How to choose a body bag? A roundup of the best items for men

The body bag is a trend that started in women’s fashion and is now a popular trend in men’s fashion as well. The appeal of body bags is that they can be used not only as a bag but also as an accessory. In this issue, we focus on the “body bag,” and introduce the key points and recommended items for choosing one!

What is a body bag?

Body bags, which are smaller than shoulder bags and are slung diagonally, are said to be a revival of the waist pouches that were popular in the 1980s, and have been in vogue since around 2011, when mode and street brands gradually began handling them. At first, they were used to accentuate outfits or to give a more flattering silhouette by being worn over clothes and wrapped around the waist like a belt, but their compact size and hands-free convenience made them widely popular. Even today, casual brands and maison brands offer a wide range of options each season.

Note that neither body bags nor waist pouches are correct English and are not understood in English speaking countries. Fanny pack” and “Bum Bag” refer to the traditional waist pouch, while “Belt bag” and “Pouch bag” are used to refer to the traditional waist pouch. Belt bag” and “Pouch bag” tend to refer to the so-called “modern” body bags. It is worth remembering these terms for when you go shopping overseas.