11 Stylish Belt Bags That’ll Make You Forget They Were Formerly Known As Fanny Packs

By Jazmin Brooks · Updated December 6, 2020

Once upon a time, it seemed as if fanny packs were shunned. Now that they’ve been re-branded as “belt bags,” it’s a different story. Get Tickets To The 2018 ESSENCE Street Style Festival! The compact accessory is being seen everywhere. Every fashion retailer from high-end brands like Miu Miu and Saint Laurent, to contemporary brands like Reebok and Champion, are making their own stylish variations of a belt bag.

And we love the trending style in all of its variations. Keep scrolling to check out 11 of our favorite belt bags, from sporty to formal, and a few suggestions on how to style them. Which look is your favorite?

& OTHER STORIES Belt Bag

Add some color! This striped fanny pack by & Other Stories is too cute – it’s bound to catch someone’s eye and a ton of compliments no matter what you pair with it. We suggest pairing it with an all-white outfit – maybe a white denim skirt and a white t-shirt—to make sure nothing takes away from this funky waistbag.

available at & Other Stories $25 BUY

ADIDAS Belt Bag

Athleisure it up! Rock this fanny pack with the workout clothes you actually never intend on working out in.

available at SIX:02 $25 BUY

AQUA Belt Bag

This exclusive Bloomingdale’s AQUA belt bag is so chic. We would suggest wearing it with a pair of gingham pants, a simple button-down shirt, and your favorite heels.

available at Bloomingdale’s $60 BUY

CHAMPION Belt Bag

This may or may not be a men’s bag, but we love it, and sure know we can wear it just as well. This Champion Sling Bag would go perfectly with a pair of black high-waist biker shorts – which are surprisingly trending as well – a black crop top and an optional denim jacket, if you want to be bit modest.

available at Urban Outfitters $40 BUY

HERSCHEL SUPPLY CO Belt Bag

This fanny pack speaks for itself. Belt this around denim bottoms and a simple t-shirt, and you’ll be set.

available at Shopbop $25 BUY

STATE Belt Bag

This all white, compact Crosby Leather Belt Bag is perfect to break up a monochromatic look, such as a denim on denim look.

available at Bloomingdale’s $115 BUY

REEBOK Belt Bag

Pair this Reebok Waistbag with a simple t-shirt dress, dope sneakers like a pair of 54-11s, and dainty jewelry for a casual day out and about.

available at Reebok $13 BUY

MICHAEL KORS Belt Bag

Michael Kors put their own stylish spin on the fanny pack, which we are admiring. This Round Pebble Leather Fanny Pack with its slim belt can belt a simple pants suit – adding a bit of fashion to business.

available at Macy’s $88 BUY

MADEWELL Belt Bag

Minimalists’ safe haven, Madewell, has perfected their own belt bag. Their Simple Pouch Belt Bag is very sleek. Belt up your favorite jumpsuit with this belt bag.

available at Madewell $68 BUY

HOLLY & TANAGER Belt Bag

This small little leather goodie is modish and spacious. Holly & Tanager’s Convertible Belt Bag can be perfectly paired with your favorite midi dress. You’re bound to get a host of compliments on this one.

available at Holly & Tanger $239 BUY

NANUSHKA Belt Bag

This is another non-traditional style of the belt bag perfectly done by Nanushka. We’re obsessing over the uniqueness and high-style look of this accessory. There are so many ways to wear this pack without taking away from its elegance or your outfit. We simply suggest pairing this belt bag with pleated hip pants and a cropped wrap top.

available at Net-A-Porter $420 BUY

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