Whether you call it a belt bag, a bum bag, a fanny pack, or something else, one thing is certain: The must-have accessory of the ’80s and ’90s is back–and sticking around for 2019. It’s a trend with unexpected staying power: Street style stars were the earliest adopters of the look and over the course of the last year we’ve seen the hands-free bag virtually everywhere. Wrapped around a blazer, slung over a flowy dress, atop a pair of jeans: Stylish ladies (and even gents) have been rocking fashion fanny packs all kinds of ways. The belt bag outfit limit, seemingly, does not exist.
One of the best things about belt bags (aside from the super-freeing no-hands-required aspect) is how they add instant cool cred to any outfit. Ruffle tops and frilly dresses instantly become sportier, tailored blazers and pantsuits get less stuffy: There’s just something super nonchalant and effortless about wearing your bag at your waist–or even across your chest, as the fashion crowd has been doing. It says to the world, “I’m way too busy making moves to have my hands preoccupied by any accessory.”
So what’s the best way to rock the belt bag trend, 2019 style? We’ve got some ideas. Ahead, check out three very different ways to wear one of our favorite modern waist cinchers. Whether your style is sporty, bold, sexy, or all of the above, there’s a babe-worthy belt-bag outfit idea here for you.
Sweater Dress + Mules
Up the ante on a bright striped sweater dress and white mules by wearing your bag at your waist. The croc-embossed texture adds to the sporty-luxe feel of this look–as do the twisted gold hoop earrings. Say hello to your new favorite casual weekend outfit.
Shop This Look: Goodies Black Snake Embossed Belt Bag, Julissa Lavender Striped Turtleneck Sweater Dress, Florin White Leather Pointed-Toe Mules, Thera Gold Hoop Earrings
Floral Blazer + Jeans
Go bold or go home. A floral blazer and white ankle boots turn this t-shirt-and-jeans combo into a major statement look. The fashion-girl finishing touches: A belt bag worn as a crossbody and glam sunglasses, of course.
Shop This Look: Goodies Black Snake Embossed Belt Bag, Thinking Chic Navy Blue Floral Print Satin Blazer, Carina White Cropped Tee, 501 Crop Medium Wash Straight Leg Cropped Jeans, Cafe White Leather Ankle Booties, Swerve Tortoise Cat-Eye Sunglasses
Crop Top + Culottes
Date-night dressing just got a lot cooler. If girly dresses aren’t your thing, try a crop top and wide leg pants with snake print sandals for an edgier take. Skip the clutch for a belt bag, layer on a delicate gold necklace, and add a bright pop with a silky yellow scarf (in your hair or around your neck).
Shop This Look: University Black Ribbed Crop Top, Dominga Olive Green Wide Leg Pants, Elsi Beige Snake Single Strap Heels, Kailani Gold Cowrie Shell Necklace, Poppy Seed Yellow Striped Handkerchief Scarf
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