Leather Fanny Packs A Big Fashion Hit

By Teri Farley


Leather fanny packs are making a big comeback as part of a modern fashion trend. They are now available in a wild array of funky or cute designs that make them much sought after by the young and modern. For those who favor traditional, the sleek vintage travel design is also back in demand.

Since they were originally designed to be worn on the backside above the derriere, it became known as a fanny pack, which is American slang for derriere. The term itself has become part of the American vocabulary. This type of bag became especially popular during the 1980s among travelers and tourists.

Doctors often recommend this type of bag to patients with back trouble. Backpacks and shoulder bags can cause strain on the spine. Because it rides low on the hips, this type of bag creates less strain on the back. Campers and hikers use the lumbar type pack which has compression straps for a more comfortable fit.

This popular bag is affectionately known the world over by different names. In the UK and Australia, it is known as a waist bag or bum bag. South Africans call it a moon bag. Whatever it is called, the design remains basically the same. It consists of a small pouch with a zipper closing that is attached to a long strap that fits around the waist or hips.

By offering a number of stylish designs, high fashion designers have brought the fanny pack back into fashion. Once considered the accessory of middle-aged tourists, it is now sought after by the young and trendy. Some designs look cute with jeans, such as the side pocket model with a buckle and brass studs. The minimalist model is designed to hold an MP3 player with a front slot for speakers which makes it perfect for workouts.

Travelers and tourists concerned to keep their valuables safe have long chosen these hands-free bags as their best bet. The easy-opening front pouches makes it easy to grab a wallet and pay for purchases without exposing the entire contents of a tote or backpack to pickpockets. When shopping in a crowded market or sightseeing, they are a definite safety plus for keeping valuables secure.

As far as materials go, leather has many advantages over fabric. For one, it gives a much higher quality appearance. It also improves with age, developing a lustrous sheen over the years. Fabric only wears out, grows thin and has to be replaced. Fabrics last only five years at best while natural rawhide skins can last a lifetime.

Shopping malls and travel stores stock these type of bags. By going online, it is possible to compare prices quickly since there are many online shopping websites that have these available. The more trendy design ideas can be found on fashion websites which are popular among the young crowd.

Leather fanny packs are not only highly practical and long-lasting; they have become a modern fashion accessory. The young and in the know crowd is choosing them to complement their active lifestyles. Whether the look is casual outdoor sporty or chic minimalist for workouts, this attractive hands-free bag is making an undeniable fashion statement.




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