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If you’ve been thinking about ditching your big, chunky purse and downsizing to something more manageable, then take this as your sign to make the switch. You’ve probably noticed that belt bags are becoming increasingly popular for their convenient and versatile designs, and thankfully, you don’t have to spend a lot of money to add one to your collection.
Amazon shoppers discovered the Ododos Mini Belt Bag that’s on sale for just $16 and we can’t help but notice it looks eerily similar to Lululemon’s Everywhere Belt Bag that retails for nearly $40. Both options have compact constructions for carrying only the essentials and feature adjustable straps that allow them to be worn as a crossbody, waist bag, or shoulder bag. The cheaper lookalike is available in over 40 colorways, is backed by over 12,000 five-star ratings, and has been bought more than 10,000 times in the past 30 days.
Ododos Mini Belt Bag, $16 at Amazon
It might be small in size, but this bag offers plenty of space for holding your keys, a small wallet and a phone as big as an iPhone 14 Pro Max, along with other small necessities like lip gloss. There’s an exterior zip pocket on the back that’s ideal for safely storing valuables like your ID since it sits against your body to prevent theft. Inside, the bag features a mesh compartment and other small pockets for extra organization. It’s also made of water- and tear-resistant material, making it great for all sorts of activities like going to the beach, hiking, and attending concerts.
More than 250 reviewers claimed that this is the perfect Lululemon alternative at a lower price point, and two people went as far as to call it a “copycat.”
“I absolutely love this bag,” another person wrote. “I have it in three colors and have gifted it to over three people. It is super functional…and can be worn as a Lululemon copycat crossbody bag. It is waterproof and washable; [I] have had my first one for a while now and have taken it to theme parks and music festivals and still, it looks relatively new.”
Not only is this cute belt bag a great investment for yourself, but it also makes an affordable gift for anyone on your holiday shopping list.
This story originally appeared on PARADE.
