The trusty bum bag has been controversial accessory since it entered the world of fashion. Offering a kangaroo pouch-esque storage pocket fixed on an adjustable strap, it is an iconic – if highly divisive – essential for travellers and fashionistas alike.
Appearing in a Sports Illustrated Christmas guide way back in 1954, the bum bag – or ‘fanny pack’ as they call it across the pond – was advertised as a practical addition to the equipment arsenal of cross-country skiers, hikers, cyclists and equestrians. Though the concept of a small bag or pouch worn at the hip or the front of the body was no new thing – this newer, modern iteration of the well-loved design appeared to change the game.
