Rainy, if you like the dreamcarriers, go and check out the Beetlebums store on Ozebaby. Actually, I just checked, she's not got anything listed at the moment, but check out her gallery or her website. Oz WAHM made carriers (MTs, or half or full buckle SSCs), the quality and workmanship is just superb. I have a custom made by Mel and it is just the bomb.

The close carriers do look good, but without having tried them, I would be interested to know how supportive they are for an older bub or toddler. I believe they are made from a stretch fabric similar to that of the HAB? Stretch fabric wraps are generally found to be unsupportive for older babies and toddlers, although you do have an Ergo, which is a great toddler carrier. Myself, I would be looking at either a good quality woven wrap or a longer bodied MT with a structured waist (or a Kozy, which, although it doesn't have a structured waist, is a very supportive carrier). Something that will be a good 'investment' carrier and suitable for carrying an older bub for longer periods.

Or, if you want a really 'quick' carrier specifically for the quick up and down trips, but one that may not necessarily be as supportive or versatile, then a ring sling, pouch, or dedicated hip-carrier could be an option. I can't see your sig - remind me how old your bub is again? For a younger bub with lesser head control (eg: under 5 months), a ring sling or pouch could be a better option, or for an older bub, a dedicated hip carrier will be less versatile in its uses but will have a significantly greater longevity. (Ellaroo make them, as do Scootababy - I have a Scootababy which I use for my 11-ish kg 16 month old and it is an amazingly supportive but quick carrier. I recently carried DS all day in it, including feeds, and was still comfortable at the end of the day).