This sweet version should be arriving any minute. The gold details really attracted me–so luxe but sporty all the same. I got it from ASOS.
There’s a bag out there that is the ideal carry all but for some reason it gets a really bad wrap. I’m not even sure what to call it anymore for care of being politically correct, but I’ll just say it once: I’m referring to the fanny pack. Now a days in order to be respective towards British and Australian English, this ideal little pouch should be called a bum bag or belt bag or even a waist pack. (“Fanny” in both the UK and Australua refers to a woman’s feminine region, so you can only imagine the apall a fanny pack creates!)
Regardless of what this bag is called, it definitely is met with scorn. It’s the tourist’s call for being trapped. It’s supposedly the bag being used by our elders. It’s the identity marker that spots foreigners immediately. Yet! This bag is perfect! It sits gently on the hips, and it is bottomless. The more loaded it becomes does not offer discomfort. Rather it just becomes perkier and more substantial. It allows for texting and sipping a latte while meandering the subway, racks of clothing, or city walls. This bag that lingers on the hips is the ideal carry all for conquering any day.
I remember a couple of years ago I was ridiculed for my fanny pack. And for all the reasons it might have been made fun of, it was so dang cute. Aside from being utterly practical, it was adorable in black with tiny little white polka dots. I didn’t really care that I’d been called out…I believed in both the purpose and style of that bag. To me it was a winner! See, this confidence accompanied with our decisions in what we decide to wear is as much an accessory as the next bag. If I wear something because I like it, no love it, this will shine through. And guess what!? I’m still rocking the fanny pack/bum bag/waist pack/belt bag–oh whatever you want to call it. And yes! I’m rocking it!!
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I find the solid black versions to be the most chic. Especially when the zipper details or the material used is sharp.
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Since it’s already a little wacky, maybe just go for it with this bag!
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Hah! You make a good case for the comfort of a fanny pack (esp. while traveling). But as a pear-shaped lady, I just don’t like the extra poundage it adds to exactly the area that I don’t want any more curves to! 😉
True Jen! What about wearing one with a sundress with a full skirt, you’re waist will be cinched in by the belt. Think full skirts, slim waist. But good point if paired with pants. Just an idea…Thanks for the comment and for reading Kremb de la Kremb! Ann
I have an old Kipling bag that converts from a shoulder bag to a “fanny pack.” I love it and it is the best bag for traveling. Holds everything in many pockets.
Yay! I knew I had a fanny pack sista out there! Kipling makes some good bags–especially for travel! Thanks for stopping by and commenting Sheila! Annie
Yes! Love those bum bags, especially the fringe one from ASOS 🙂
xoxo Iris
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Yes!! I’m thinking it’s my next purchase Iris!! Thanks for stopping by!! Come again;) Ann
Omg, first time reading about British meaning of fanny. Lol.
I’m definitely loving the trend, brings back memories of my punk kid past 🙂 That iridescent on is IN-SANE
I know! Isn’t it awesome! I also adore the white mesh. Do you think you’ll get one!? Thanks for stopping by. Ann
Oh, I will definitely check out what eBay has to offer 🙂
Did you find something?! A x
Oh no, no fanny packs. Never. Never ever ever. I use crossbodies or backpacks. Never a fanny pack. But I still love you? GRIN
Hahha! Love this comment Sheela. I love crossbags and backpacks too, but my right shoulder and lower back felt so liberated by the fanny pack! ;D A x