Go-yen bags...check these out

[Lucia]

Just wanted to share this site...I recently got a diaper bag from them and LOVE it! These bags are made by two military wives living here in Okinawa (although one now lives in Italy). The bags (both handbags and diaperbags) are made from kimono and asian fabrics and are stunning. I get compliments on mine all of the time.There are tons of pockets and a nice magnetic clasp (not noisy velcro!).I am not really a bag person, but these bags are truly unique and gorgeous! Here is the site:
http://www.go-yenbags.com/index.htm

[tina-t]

How pretty! Can you tell me how many pockets are inside? Does it have any bottle pockets inside the bag too? Thanks.

[nfowife]

Also what are the dimensions of the bag? Doesn't say on the website.

[suzhatch1]

I love brocades!! But I certainly wish they had more info like dimensions, as well as interior photos of their bags on their websites. Although I'm sure the fabrics are rich and luxurious, just from their simple exterior photo of their messenger bag, I'm not quite sold to spend $150 on it yet.

Suz

[Lucia]

I will try to post a few photos later this weekend. The bag has 4 bottle size pockets and two larger pockets surrounding the inside which is lined with a striped fabric (so no dark hole inside). There is also a key holder clip and a smaller bag and diaper pad (although not a very padded one). The exterior has two side pockets and one large pocket along the back side. The bag is perfect for me at this stage with my daughter...we use cloth diapers and there is plenty of space for the dipes, a bottle, toys, snacks for my three year old, mom stuff and anything else I might need while out (even for a whole day).

In addition to being such a functional diaper bag, I love that I will be able to use it long after my daughter is no longer in diapers. I also have one of their hand bags and love it...beautiful fabrics and truly a unique piece of Japan. Hope this helps and I will try to post photos soon.

[mom2lukas]

i'm intrigued by their handbags! lucia, for the handbag, what are the dimensions and are there any pockets inside? pics would be fab!
thanks!
joey :)

ps. hi suz! ;)

ETA: i just heard back from Karen at go-yen. she updated her site with the dimensions of all the bags. :) and for those interested, there are no pockets in the handbag. HTH!

[suzhatch1]

Ah, good to know dimensions, that's great!

Lucia - How is the floppiness factor? Would you say it's about the same as similiar brocade type bags like a PPB or OCC?

Joey - Hi there lady! :)

Suz
(I don't know why I'm asking - I sooooo don't need another bag! LOL!)

[Lucia]

Hi Suz,
I can't really compare to another bag because I haven't seen them (PPB or OCC) in real life (we've lived overseas for quite awhile!). Where are you in the States? I think there might be a couple of places where you could see a Go-yen bag in person. I am working on trying to post photos of my bag and a friend's bag made with different fabric...but I have never posted a photo before.

[suzhatch1]

We are near Seattle, WA - I'd love to find out if there was a place near here to see these IRL.

Suz :)

[mom2lukas]

ok, i took the plunge! i just ordered the black and white kimono bag! i've been emailing with karen for the past few days, and she is just AWESOME!!! it's nice to know i am supporting a fabulous WAHM from italy! hahahaa. i'll take pics once i get it.
joey :)

[mom2lukas]

i ordered my kimono bag on tuesday and received it on wednesday! i love it! it's the perfect size to throw my wallet, cell phone, keys, and other little things when i want to leave the diaper bag in the car. it is extremely lightweight, which is nice! i love the kimono fabric! i am super happy i got it :) thanks lucia for introducing me to go-yen!!

here are some pics. i put in an eclipse package for sizing purposes. lol!



http://www.windsorpeak.com/dc/user_files/33377.jpg


http://www.windsorpeak.com/dc/user_files/33378.jpg


http://www.windsorpeak.com/dc/user_files/33379.jpg

[Lucia]

Joey,
So glad you like your bag! I love the one you got...my friend has the same bag and it is great because it goes with so many things and is great for running quick errands or doing just mommy things! I have one of the handbags with the bamboo handles which I love, but I am starting to think about getting one with the cloth straps for more everyday use.

I finally have some photos of my diaper bag that I will try to post. It is nice to see their little company starting to become known in the States...the bags are very popular here in Japan.

[Lucia]

I am having some trouble posting photos of my bag. I think the images/attachments are too big...any suggestions on how to make them work?

[mom2lukas]

lucia, if you want, you can email me the pics and i can resize them for you. i do mine in photoshop. just click on my user name and then click the link that says "send email". can't wait to see the pics!
HTH!
joey :)

[mom2lukas]

here are lucia's pics of the diaper bag :)



http://www.windsorpeak.com/dc/user_files/33373.jpg


http://www.windsorpeak.com/dc/user_files/33374.jpg


http://www.windsorpeak.com/dc/user_files/33375.jpg


http://www.windsorpeak.com/dc/user_files/33376.jpg