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Wear ’em on your waist, across your chest, or over your shoulder.

We may have called 'em "fanny packs" back in the day, but thankfully, the fashion world has recently come up with a fancy-schmancy term that's a bit more chic: Le ~belt bag~. (Fun fact: Across the pond, they call them bum bags. The more you know!) No matter what you call them, belt bags are absolutely having a moment, both on designer runways and on your Insta Explore page. Yep, that's right—belt bags are no longer relegated to the tourist accessory aisle.

Quick question though: What makes a belt bag a belt bag? Honestly, it's simple. A belt bag is a purse with a belt that you wear around your waist. You can also wear it as a crossbody or a shoulder bag. These designs are nothing if not versatile! ('Tis the all-you-can-style bag, if you will.) While the earlier versions of this style were most popular for occasions like festivals, traveling, and trekking outdoors, now they're an everyday must-have and the key to carrying your essentials, hands free. Belt bags come in so many interesting silhouettes, color choices, and materials that you truly can have your pick. So if the catwalks or Hailey Bieber's street style pics haven't convinced you yet, all the gorgeous options in the list below just might. Ahead: convenient, cute, and super colorful designer belt bags that will undoubtedly make ya swoon.

Buckle up! You're in for a stylish ride.

From fab Black-owned bags you can wear for a night out to chill bags you can wear on a walk and everything in between, there's so much to explore here. We promise: You'll want to pop every item you own into these lil pouches.

This Black-owned brand never disappoints. Green grain leather and silver hardware? Yes, please! This style also comes in powder blue and black.

The brand's classic Ark bag reimagined. Meet Cult Gaia's Ark Nano Belt bag in pearl. If you're looking for an effortless way to absolutely serve, this bag is your secret password to chic-dom. And yes, we just made that word up.

This versatile belt bag has an adjustable strap so you can wear it as as a belt, crossbody, or carried as a pouch. Zoom in to get a better look at the decorative saddle stitching, refined metallic details, and the gold brass front loop (my fave part). If you're not a fan of pink, there's also brown, gray, and black.

If you've been eyeing this designer, here's your chance to add to cart. This yellow sling bag is made of jacquard nylon and only has one single compartment but, hey, the beauty of belt bags lies in their simplicity.

Okay, wait. This belt bag is changing the game. There are two huge removable pockets and a leather sleeve for your cards. Can you imagine how many essentials you can fit in there? If you're a devoted tote lover, this one may ease your mind and have ya thinkin' you can try this itsy-bitsy trend. Pro tip: Don't overpack, pls.

Who wouldn't want to carry Versace on their waist? We're admiring this geometric, candy-pink, and black leather piece. Oh, and there's even a secret compartment in the back.

Take a look at Kenzo's fresh take on this pastel-hued bad boy. There's a zip fastening all around so the top opens wide and you can lay all your beloved thingamajigs down perfectly.

This knitted bag is giving comfort and color! Keep your precious items safe and enjoy this pillow-like texture wherever you go. Wait a sec, can this actually double as a travel pillow? Please, someone try it and let me know!

This sophisticated and versatile style is a compliment magnet. As for its size? Let's just say it would be good to edit down your must-haves. As one reviewer explains, "This bag is definitely little and holds next to nothing. I can fit my iPhone 13 pro and a thin wallet that only holds cards. That's it. But on the upside, that's all you really need to carry and it's hands free so that's also a bonus. I did not buy this to carry a lot of things, only my basics for a night out. For that case, it's perfect."

This fab bag is beautifully made with velvet lining on the inside and pebbled leather on the outside—which is scratch and water-resistant, BTW. Reviewers rave they're happy they don't have to "baby" this bag since it protects itself!

One reviewer with the deets: "This is a beautiful handbag that is light with an unexpected amount of room inside. Love using it as a crossbody or with a chain to dress it up. Great purchase! You need this handbag! It's convenient, and you'll get lots of compliments."

Yes, I know, this one is, like, extremely extremely expensive. But! This metallic bag just pops. It's electric! It's compact and minimal, and I love the casual-chic fold-over style.

This Beyoncé-approved bag needs to be in your closet or around your waist—your pick. The rich, snake-leather bag is super smooth but heads up: the matching crossbody strap is sold separately.

This leather pouch needs to be on your wishlist ASAP. I mean, do you see this color? There's a zip closure, a pocket in the back, and a card slot at the interior. We stan an item with practical pockets and organization! Plus, I'm loving the contrast between the silver hardware and the bold, green hue.

This '80s-inspired design is the style you didn't know you needed. You'll love the retro flourish and the fact that you can wear it over the shoulder, as a crossbody, or at the waist. The range!

Take a look at this iconic piece from an equally iconic label. It features a removable pouch and a fun leather tassel. I'm a huge fan of the gold chain belt—it'll instantly elevate your look. This mini belt bag also comes in red, yellow, and black.

The caveman wore it first. Srsly, I have proof. Scientists found a calfskin belt fastened with a buffalo pouch on a mummy and I think it goes to show that these bags have always been a thing because they're simply that practical.

Many civilizations carried the Stone Age accessory into their cultures—but let's take it eons later, to, um, the '80s and into present day. In the '80s, fanny packs were bright, nylon, practical and...definitely a statement. (Take that however you want.) Chanel made them chic in the '90s, and today, many fashion houses are clearly still serving us styles worth trying. Hence, all the pretty options above!

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For this article, we focused on the quality of new and classic highly-rated designer belt bags, its durability, color and style choices to determine the best one for you.