Fanny pack

For the hip-hop group, see Fannypack.

Example of a fanny pack or bum bag

The fanny pack, (US) belt pack,(US) hip pack(UK), or bum bag(UK), (Australia) is a small fabric pouch secured with a zipper and worn at the waist by a strap around the hips. Fanny packs are used by travelers and were more popular during the 1990s. They can be slung either forward, side or to the rear of the wearer. One of the primary advantages of fanny packs are that they are hands free. This makes them great choices over purses not only for travelers, but also some people with disabilities, and those who have mobile professions.

The name Fanny Pack is derived from the fact that they were worn on the gluteus muscle also known as the "butt" or "fanny". Many do not wear fanny packs on their rear because they are easier to pick pocket.

Fanny packs are today considered unfashionable by some. Weird Al Yankovic, for instance, mocks the wearing of fanny packs in his song "White & Nerdy." For some, their resurrection is a form of ironic retro fashion. However, the fanny pack has made a huge comeback among youth in recent years, this time termed a pouch. Hence, many top designers such as Gucci, Prada, Coach, Mark Jacobs, and Louis Vuitton have taken the opportunity to resurrect and redesign the fanny pack.