11 High-Fashion Fanny Packs Under $70 That Make Travel Way Easier

Published Aug 26, 2025 2:30 am ET


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It’s 2025 and I’m excited to say fanny packs are so back—not only are they ultra functional, but they’re also extremely cute. And if you’re in the market for something that’ll really top off your “airport fit,” we’ve found 11 stylish fanny packs that make hands-free travel so much easier. Whether you’re more into preppy looks, or if you’re feeling something sportier, there are so many incredible options.

Plus, all of these fanny packs cost less than $70. So on top of your plane ticket, you won’t have to spend too much ahead of your next trip.

Stylish Fanny Packs Will Take Your Airplane Fit Up A Notch

1. Neon: In total Baboon to the Moon fashion, the brand’s fanny pack brings fun, bright colors to your travel outfit. You can choose from blinding shades of neon yellow, blue, orange, green and so many more. Even the liner is decked out in different whimsical patterns for the perfect added details.

2. Hiker: Show off your outdoorsy side with Osprey’s Daylite Waist Pack! Perfect for any and all casual outings, it’s lightweight, durable and super comfortable. It’s large enough to hold all your belongings and even possibly a small water bottle, if you’re sweating in the great outdoors.

3. Designer Chic: OK, we we never thought “business casual” and “fanny pack” would go together in the same sentence, but we stand corrected! Kenneth Cole REACTION Sophie Belt Bag is simultaneously chic and functional, making it a top contender for all future work trips.

4. Durable: It should come as no surprise that Carhartt’s Fanny Pack is just as durable as the rest of the brand’s clothing and accessories. The 600-denier polyester promises wear-and-tear resistance, and since it’s water-resistant, it can hold up under any adverse weather conditions.

5. Sporty: Athleisure is always in style, which is why we love The North Face’s fanny pack. It features the brand’s iconic logo on the front with the signature front bungee system. Meanwhile, it’s waterproof and constructed with recycled materials, so it’s environmentally-friendly, too.

6. Funky Fresh: Kavu’s Spectator Belt Bag has a unique geometric design with two zip-close organizational pockets. It’s also ergonomic and adjustable, so it can be tailored to fit you comfortably.

7. Retro: The Tipsy Elves Retro DARE Fanny Pack is a true blast from the past in the form of a functional bag. Featuring vintage neon colors and the design you likely remember from elementary school, it’s a nod to every ’80s and ’90s baby out there.

8. Viral: Like its larger viral counterpart, Bagsmart’s fanny pack is fashionably puffy, ergonomic and fantastic for travel organization. And with a 3-liter capacity, it can fit literally everything you need for a full day on the town.

9. Preppy: Live your prep school dreams in Vera Bradley’s Featherweight Woodward Belt Bag. It comes in a variety of fun color options and features the brand’s iconic quilted design. As if!

10. Concertgoer: More and more concert venues, stadiums and arenas are requiring clear bags as a safety precaution. So if you’re going abroad to see Taylor Swift IRL, might we suggest bringing Veckle’s clear fanny pack? It still looks chic, while adhering to venue rules.

11. Most Affordable: Nobody will know you spent like $7 on Evancary’s fanny pack. It’s just as cute as every other option on the list (aka you’ll look fire in all your vacation pics!). But it costs way less. Goals!

Lizzy Rosenberg is a Catskills-based journalist, with about eight years of experience in the world of journalism. She has written and edited at People.com, Elite Daily, PureWow, Green Matters, and Distractify. Additionally, she has several freelance bylines with SKI Magazine, Outside Magazine, Cosmopolitan, Hey Alma, Best Products and USA Today’s Reviewed. You may also recognize her name from the book Green Living, which she helped her team write and publish during her time as Managing Editor at Green Matters.

Chase Clements

Chase Clements

Editor McClatchy Commerce

Based in Kansas City, Chase Clements is the Commerce Content Operations Manager. He has many years of experience as a Commerce Writer and Editor for McClatchy.