Ever since the fanny pack trend took off [1] with full steam, women have been finding countless ways to style their bags. Ditch a belt, and strap a pouch through the loops of your denim. Cinch in a blazer with the adorable accessory. Swing one over your shoulder, the same way you would a sash. At the same time, new brands have been popping up with gorgeous iterations that — given their generally smaller structure — ring in at a more affordable price. That makes a belt bag the perfect holiday gift [2], doesn't it? Read ahead for some simple tricks for wearing one, then shop some of our favorites.
Let your belt bag add another pop of color to a vibrant midi dress.
Swing an edgy style over your hoodie to toughen up a simple outfit.
Use it to play with texture in your look and separate mixed materials with a crisp white button-down.
If you've got on a nylon coat and a baseball cap, go full-on sporty with the style you choose.
Use a bag on a chain to cinch your waist when you're wearing an oversize blazer.
Add another shade to your monochrome outfit with your simple waist bag.
Twist yours to the front, right over the button on your jeans, and weave it securely through your belt loops.
Swing a flashy print down at your side.
Wear one just like you would your standard shoulder bag, pouch facing toward the front.
Double-wrap a smaller pouch with a thin band across your chest and around the shoulder.
Chloé Pixie Mini Suede and Textured Leather Belt Bag
This Chloé Pixie Mini Suede and Textured Leather Belt Bag [4] ($990) is a fashion girl favorite.
Parisa x Zanita Belt Bag
We love the tough vibes this Parisa x Zanita Belt Bag [5] ($285) gives off.
Zara Animal Print Belt Bag
Add a touch of snakeskin to your neutral look with this Zara Animal Print Belt Bag [6] ($30).
Treasure & Bond Western Buckle Faux Leather Belt Bag
Go the Western route with this Treasure & Bond Buckle Faux Leather Belt Bag [7] ($59).
River Island Belt Bag in Purple Croc
Shopping for the purple shade of this River Island Belt Bag [8] ($38) is on everyone's mind.
Fila Fanny Pack
Get sporty about it with this Fila Fanny Pack [9] ($25).
Louis Vuitton Epi Tilsitt Bum Bag
Any girl would go crazy for this Louis Vuitton Epi Tilsitt Bum Bag [10] ($1,150), a vintage pick from What Goes Around Comes Around.
Simon Miller Long Pop Pouch
We love how the Simon Miller Long Pop Pouch [11] ($290) loops onto the pants.
Boohoo Contrast Quilted Bum Bag
This Boohoo Plus Contrast Quilted Bum Bag [12] ($16, originally $32) comes in a poppy color, affixed with an adjustable strap.
& Other Stories Crocodile Embossed Leather Belt Bag
The finish of this & Other Stories Crocodile Embossed Leather Belt Bag [13] ($79) is simply gorgeous.
COS Detachable Leather Belt Bag
There's nothing mellow about the yellow shade of this COS Detachable Leather Belt Bag [14] ($69).
Rebecca Minkoff Love You Leather Belt Bag
Put your message front and center with this Rebecca Minkoff Love You Leather Belt Bag [15] ($178).
Stradivarius Faux Fur Belt Bag
You want texture? This Stradivarius Faux Fur Belt Bag [16] ($26) brings you texture.
River Island Belt Bag in Zebra Print
Swing around this River Island Belt Bag in Zebra Print [17] ($40), and you'll be the life of the party.
Topshop Faux Fur Oval Bumbag
Just image strapping this Topshop Faux Fur Oval Bumbag [18] ($40) over your camel coat.
Zara Mini Crossbody Belt Bag
How adorable is this pink Zara Mini Crossbody Belt Bag [19] ($26)?
adidas Originals Trefoil Festival Crossbody Bag
You can fit your phone, some hair ties, and a fitness watch in the adidas Originals Trefoil Festival Crossbody Bag [20] ($20).
Burberry Medium Sonny Vintage Check Bum Bag
Show off those iconic checks with the Burberry Medium Sonny Vintage Check Bum Bag [21] ($690).
Gucci Ophidia GG Supreme Small Canvas Belt Bag
It doesn't get more iconic than the Gucci Ophidia GG Supreme Small Canvas Belt Bag [22] ($750).
Mango Belt Bag
This Mango Belt Bag [23] ($30) is for any gal who loves a bucket bag and a belt and just wants a combination of the two.
AEO Sherpa Belt Bag
Get this: the color of this AEO Sherpa Belt Bag [24] ($30) is called toasted coconut! How accurate is that?!
Prada Daino Leather Belt Bag
We'd recognize the emblem on this Prada Daino Leather Belt Bag [25] ($970-$1,100) from across the park.
Express Double Chain Belt Bag
We love the clean structure and added hardware on this Express Double Chain Belt Bag [26] ($25, originally $50).
Steve Madden Faux Shearling Belt Bag
This Steve Madden Faux Shearling Belt Bag [27] ($27, originally $45) is for the gal who loves black and white equally.
Clare V. Leather Fanny Pack
The oversize Clare V. Leather Fanny Pack [28] ($299) allows you to fit your wallet and phone.
Yuzefi Lola Belt Bag
This Yuzefi Lola Belt Bag [29] ($485) is practically a work of art.
Avec La Troupe Aiguilette Belt Bag
We love the jewel tone finish on this Avec La Troupe Aiguilette Belt Bag [30] ($370).
Brother Vellies Fanny Pack
Prepare to invite compliments when you're sporting this Brother Vellies Fanny Pack [31] ($598).
Marc Jacobs Runway Belt Bag
Tell me about your Marc Jacobs Runway Belt Bag [32] ($850), stud.
Rag & Bone S/M Dwight Belt Bag
The Rag & Bone S/M Dwight Belt Bag [33] ($350) is for the girl who lives in leopard print.
Marni Waist Bag
This Marni Waist Bag [34] ($1,720) will make them all say, "What a color combination!"
Zara Vinyl Belt Bag
Love the see-through accessory trend? This Zara Vinyl Belt Bag [35] ($30) is for you.
Boohoo Nylon Bumbag
This Boohoo Nylon Bumbag [36] ($12, originally $24) should always accompany you to the gym, because why not?
Champion UO Exclusive Prime Belt Bag
This Champion UO Exclusive Prime Belt Bag [37] ($35) is truly one of a kind.
LeSportsac X MadeMe Belt Bag
We love how this LeSportsac X MadeMe Belt Bag [38] ($75) looks strapped over a Canadian tuxedo.
Mango Croc-Effect Belt Bag
Multi pouch necessary? With this Mango Croc-Effect Belt Bag [39] ($60), that's no problem.
