Men's belt bags: how to choose and what to wear with?

Men's belt bag is a practical, convenient and stylish accessory that can organically fit into the image of any modern man.... Such a model of a bag will suit both a mature business person and a young fan of a casual sports or casual style with equal success. What types of belt bags do modern manufacturers offer men? How to choose the right accessory for yourself? With what to wear it? About this and much more in the article.

Traditionally, a belt bag is a case or case made of soft and durable material, equipped with a belt with a buckle-fixing. The length of the strap is easily adjustable, so the bag can be worn both at the waist (belt) and at the hip line. There is no generally accepted name for this accessory, despite the fact that the history of its origin goes back more than a dozen years. Quite often, such a model of a bag is called a ombudsman, "kidney", "banana" ("banana"), organizer, "kangaroo", wallet.

The capacity of the belt bag is small, therefore it is suitable for carrying small items - documents, pocket accessories, money, phone, keys, wallet. Such an accessory is practically indispensable for trips and travels, business trips, hiking trips, excursions and walks.

Modern manufacturers of men's accessories offer an impressive range of belt bags for every taste. After reviewing the assortment of products, each representative of the stronger sex will be able to choose the accessory that will successfully complement the usual image.

The sports belt bag is a compact functional accessory that is part of the equipment of many amateur athletes, skaters, cyclists, horse riding, hiking and outdoor enthusiasts.

Casual belt bags are popular with young people and fans of an active lifestyle. Such accessories great for any outfit in casual and sporty styles. They are distinguished by their laconic design and increased capacity. You can wear such a bag model both on the belt and on the hips. Many fans of the casual style prefer to wear the accessory on the chest or back (like a mini-backpack), throwing the waist belt over the neck (this way of wearing the accessory is called a cross-body).

Classic waist bags (wallet bags and organizer bags for phones) usually preferred by men of mature age, gravitating towards a strict business style. Classic accessories are characterized by a minimalistic design, the absence of decorative elements and unnecessary accessories, a flat rectangular or crescent shape.

Tactical waist bag - a stylish and practical accessory made in the spirit of a military. Such models are popular with athletes, airsoft players and paintball fans. Tactical bags are made of camouflage material or tarpaulin, equipped with many patch pockets and compartments. They can be worn on a belt, fixed on a backpack.

In the manufacture of men's belt bags, modern manufacturers use a wide range of materials that differ in texture, color, strength and other characteristics. The most expensive are the models made genuine leather... The most affordable products are considered made of plastic, silicone, textile. In the collections of some manufacturers, you can find extravagant models of belt bags for men. from reptile skin and natural fur.

Most often, in the manufacture of these accessories, manufacturers use materials such as:

• genuine leather (calf, sheep, cowhide);
• artificial leather (eco-leather, leatherette based on microfiber, polyurethane, polyvinyl chloride);
• natural and artificial suede;
• tarpaulin (canvas);
• tapestry;
• denim (denim);
• canvas (visually reminiscent of canvas);
• cordura;
• nylon;
• Oxford.

In the manufacture of textile belt bags, manufacturers use professional protective compounds and impregnations that enhance the strength, thermal and moisture-protective properties of materials... With the help of such impregnation, products acquire increased resistance to moisture, deformation, mechanical damage, high and low temperatures.

This season, designers have presented a number of collections of men's belt bags in a classic and original design. The focus was on multifunctional models of trapezoidal and semi-moon shape with a removable, adjustable strap.

For fans of unusual accessories, designers offer ultra-modern belt bags made in a futuristic style. They are distinguished from ordinary models by their original asymmetric shape, bright and variegated colors (red, orange, deep yellow, salad green), an abundance of patch pockets with protective flaps, the presence of reflective inserts, intricate fasteners and chrome-plated decorative rivets.

Still at the peak of popularity remain classic models with a laconic design. Their distinctive features - strict straight lines and corners, no unnecessary accessories and decorative elements, simple monochromatic colors (black, beige, reddish brown, gray and blue).

When choosing a men's belt bag, you should be guided by such criteria as:

• purchase destination - for work, travel, travel, hiking, sports;
• features of a casual look, favorite clothing style - sports, business, casual, military;
• product characteristics, its quality.

If the bag is selected to create a strict business image, then it is advisable to give preference to classic simple models of a rectangular or trapezoidal shape. Usually such models are equipped with a removable adjustable strap, without which the bag can be used as a wallet, small organizer, clutch. Elegant belt bags made of genuine embossed leather, suede or good quality eco-leather will perfectly complement your business look.

To create a casual look, practical leather and textile models with a crescent shape, which can be worn both on the belt and on the shoulder, are optimal. Recommended colors are neutral (black, gray, beige, brown, white). For young men, designers are advised to consider two-tone models and denim products with brown leather inserts.

For fans of a sporty and military style, large and roomy baggy models made of tarpaulin, Oxford or avisent are optimal. When buying such a bag, you should make sure that it is firmly fixed on the belt and that the belt does not restrict movement.

Choosing a belt bag, its spaciousness and functionality should be evaluated... The product should have several main compartments and one secret (hidden), designed for storing small valuables and documents. The secret compartment should be made of waterproof or rubberized material. The size of the compartment for carrying your smartphone should be suitable for the size of the device you are using.

A good quality bag has smooth solid seams, strong fittings. The lining fabric of a quality product always fits snugly against the base material.

The zippers on the bag should be easy to zip up and open... The zipper slider should move evenly and smoothly. Products with metal zippers and locks are considered the most durable. The least durable plastic fittings are considered. When buying a product, make sure that the length of the waist belt allows you to securely fix the bag at the waist. While walking, the belt should not constrain movement or cause discomfort.

The most comfortable are belt bags with an adjustable strap and a fastener. When buying such a model, you need to make sure that the buckle securely and tightly fixes the belt at the desired point. When purchasing a branded product, make sure that the brand name on the bag is written without errors.

Traditionally, classic belt bags are worn at the waist, placing the product in the abdomen or just below. Fashionable youth models are often worn on the hip line (at the level of the trouser belt). A very popular way to carry belt bags, which bears the name cross bodysuit (translated from English, it means "crossing the body"). When worn this way, the waist belt runs diagonally through the body — for example, from the right shoulder to the left side. So you can wear not only sports and military bags, but also casual (casual) style.

They are considered very comfortable to wear. rectangular and rounded models with removable straps. Usually, such products are equipped with special additional fasteners, with the help of which the bag can be fixed on a trouser belt, a strap of a tourist backpack, on sports equipment.

Designers recommend combining classic models of belt bags with clothes of a similar style. Models made in the style of the classics are characterized by:

• angular shapes, strict geometry;
• discreet neutral colors;
• minimalistic design, no unnecessary accessories and decorative elements.

Classic waist bags go well with business shirts and trousers, formal coats, double-breasted jackets, vests.

Casual bags ideal for creating a casual look. They are recommended to be worn with T-shirts and jeans, cardigans, pullovers, sweatshirts and hoodies, slacks and chinos. Young men often carry belt bags with casual, wide jeans and sweatshirts. In such an ensemble, the accessory is preferably worn on the shoulder (cross-body).

Designers recommend combining sports and tactical waist bags with clothing of the appropriate style. So, these accessories should be worn with tracksuits, camouflage jackets and trousers, elongated shorts, loose T-shirts and polo shirts (T-shirts).

Modern men increasingly prefer branded accessories. Belt bags produced under a well-known trade mark not only stand out for their impeccable quality and stylish design, but also allow you to emphasize the special status of their owner.

Below is a list of the most famous brands, whose products are popular with the stronger sex.

Legendary German manufacturer of fashionable clothes, perfumes and accessories. The modern product range of this company also includes stylish designer belt bags for men of all ages.

Accessories produced under this brand name are made of high-strength modern materials, strong and durable fittings. The extensive range of Hugo Boss belt bags includes high quality products in business, casual and sporty styles. Especially popular among men are classic and versatile models made of genuine embossed leather.

A well-known Russian-Italian brand, under which stylish bags and small designer leather goods are produced. The company's product range includes stylish branded belt bags in classic and casual styles.

The largest American company specializing in the production of high-quality sportswear, shoes and accessories. Nike branded hipbags from the Sportswear Heritage line are perfect for sports. They are distinguished by compactness, attractive and laconic design, high quality materials. Adjustable straps ensure a perfect fit, and durable, wear-resistant hardware provides a secure fit at the waist.

The range includes products in practical black, olive and silver gray. All accessories have a company logo on the outside or inside of the product.

A popular American manufacturer of clothing, footwear and accessories for men and women. The range of products produced under this brand includes ultra-fashionable and classic models of men's belt bags made of leather and high-strength textiles. All models are equipped with comfortable adjustable waist and shoulder straps and durable metal fittings. For young men, the manufacturer offers belt bags in bright colors with intricate prints and decorative pendants.

Another legendary French brand, under which stylish clothes and bags, perfumes and luxury accessories are produced. The range of products offered by this company includes men's belt bags with exclusive designs and original finishes. One of the fresh outdoor lines includes ultra-trendy cowhide leather bags with high-strength metal hardware. The line is represented by models of salad yellow, black and silver-white colors.

The largest American manufacturer of outerwear and underwear, perfumes, shoes and accessories for women and men. The range of products of this brand includes lines of men's belt bags, made in classic, casual and sporty styles. In the manufacture of products, the manufacturer uses natural and artificial leather, high-strength technical fabric, artificial fur.

When creating an image, designers recommend being guided by the peculiarities of the style in which the accessory is made. Classic models are ideal for both business and everyday looks. Casual models can be combined with both casual and sportswear. Sporty and tactical hipbags are perfect for a casual, informal look.

• To create a stylish business image you can use an ensemble consisting of classic dark trousers, a snow-white long-sleeved shirt and a cropped charcoal gray jacket. A strict belt bag made of embossed black leather fits perfectly into this ensemble.The jacket in this look should be worn unbuttoned.

• A catchy, casual look designers recommend creating with dark blue jeans, a white jersey T-shirt and a gray-green thin sweater. A compact textile bag on a belt, made in black and gray or black and blue tones, is ideal for such a practical ensemble. The bag in this look is recommended to be worn directly over the jumper. A discreet cross-body bag will also look very original with the proposed ensemble.

• Another striking example of a casual look provides for the use of an ensemble consisting of dark gray slacks or jeans, a green jersey T-shirt and a short leather motorcycle jacket. An excellent addition to this ensemble will be a rectangular leather belt bag.

• For a stylish military look An ensemble of spacious camouflage trousers, a pearl gray T-shirt and a light mint-colored jacket will do. A simple belt bag made of tarpaulin or camouflage fabric will organically fit into such an image. The jacket in this ensemble is also suggested to be worn open.

• An example of a very simple yet stylish sporty look the ensemble of navy straight-leg jeans, a milky white jersey T-shirt and a loose denim shirt could be the option. A bag made of colored textiles with a wide waist belt will successfully complement this image. A shirt in such an ensemble is worn without buttoning, slightly tucking the sleeves.

• To create casual casual lookSuitable for a party or city stroll, designers recommend a dark slacks or skinny jeans, a gray or olive t-shirt, and a long-sleeved plaid shirt. A black crescent-shaped textile belt bag is a great addition to this ensemble. Recommended footwear - classic leather boots, matched to the jeans.

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