Being a new mum doesn’t always bring out the physically best. For instance, after three babies my belly looks like a cross between gelatin pudding and a hot cross bun. My hair is a constant explosion of dry and frizzy dullness (and I’m losing it as we speak) and well, now that I’m at it: my bikini line looks like a Brazilian… rain forest.
Not the best ingredients for feeling like a yummy mummy. But, help is at hand: the moment I throw my uber-glamourous, luxurious Il Tutto Layla over my shoulder I instantly convert from tired looking, un-cute mum to a cool, hip and stylish mama. Or at least I feel that way! My back automatically straightens, my hair seems to look ‘interesting’ (Tina Turner looked good too after all) and surely soon the seventies will be sexy again.
The Il Tutto baby bags are not just your ordinary baby bag. They are made from high quality Italian nappa leather and have chic patent highlights. There are many internal and external pockets for all the organisation necessary (I personally love loads of pockets in bags). It comes with the usual accessories like a waterproof changing mat, a plastic zip-pocket and an insulated bottle holder, and there are side straps so you can hang the bag on your stroller (they can also be hidden away). The complete lining can be zipped out and washed — great for those unavoidable leaking bottles and smashed bananas.
Now here’s to a baby bag that is not only beautiful but also super practical! It definitely deserves another life after the baby years. And it will: it fits my 15″ laptop perfectly…(A laptop lining is for sale separately).

xxx Esther