I have to bring attention to something that has been puzzling me for several months now…and that is, fanny packs. It appears that fanny packs have made a fashion comeback. Or, at least, they have made a comeback amongst the younger “style conscious” hipster crowd. Several months ago I noticed a more modern version of a fanny pack at Urban Outfitters. My first thought was of course “wtf.” Having grown up in the 90s, it’s hard to view a fanny pack in a positive light. This late 80s/early 90s trend quickly turned into a dorky fashion don’t. In fact, the Wikipedia page for fanny pack even notes that today, fanny packs are considered to be a fashion faux pas.
But after some consideration of this trend, I actually started to think that maybe it was a good idea that it has made a comeback. I realize that the fanny pack has most likely only become popular due to the fact that wearing ironic fashion pieces has become mainstream. But, let’s be honest, they ARE kinda convenient. “Look Ma! No hands!” I’m actually a big fan of not being tied down by a purse. Just imagine going downtown and never having to worry about leaving your purse behind at the bar. Although, however convenient it is, I can’t imagine anyone looking sexy or cool hanging out at a bar or dancing at a club while wearing a fanny pack.
Check out all these fanny packs that are on the Urban Outfitters online store right now. I’m amazed at how many there are:
photos via UrbanOutfitters.com
What do you think? Would you ever consider rocking a fanny pack? Am I finally so old that there’s a comeback trend that I don’t want to participate in?
Joanna Wilkinson
Keep Austin Stylish