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17 of the Best Belt Bags for Hands-Free Hot Girl Walks

The fanny pack is back

Nicole Villeneuve

By Nicole Villeneuve

Published Jul 22, 2023

Additional reporting by
Dagmara Cintron

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Best belt bag: A woman wears a belt bag over her shoulder next to a collage of belt bags

The belt bag, more commonly known as a fanny pack, is a bag that's worn around your waist or hips, like a belt, allowing you hands-free convenience. Often secured using a clasp and buckles that slide along the strap, they're easy to adjust for fit and comfort. More current styles also feature longer straps for crossbody use.

Belt bags first saw a reemergence in the late 2010s, when A-list influencers were spotted sporting them during fall fashion week. Since then, as our collective style has shifted towards a more casual, laid-back look (thanks, COVID-19), these handy purses have become the go-to for carrying everyday essentials, with TikTokers becoming particularly obsessed.

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Freelance Writer

Nicole Villeneuve

Freelance Writer

Nicole Villeneuve is a freelance writer based in Toronto and has been writing about all things pop culture, entertainment and lifestyle for more than ten years. She's a thrift-store expert, group chat GIF spammer and somehow still regularly watches MTV's Teen Mom.

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