Hi ladies - I have been looking at a few bags which I think look really nice and sort of double as handbag looking - like the Babymel Amanda.

But when my friend saw it she was quick to pull me away for the fashion bags and over to the utility range (massive messenger / laptop looking bags). Her idea was that you need to carry so much stuff that its worth having the biggest bag you can get.

So I guess I'd love to hear your thoughts. Did a mid sized bag work for you or do you prefer the super sized versions? Also, any bags you love