The Bumbag Of The Year

Fendi has created the most desirable waist pouch – by keeping it simply modern and even more practical.

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"People have more than one mobile phone now. That’s why the bag has two compartments, for two of them."

"This pocket is ideal for frequently used cards."

There’s tool-belt inspiration. There’s also a nod to Helmut Lang-esque ’90s minimalism. What is clearly not there: the “ugly-cool” factor; the kitsch, sporty or street association; a gazillion logos or embellishments; and being too basic, too pretty, too trendy – everything that has plagued most designer bumbags. The Fendi Belt Bag comes in two colours, in calfskin, from $1,850. - RT

For the brand’s mini cross-body styles from the same series, go to our digital edition.
 
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"The bag covers the waist when it’s a waist pouch, and the chest when it’s used as a cross-body."