . Its renowned central hall has marble columns flanked by 76 bronze statues of Soviet heroes: soldiers, students, farmers, athletes, writers, parents. Some of these statues’ appendages have a yellow sheen from decades of Moscow’s commuters rubbing them for good luck. Among the most popular for a superstitious walk-by rub: the snout of a frontier guard’s dog, a soldier’s gun (where the touch of millions of human hands have tapered the gun barrel into a fine, pointy blade), a baby’s foot, and a woman’s knee. (A brass rooster also sports the telltale gold sheen, though I am told that rubbing the rooster is thought to bring bad luck. )

Now take the escalator up, and get some fresh air.

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21 Things to Know Before You Go to Moscow

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The Comprehensive Guide to Moscow Nightlife

• Posted on April 14, 2018 July 26, 2018
• by Kings of Russia
• 8 minute read

Moscow’s nightlife scene is thriving, and arguably one of the best the world has to offer – top-notch Russian women, coupled with a never-ending list of venues, Moscow has a little bit of something for everyone’s taste. Moscow nightlife is not for the faint of heart – and if you’re coming, you better be ready to go Friday and Saturday night into the early morning.

This comprehensive guide to Moscow nightlife will run you through the nuts and bolts of all you need to know about Moscow’s nightclubs and give you a solid blueprint to operate with during your time in Moscow.

What you need to know before hitting Moscow nightclubs

Prices in moscow nightlife.

Before you head out and start gaming all the sexy Moscow girls , we have to talk money first. Bring plenty because in Moscow you can never bring a big enough bankroll. Remember, you’re the man so making a fuzz of not paying a drink here or there will not go down well.

Luckily most Moscow clubs don’t do cover fees. Some electro clubs will charge 15-20$, depending on their lineup. There’s the odd club with a minimum spend of 20-30$, which you’ll drop on drinks easily. By and large, you can scope out the venues for free, which is a big plus.

Bottle service is a great deal in Moscow. At top-tier clubs, it starts at 1,000$. That’ll go a long way with premium vodka at 250$, especially if you have three or four guys chipping in. Not to mention that it’s a massive status boost for getting girls, especially at high-end clubs.

Without bottle service, you should estimate a budget of 100-150$ per night. That is if you drink a lot and hit the top clubs with the hottest girls. Scale down for less alcohol and more basic places.

Dress code & Face control

Door policy in Moscow is called “face control” and it’s always the guy behind the two gorillas that gives the green light if you’re in or out.

In Moscow nightlife there’s only one rule when it comes to dress codes:

You can never be underdressed.

People dress A LOT sharper than, say, in the US and that goes for both sexes. For high-end clubs, you definitely want to roll with a sharp blazer and a pocket square, not to mention dress shoes in tip-top condition. Those are the minimum requirements to level the playing field vis a vis with other sharply dressed guys that have a lot more money than you do. Unless you plan to hit explicit electro or underground clubs, which have their own dress code, you are always on the money with that style.

Getting in a Moscow club isn’t as hard as it seems: dress sharp, speak English at the door and look like you’re in the mood to spend all that money that you supposedly have (even if you don’t). That will open almost any door in Moscow’s nightlife for you.

Types of Moscow Nightclubs

In Moscow there are four types of clubs with the accompanying female clientele:

High-end clubs:

These are often crossovers between restaurants and clubs with lots of tables and very little space to dance. Heavy accent on bottle service most of the time but you can work the room from the bar as well. The hottest and most expensive girls in Moscow go there. Bring deep pockets and lots of self-confidence and you have a shot at swooping them.

Regular Mid-level clubs:

They probably resemble more what you’re used to in a nightclub: big dancefloors, stages and more space to roam around. Bottle service will make you stand out more but you can also do well without. You can find all types of girls but most will be in the 6-8 range. Your targets should always be the girls drinking and ideally in pairs. It’s impossible not to swoop if your game is at least half-decent.

Basic clubs/dive bars:

Usually spots with very cheap booze and lax face control. If you’re dressed too sharp and speak no Russian, you might attract the wrong type of attention so be vigilant. If you know the local scene you can swoop 6s and 7s almost at will. Usually students and girls from the suburbs.

Electro/underground clubs:

Home of the hipsters and creatives. Parties there don’t mean meeting girls and getting drunk but doing pills and spacing out to the music. Lots of attractive hipster girls if that is your niche. That is its own scene with a different dress code as well.

What time to go out in Moscow

Moscow nightlife starts late. Don’t show up at bars and preparty spots before 11pm because you’ll feel fairly alone. Peak time is between 1am and 3am. That is also the time of Moscow nightlife’s biggest nuisance: concerts by artists you won’t know and who only distract your girls from drinking and being gamed. From 4am to 6am the regular clubs are emptying out but plenty of people, women included, still hit up one of the many afterparty clubs. Those last till well past 10am.

As far as days go: Fridays and Saturdays are peak days. Thursday is an OK day, all other days are fairly weak and you have to know the right venues.

The Ultimate Moscow Nightclub List

Short disclaimer: I didn’t add basic and electro clubs since you’re coming for the girls, not for the music. This list will give you more options than you’ll be able to handle on a weekend.

Preparty – start here at 11PM

Classic restaurant club with lots of tables and a smallish bar and dancefloor. Come here between 11pm and 12am when the concert is over and they start with the actual party. Even early in the night tons of sexy women here, who lean slightly older (25 and up).

The second floor of the Ugolek restaurant is an extra bar with dim lights and house music tunes. Very small and cozy with a slight hipster vibe but generally draws plenty of attractive women too. A bit slower vibe than Valenok.

Very cool, spread-out venue that has a modern library theme. Not always full with people but when it is, it’s brimming with top-tier women. Slow vibe here and better for grabbing contacts and moving on.

High-end: err on the side of being too early rather than too late because of face control.

Secret Room

Probably the top venue at the moment in Moscow . Very small but wildly popular club, which is crammed with tables but always packed. They do parties on Thursdays and Sundays as well. This club has a hip-hop/high-end theme, meaning most girls are gold diggers, IG models, and tattooed hip hop chicks. Very unfavorable logistics because there is almost no room no move inside the club but the party vibe makes it worth it. Strict face control.

Close to Secret Room and with a much more favorable and spacious three-part layout. This place attracts very hot women but also lots of ball busters and fakes that will leave you blue-balled. Come early because after 4am it starts getting empty fast. Electronic music.

A slightly kitsch restaurant club that plays Russian pop and is full of gold diggers, semi-pros, and men from the Caucasus republics. Thursday is the strongest night but that dynamic might be changing since Secret Room opened its doors. You can swoop here but it will be a struggle.

Mid-level: your sweet spot in terms of ease and attractiveness of girls for an average budget.

Started going downwards in 2018 due to lax face control and this might get even worse with the World Cup. In terms of layout one of the best Moscow nightclubs because it’s very big and bottle service gives you a good edge here. Still attracts lots of cute girls with loose morals but plenty of provincial girls (and guys) as well. Swooping is fairly easy here.

I haven’t been at this place in over a year, ever since it started becoming ground zero for drunken teenagers. Similar clientele to Icon but less chic, younger and drunker. Decent mainstream music that attracts plenty of tourists. Girls are easy here as well.

Sort of a Coyote Ugly (the real one in Moscow sucks) with party music and lots of drunken people licking each others’ faces. Very entertaining with the right amount of alcohol and very easy to pull in there. Don’t think about staying sober in here, you’ll hate it.

Artel Bessonitsa/Shakti Terrace

Electronic music club that is sort of a high-end place with an underground clientele and located between the teenager clubs Icon and Gipsy. Very good music but a bit all over the place with their vibe and their branding. You can swoop almost any type of girl here from high-heeled beauty to coked-up hipsters, provided they’re not too sober.

Afterparty: if by 5AM  you haven’t pulled, it’s time to move here.

Best afterparty spot in terms of trying to get girls. Pretty much no one is sober in there and savage gorilla game goes a long way. Lots of very hot and slutty-looking girls but it can be hard to tell apart who is looking for dick and who is just on drugs but not interested. If by 9-10am you haven’t pulled, it is probably better to surrender.

The hipster alternative for afterparties, where even more drugs are in play. Plenty of attractive girls there but you have to know how to work this type of club. A nicer atmosphere and better music but if you’re desperate to pull, you’ll probably go to Miks.

Weekday jokers: if you’re on the hunt for some sexy Russian girls during the week, here are two tips to make your life easier.

Chesterfield

Ladies night on Wednesdays means this place gets pretty packed with smashed teenagers and 6s and 7s. Don’t pull out the three-piece suit in here because it’s a “simpler” crowd. Definitely your best shot on Wednesdays.

If you haven’t pulled at Chesterfield, you can throw a Hail Mary and hit up Garage’s Black Music Wednesdays. Fills up really late but there are some cute Black Music groupies in here. Very small club. Thursday through Saturday they do afterparties and you have an excellent shot and swooping girls that are probably high.

Shishas Sferum

This is pretty much your only shot on Mondays and Tuesdays because they offer free or almost free drinks for women. A fairly low-class club where you should watch your drinks. As always the case in Moscow, there will be cute girls here on any day of the week but it’s nowhere near as good as on the weekend.

In a nutshell, that is all you need to know about where to meet Moscow girls in nightlife. There are tons of options, and it all depends on what best fits your style, based on the type of girls that you’re looking for.

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