Bum bags have been part of the fashion scene for quite some time (discover the history of the bum bag, a timeless accessory). Forget the stereotypes: bum bags are anything but uncool! Compact, practical, original and incredibly stylish (yes, really), they’re the perfect accessory for all kinds of occasions. Discover our selection of eco-friendly and vegan bum bags, combining practicality, quality and a commitment to the environment.
How to wear a bum bag?
1/ Eco-friendly bum bag: Meanwhile Boutique’s exclusive design
A creation born from a collaboration between Meanwhile Boutique and Zgrouitch
Burgundy upcycled bum bag (limited edition)
€55.00
Values:
🇫🇷 Made in France
🌀 Zero-waste lifestyle
🏠 Locally made
🐨 Vegan
👐🏽 Social impact and solidarity
👤 Craftsmanship
💎 Limited edition
🔁 Upcycling
This ethical bum bag is an exclusive product, created through a collaboration between Zgrouitch and Meanwhile Boutique! Like the other pieces in the collection, it has a story of its own. When it came to making it, Marguerite, the brand’s founder, had free rein. To capture the spirit of Meanwhile Boutique, she drew inspiration from the collective’s colours—navy blue, pink and burgundy—and paired them with natural motifs.
Like all the products from her brand, this eco-friendly bum bag is handmade from old fabrics that the designer salvages from various fabric shops. Marguerite adds an adjustable strap to all her bags so everyone can wear her creations in comfort.
2/ Eco-friendly bum bag: The upcycled one
Made entirely from deadstock fabrics
"Boston" upcycled fabric bum bag by Hedison
€69.00
Values:
♻️ Recycling
⚖️ Fair trade
✅ Certified
🇪🇺 Made in Europe
🇫🇷 Made in France
🌀 Zero-waste lifestyle
🌳 Forest conservation
🏠 Locally made
👐🏽 Social impact and solidarity
👤 Craftsmanship
🔁 Upcycling
🗓️ Made to order
This eco-friendly bum bag is made using deadstock fabrics. In other words, fabric offcuts that would otherwise be thrown away are reused to create new pieces. Nothing goes to waste; everything is transformed!
Anne-Sophie, founder of the Hedison brand, is a designer committed above all to reducing waste and making use of existing resources. The products are designed to last, made to order wherever possible, produced in Europe and recyclable.
With this eco-friendly bum bag, you can easily carry all your belongings while also supporting mindful, responsible consumption.
3/ Eco-friendly bum bag: The fruity one
Vegan from head to toe
€45.00
Values:
🇫🇷 Made in France
🏠 Locally made
🐨 Vegan
👤 Craftsmanship
💎 Limited edition
🗓️ Made to order
🚺 Women’s empowerment
Discover our eco-friendly upcycled cotton bag, flocked and carefully made in the brand’s Marseille workshop. A perfect accessory for combining style with a commitment to sustainability.
Handmade by women artisans in Marseille, this eco-friendly bum bag has two pockets—one large external pocket and one small internal pocket—as well as a detachable strap with carabiner clips.
4/ Eco-friendly bum bag: The stylish one
A simple material for a trendy bag!
Values:
⚖️ Fair trade
🇫🇷 Made in France
🌿 Organic
🏠 Locally made
👐🏽 Social impact and solidarity
👤 Craftsmanship
💎 Limited edition
🔁 Upcycling
🚺 Women’s empowerment
Here’s a stylish vegan bum bag made from organic cotton: brilliant in every sense of the word.
It is handmade by women weavers from eight ethnic minorities in Southeast Asia. These weavers, whose skills have been passed down from generation to generation, are supported by the Opportunity for Women association, which specialises in designing cushions and accessories. This initiative helps women in these regions get back into the workforce.
Made from organic cotton and naturally dyed with plant-based pigments, these bum bags have a unique elegance. Their design stands out with captivating blue patterns that immediately catch the eye.
This versatile bag combines durability with plenty of storage space. Its generous capacity makes it easy to carry your personal belongings without having to hold them in your hands. As well as being practical, this bag can also be worn as a fashion accessory, adding an elegant touch to your outfit for evenings out and other events.
The Opportunity for Women brand also offers a range of bum bag designs, available from Meanwhile Boutique!
5/ Eco-friendly bum bag: The Binette
Hand-assembled by artisans with traditional skills
Values:
🐨 Vegan
👤 Craftsmanship
💎 Limited edition
🔁 Upcycling
🚺 Women’s empowerment
Why throw something away when it can be reused? That’s the mantra of Binette! To create this ethical bum bag, the French brand opted for upcycling. The founders salvaged this dusty pink cotton fabric from a stock of deadstock material to give it a second life. And what better way to give it a little boost than by turning it into a bum bag?
This bag is handmade in a workshop by tailors in Turkey, whose skills are renowned in the leather goods industry. This XL bum bag has a capacity of 6 L, so it can carry plenty of items, even bulky ones.
This eco-friendly bum bag is available in several colours: navy blue, yellow and seafoam green.
6/ Eco-friendly bum bag: The recycled fabric one
100% made from recycled materials
Recycled solid-colour fabric fanny pack - €59.00
Values:
♻️ Recycled
⚖️ Fair trade
🇪🇺 Made in Europe
🌿 Organic
🏠 Made locally
🐨 Vegan
👤 Craftsmanship
The Wouf brand offers eco-responsible accessories for everyday use. This fanny pack is made from 100% recycled fabrics: more specifically, from post-consumer plastic bottles.
It is suitable for all seasons, with its water-repellent coating and large compartment allowing you to carry your belongings safely. The details are just as carefully crafted, with the use of Oeko-Tex certified inks.
The products are made in Spain through a short supply chain, are available in several colours and patterns such as the highly trendy leopard print!
7/ Eco-responsible fanny pack: Vintage Style
A timeless style
Organic cotton fanny pack - Retro Flowers
Values:
✅ Certified
🇪🇺 Made in Europe
🐨 Vegan
👤 Craftsmanship
💎 Limited edition
This is the vintage vegan bag of the selection, and it is designed by Lundi au Soleil.
Hand-embroidered in a workshop in Poland, the little colourful flowers adorning the front of the bag are imagined and drawn by Vanessa, the brand's creator. They are therefore unique designs!
This bag has a single pocket in which tissues, keys, phone or even a coin purse can be stored without difficulty. For the eco-responsible side, the brand chooses GOTS certified organic cotton, a natural and vegan material.
8/ Eco-responsible fanny pack: The Minimalist
Made from 100% recyclable material
Values:
♻️ Recycled
⚖️ Fair trade
✅ Certified
🌀 Zero waste lifestyle
🌳 Forest preservation
🐨 Vegan
👤 Craftsmanship
A bag that is at once practical, ethical and aesthetic. This is what the American brand Akkoniq offers. Fans of minimalism, Dan and Alona, the founders, chose simplicity with a neutral and timeless design. The goal? To reduce the use of natural resources as much as possible and offer products that last over time.
To design this eco-responsible fanny pack, they recommend Tyvek Polar, a 100% recyclable material with a texture as soft as paper. It is resistant to water, rain, snow and any other liquid. In terms of storage space, the bag has a large inner pocket, spacious enough to hold a water bottle.
Like all Akkoniq products, the “Astrid” fanny pack is PETA certified.
9/ Habo Fanny Pack - Several Colours
Made from recycled PET
€49.90
Values:
♻️ Recycled
🐨 Vegan
👐🏽 Social and solidarity impact
✅ Certified
Discover the Habo fanny pack, a trendy and eco-responsible piece from the Kapten & Son brand that will accompany you every day. Made from water-repellent vegan materials, it combines functionality and style while respecting our planet. Its practical pockets and elegant design make it a must-have for all your outings.
Choose the Habo fanny pack and opt for a unique accessory that reflects your values of sustainability and style. Its thoughtful design and practical aspect make it the ideal companion for an active and responsible life. Don't wait any longer, adopt this bag that perfectly combines aesthetics and respect for the environment!
10/ Crochet fanny pack - several colours
Made from recycled materials
Crochet fanny pack - several colours
€65.00
Values:
♻️ Recycled
⚖️ Fair trade
🇪🇺 Made in Europe
🌿 Organic
🐨 Vegan
👤 Craftsmanship
The crochet fanny pack from the brand Wouf is a unique artisanal piece, crocheted, which combines practicality and style. With its striped print and eco-responsible construction, it is perfect for carrying your essentials while adding a touch of Mediterranean to your summer outings.
Adopt the fanny pack for a casual and trendy look while making an ethical choice thanks to its artisanal craftsmanship and recycled materials. Don't miss the opportunity to stand out while respecting our planet!
11/ Eco-responsible fanny pack: The Natural
With a 100% organic cotton social impact
Quilted Sage fanny pack in organic cotton - Olivia
€42.00
Values:
⚖️ Fair trade
✅ Certified
🌿 Organic
🏠 Made locally
🐨 Vegan
👐🏽 Social and solidarity impact
👤 Craftsmanship
💎 Limited edition
🗓️ Made to order
🚺 Women Empowerment
🧴 Zero plastic
Here is a totally plant-based eco-responsible fanny pack in GOTS certified organic cotton. Once woven, cotton is known to be supple, soft and resistant. It is also easy to dye because it absorbs colours very well.
This fanny pack has many advantages: spacious, designed by hand to last while remaining comfortable. It is available in 9 colours: blue, red, black and light green... Quilted or not, there is something for everyone with different types and sizes of fanny packs.
The brand Hindbag designs organic cotton bags in partnership with an Indian NGO that employs women in need and helps their children go to school.
In addition, 40% of the product price is redistributed to the NGO. Not bad for a bag, right?
12/ Upcycled Fanny Pack: The Responsible Urban Accessory
Streetwear meets second life
From €55.00
Values:
💎 Limited edition
🔁 Upcycling 🇫🇷 Made in France
🌀 Zero-waste lifestyle
Made from repurposed fabric scraps, this made-in-France fanny pack proves that fashion and ecology go hand in hand. Its compact size (18x5x15 cm) conceals optimal organization with a zippered main pocket and front compartment. Perfect for urban travel, it adapts to all body types thanks to its adjustable strap. A zero-waste essential for modern nomads!
13/ XL vegan apple leather fanny pack - several colors
Handmade in France
XL vegan apple leather fanny pack - several colors
125.00€
Values:
♻️ Recycling
🇪🇺 Made in Europe
🇫🇷 Made in France
🌀 Zero-waste lifestyle
🐨 Vegan
👤 Craftsmanship
💎 Limited edition
🔁 Upcycling
🗓️ Made to order
This ergonomic XL fanny pack from the Atelier Ikigai brand is designed to offer you maximum comfort and style, whether you wear it crossbody or slung across your hip. Made with eco-responsible materials such as apple leather and a cotton strap, this piece is ideal for those seeking both durability and modern design. Its magnetic flap and adjustable strap add practicality and elegance to your outfit.
Choosing this ergonomic fanny pack means opting for a product that combines comfort, style, and environmental responsibility. Perfect for everyday use, it will add a touch of elegance while respecting your ethical values.
To discover all our upcycled bags, click here.
14/ French fanny pack in upcycled fabric - several colors
A second life for event tarpaulins
French fanny pack in repurposed fabric
34.00 €
Values:
⚖️ Fair trade
🇫🇷 Made in France
🌀 Zero-waste lifestyle
🏠 Made locally
🐨 Vegan
👐🏽 Social and solidarity impact
👤 Craftsmanship
💎 Limited edition
🤚🏼 Handmade
Recycling and upcycling have stimulated the creativity of some designers, radically transforming the perception of fashion. This is particularly the case with the French brand Atelier Atout Linge, which makes fanny packs from recycled event tarpaulins.
These bags, made in France (Vendée), are practical and offer you all the mobility you need. Indeed, it features a large zippered pocket that allows you to keep your everyday accessories (phone, wallet, etc.) secure for a walk or to avoid being weighed down at a festival or on a trip, whether day or night!
These bags, like all the brand's products, come from a reintegration workshop based in Fontenay-le-Comte; which highlights the brand's social impact.
15/ Eco-responsible fanny pack: The long one in jute
Leather made with grapes
Upcycled jute fabric fanny pack - Bordeaux
78.00 €
Values:
🇪🇺 Made in Europe
🇫🇷 Made in France
🐨 Vegan
👤 Craftsmanship
💎 Limited edition
🔁 Upcycling
🗓️ Made to order
Handcrafted by the plant-based leather goods brand Théane, this women's fanny pack is the perfect accessory for a trendy and ethical look.
Théane makes this bag in the Centre Val-de-Loire region from an innovative material: a "leather" vegan made from grape marc. This eco-friendly alternative, originating from northern Italy, is composed of 80% plant-based and recycled materials, thus valorizing the byproducts of the wine and olive oil industries.
This bag is designed to have a long lifespan. The base of the bag has a rather classic, timeless shape, which allows it to have a long lifespan because it is timeless. The fact that you can change the flaps allows you to change the bag without really changing it, so you can treat yourself while still avoiding overconsumption.
16/ Solid recycled fabric fanny pack - several colors
Adjustable in recycled fabric - Made in Spain
Solid recycled fabric fanny pack - several colors
59.00 €
Values:
♻️ Recycling
⚖️ Fair trade
🇪🇺 Made in Europe
🌿 Organic / Bio
🏠 Made locally
🐨 Vegan
👤 Craftsmanship
Carry your essentials in style thanks to this recycled fabric fanny pack from Wouf, designed to combine practicality and eco-responsible commitment. Its compact size, adjustable strap, and water-repellent finish make it the ideal accessory to keep your phone, wallet, and keys close at hand every day.
Made in Spain using a short supply chain from post-consumer recycled plastic bottles, this fanny pack stands out for its meticulous finishes and durable materials. Available in several colors and patterns, it adds an urban and responsible touch to all your outfits.
17/ Adjustable upcycled handmade fanny pack - several patterns
Quilted half-moon bag – "Whispering Tiger" 39€
Values:
⚖️ Fair trade
🌀 Zero-waste lifestyle
🐨 Vegan
👤 Craftsmanship
💎 Limited edition
The Quilted fanny pack is the ideal accessory to combine practicality and elegance. Designed to keep the essentials close at hand, this bag is perfect for strolling or getting around with style and comfort.
Choosing the Quilted fanny pack, means opting for an accessory that combines traditional craftsmanship and ethical commitment. Be elegant while making a responsible choice! Don't miss the opportunity to stand out with this unique and stylish bag.
The Bonus: A second-hand eco-responsible fanny pack
Do you like hunting for second-hand pieces in retro or vintage styles? We recommend visiting thrift stores, you will find many bags and second-hand fanny packs, often unique and sometimes from our grandparents' era.
So, a fanny pack fan or not?
If you are curious, discover the history of the fanny pack, a timeless accessory and if you are already convinced, find all the other eco-responsible fanny pack models in our collection:
