And there’s nothing more reassuring than feeling your phone and wallet snuggled safely against your belly.

To be totally clear, I don’t wear fanny packs around on a daily basis.

They’rehardly large enoughto carry all the things I lug back and forth to work every day.

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Fanny packs are most apropos duringoutdoor adventuressuch ashikingor just walking around the city on a sunny Saturday afternoon.

Also sometimes, a fanny pack pairs perfectlywitha backpack (I know, I’m wild).

Exhibit A:

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Fanny packs are also the festivalgoer’s bag of choice.

These packs are better for hands-free exploring and adventuring that doesn’t involve loads of repetitive bouncing.)

Read on to find it.

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It makes this whole fanny pack thing feel a little fancier, right?

The best part: It’s safe to throw in the washing machine.

This is my super minimalist fanny pack pick.

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The more ya know.

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There’s a zipper on the side that lies against your body for your most prized possessions and the bright color adds the…

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