The Fanny Pack - How To Wear It Like The It-girls?

2023 Author: Lynn Laird | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-08-25 09:49

While in England and across the Atlantic, it is called "bum bag", "fanny bag" or simply "waist bag", in France its name is one of the funniest: a fanny pack. A star accessory of the nineties, worn by Sarah Jessica Parker in several episodes of "Sex and the City", the belt bag made its big comeback in 2016 and, from then on, continues to be emulated by it-girls. This year, it is evolving and reinventing itself according to the latest fashion trends. We therefore show you how to wear it well during the fall-winter 2020-2021. Demo!

The fanny pack - we'll explain why it's trendy again

The fanny pack has been back for quite a while. For several seasons now, it has been found everywhere, on the catwalks of the big brands, in the street and on the hangers at Zara, Mango and Bershka. Nerdy for some and cool for others, the darling 90s accessory divides the fashion world. However, one thing is certain: it is essential more and more in stores and on the sizes of fashionistas. The result ? Those who consider it old-fashioned and ugly will soon fall in love!

The belt bag: why do we end up loving?

Nerdy, kitsch, overly sporty and impractical are just a few of the most used adjectives to describe the belt bag. If you, too, think that the retro bag that literally drove the fashion world into a panic isn't glamorous, we promise you'll fall for it. With shoulder strap or belt, in leather or imitation leather, black or pop color, the fanny pack looks like a good trendy bag! Small in size but big in effect, this mini-bag is perfect for spicing up any overly basic look. Regarding its practicality, the fanny pack frees the hands and relieves the shoulders of any accessory. So, if you always ask yourself the question How are you going to store your little mess? », Stop cluttering yourself with everything superfluous and be minimalist… well, at least in terms of accessories.

With the fanny pack, it's simple, because the essentials are within easy reach. And in addition to being super practical and not cumbersome, it gives pep to each outfit to make it more sophisticated. It goes just as well with everyday style as it does with the office look. And contrary to popular belief, the model's favorite bag is not only available in a sporty version. On the contrary, designers and creators take the opportunity to make various models, each more original and glamorous than the next. They adopt all materials to meet many of your desires. In stores or in e-shops, you can come across many stylish versions of this fashion darling.

Which model of fanny pack should you go for this fall-winter?

Of course, to wear the banana without missing a beat, the whole point is choosing a good model. So just choose your belt bag according to your dress style. Girls more streetwear can easily opt for an XL model with sequins or fringes. On the other hand, passionate beautistas can bet on leather, printed or even gold belt bags to display a sharp style. There are models for every taste and style. And Simon Porte Jacquemus will not tell you the opposite! With his whimsical and tiny models, the young designer has thrown the world of leather goods into a panic.

Elongated, oval or rectangular, the fanny pack comes in several shapes for your comfort. As aesthetic as they are practical, these various shapes allow you to have everything within reach and to carry the bag differently. Over the shoulder, around the waist or over the shoulder, it's up to you. Material side: while leather remains a safe bet, nylon, corduroy and tweed are also present to bring a good dose of elegance and chic to this accessory considered ugly. The biggest leather enthusiasts can dare to wear the harness bag! Trendy and super easy to wear over a blazer or oversized women's overshirt, this cousin of the fanny pack is the other accessory to shop this season!

How to wear the it-bag of the season?

Worn across the body or tied around the waist, hand or neck as a pendant, the fanny pack (in every detail) is far from going unnoticed! It is a prestigious place both on the catwalks and in the dressings of fashionistas. And although it is left for a long time in the back of the closet, it makes up for its absence by adopting the most trendy materials and prints of the moment. For this season, we wear it dressed in animal motifs. Croc, piton, zebra or leopard print, the it-bag takes the gamble of being wild and unusual in order to bring a strong dose of style to your look in a black perfecto jacket, jeans and studded ankle boots. In winter, when the temperatures start to drop, dare the colorful fanny pack! Yellow, pink, lilac, orange, red or blue,you are spoiled for choice to fight against the winter cold, while giving pep to the knitted sweater dress and the sleeveless down jacket.

As a general rule, the fanny pack goes with everything and goes everywhere. For lovers of a sporty-chic look, the banana goes wonderfully with the denim jumpsuit. It goes perfectly with the jogging pants, the overshirt and the blazer dress that working girls love this year. Die-hard fans of the classic belt bag can always take their old model out of college and wear it over a white t-shirt and boyfriend jeans. Finally, for those who like to multiply the layers of clothing to face the freezing temperatures, the fanny pack is THE key to layering without false note.

The fanny pack at the office, in the evening and every day

In town, in the office, in a nightclub… where to wear the belt bag? Well, everywhere and with everything! Although adopting the banana at the office is a privilege reserved for it-girls, embarking on this fashion adventure is not the most complicated task. So go ahead and complete the office outfit in a shirt, high-waisted pants and pumps with a small printed bag tied around the waist. For your evenings with girlfriends, prefer a pop color model that you will use to enhance your most beautiful skirt or evening dress. On the feet, let your favorite thigh high boots show off. On weekends, wear the it-bag over the shoulder with light jeans, a shirt or t-shirt with a cool message and wide sneakers. Add some accessories like glasses and a pair of earrings and you're good to go!

It-girls do not hesitate to wear several belt bags

Belt bag to tame an overly bulky down jacket

Square model worn over a satin jacket

Oversized pantsuit, leather belt bag and pop-colored moccasins

A casual and chic look

Midi dress, fanny pack and white sneakers for an autumn look that makes you smile

Black jacket, luxury fanny pack and leopard print skirt

White sneakers, vintage belt bag and long striped coat

Vintage belt bag, vinyl puffer jacket and wide sneakers for a sporty-chic look

Brown bum bag worn over the shoulder over a long, printed coat

Style lesson: shoulder bag worn as a fanny pack

Belt bag to tame the XL coat and emphasize the waist

"Chiquito" model signed Jacquemus worn as a fanny pack

Sleeveless down jacket completed with a small black leather belt bag

Women's black nylon belt bag

Satin pantsuit and white leather harness bag