This article was co-authored by Jordan Stolch and by wikiHow staff writer, Hannah Madden. Jordan Stolch is an Image Strategist, Style Advisor, and the Founder of MiKADO - a concierge personal styling firm. With over a decade of experience, Jordan specializes in helping people eliminate the confusion and insecurities associated with how to dress in order to build a powerful image and use clothing to their strategic advantage. Jordan trains entrepreneurs, business leaders, and corporate executives in the foundations of "power dressing", from some of the country's preeminent companies such as Morgan Stanley, Deloitte, Berkshire Hathaway, Universal Music Group, Starbucks, and Disney. She works with clients both in-person and virtually, teaching them how to take the confusion out of style so they can operate at a higher level. Jordan earned her BA in Psychology from the University of Waterloo and studied Merchandise Marketing at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIDM).
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If all you know of fanny packs is the neon pink one your mom wore in the '80s, it's time to re-think your opinion of them! Fanny packs, also known as belt bags or bum bags, come in all styles and colors now, and you can even find some high-end options. If you want to start wearing a fanny pack, try out a few different styles and looks to make outfits with pieces from your own closet.
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QuestionHow should a man wear a fanny pack?Jordan StolchJordan Stolch is an Image Strategist, Style Advisor, and the Founder of MiKADO - a concierge personal styling firm. With over a decade of experience, Jordan specializes in helping people eliminate the confusion and insecurities associated with how to dress in order to build a powerful image and use clothing to their strategic advantage. Jordan trains entrepreneurs, business leaders, and corporate executives in the foundations of "power dressing", from some of the country's preeminent companies such as Morgan Stanley, Deloitte, Berkshire Hathaway, Universal Music Group, Starbucks, and Disney. She works with clients both in-person and virtually, teaching them how to take the confusion out of style so they can operate at a higher level. Jordan earned her BA in Psychology from the University of Waterloo and studied Merchandise Marketing at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIDM).
Image Consultant & Style AdvisorA simple look that will work for men or women is to wear your favorite jeans with the fanny pack where your belt is. Wear an awesome T-shirt on top, like a cool band or graphic T, then do a front tuck-with the shirt. Finish off with a pair of sneakers. Someting stylish and simple, like a solid white sneaker or a tennis shoe, is perfect. -
QuestionIf I go to a restaurant wearing the fanny pack around my waist do I sit it with it around my waist? The waist bag I bought has a belt style buckle that makes it a hassle taking it off.wikiHow Staff EditorThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
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- ↑ Jordan Stolch. Image Consultant & Style Advisor. Expert Interview. 25 September 2020.
- ↑ https://www.thecut.com/2017/09/fanny-pack-waist-bag-street-style-trend.html
- ↑ Jordan Stolch. Image Consultant & Style Advisor. Expert Interview. 25 September 2020.
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- ↑ Jordan Stolch. Image Consultant & Style Advisor. Expert Interview. 25 September 2020.
- ↑ https://www.glamour.com/story/ways-to-wear-a-fanny-pack
- ↑ https://www.thecut.com/2017/09/fanny-pack-waist-bag-street-style-trend.html
- ↑ https://www.thecut.com/2017/09/fanny-pack-waist-bag-street-style-trend.html
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErBA9BiFCgI&feature=youtu.be&t=486
- ↑ https://www.glamour.com/story/ways-to-wear-a-fanny-pack
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErBA9BiFCgI&feature=youtu.be&t=164
- ↑ Jordan Stolch. Image Consultant & Style Advisor. Expert Interview. 25 September 2020.
- ↑ https://www.glamour.com/story/ways-to-wear-a-fanny-pack
- ↑ https://www.thecut.com/2017/09/fanny-pack-waist-bag-street-style-trend.html
- ↑ https://www.wellandgood.com/good-looks/how-to-wear-a-fanny-pack/
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The classic fanny pack look is wearing it around your waist like a belt, which you can add to any outfit for a casual and functional look. But you can mix this up by slinging a fanny pack across your chest by putting the strap on one shoulder like a messenger bag. Any way you wear it, though, you can make the fanny pack a little more chic and modern by either layering it under a light jacket or over a dress. The same effect can be achieved by using the fanny pack as a belt to hold up high-waisted trousers or clasp a long overcoat closed. For tips on choosing and styling different sizes and materials for your fanny pack, keep reading!