- Fanny pack, also called “belt bags, waist bags hip packs, and bun bags”
- The Fanny pack is both “functional and retro”
- Popular in the ‘80s and ‘90s they were originally popularized by Melba Stone in 1962 for skiers and other “outdoor enthusiasts” before becoming a trend in the ‘80s when the fitness trend required an easy way to carry essentials.
- Fanny packs came back into popularity during the 2010s and was often worn across the chest.
- Today they’re a streetwear staple, and high fashion accessory, among brands like Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Chanel and Prada.
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