Fanny Packs Safe to Wear Again?

[WDanW]

I started going to DW in 1995 and have gone (on average) every other year since. In the beginning it was great because all I needed to carry my stuff was my fanny pack. Over the past few years my "cool" friends have made fun of me saying that they were out of style so I have struggled with backpacks, camera bags, and pockets full of stuff, but recently I noticed a number of celebrities and clothing designers are trying to bring them back.

So the big question is... Are people wearing them to the parks again or will I be ridiculed for wearing mine when I go in April?

Thanks

[mechanic]

Lol. Fanny packs are not "cool". Your friends will probably always tease you . No one else will give it a second glance. Wear it proudly if you find it useful.

[joonyer]

Yes, you can wear a fanny pack if you want to. And don't forget your jorts!

[Eric87]

I started going to DW in 1995 and have gone (on average) every other year since. In the beginning it was great because all I needed to carry my stuff was my fanny pack. Over the past few years my "cool" friends have made fun of me saying that they were out of style so I have struggled with backpacks, camera bags, and pockets full of stuff, but recently I noticed a number of celebrities and clothing designers are trying to bring them back.

So the big question is... Are people wearing them to the parks again or will I be ridiculed for wearing mine when I go in April?

Thanks

It's funny you brought this up. I believe they are starting to make a comeback. This past weekend, my wife bought some stuff from Victoria Secret Pink and they were giving away free fanny packs with a certain dollar amount. I wouldn't be surprised if you start seeing them in the parks again.

[missymouseworld]

Yes, you can wear a fanny pack if you want to. And don't forget your jorts!

....and the sandals with black knee socks....

[WDanW]

Yes, you can wear a fanny pack if you want to. And don't forget your jorts!

....and the sandals with black knee socks....

Uh, oh... looks like I have some shopping to do before I go

[ibelieveindisneymagic]

Fanny packs are still horrible. But, my Mom loves hers, and wears it proudly at Disney, no matter how much we tease her.

And yes, I have my own issues. I wear socks with crocs.

[Altair]

At what point did it become necessary to carry around so much junk to an amusement park? If fanny packs are a fashion problem, backpacks aren't the answer. What's next, hiring Sherpa's?

[WDanW]

At what point did it become necessary to carry around so much junk to an amusement park? If fanny packs are a fashion problem, backpacks aren't the answer. What's next, hiring Sherpa's?

Well, for me its...

• Wallet (or at least cash/credit cards)
• Camera
• Phone (this could go in my pocket but on some rides I would rather it was secure)
• Car keys (we drive to the parks)
• My sunglasses (when on rides)
• Kids sunglasses (when they get sick of wearing them, or they are on rides)
• Snacks (it keeps us from getting 'Hangry')
• Pins (if we decide to trade)
• Vinylmations (if the kids buy any)
• Receipts (I like to recap everything we spend when we get home)

... So, where do I rent the Sherpa from?

[BrerGnat]

And yes, I have my own issues. I wear socks with crocs.

My kids do this too! And they couldn't care less whether it's "cool" or not.

[Stu29573]

I remember going in the 90's and wearing my leather American flag fannie pack proudly! I stopped not because of current styles (I've never given a rip anout that) but because so many of my items are now in my phone...and my video camera would take up most of the pack anyway, so I just wear it around my neck. Also....cargo pants can take the place of Sherpas....

[vicster]

I use a Disney fanny pack I bought a couple of years ago. I'm hands free and don't care what anyone thinks.

[CynBeth]

I always see people wearing fanny packs to ball games and other tourist spots whether in my state or on vacation and we do as well.

[mechanic]

I remember going in the 90's and wearing my leather American flag fannie pack proudly! I stopped not because of current styles (I've never given a rip anout that) but because so many of my items are now in my phone...and my video camera would take up most of the pack anyway, so I just wear it around my neck. Also....cargo pants can take the place of Sherpas....

Cargo pants are getting a fair amount of hate lately, but I like having secured storage pockets. Everyone should do what works for them.

[marlyn]

Cargo pants, fanny packs or Crocs...not sure which is worse....

Having said that though....whatever works and makes you comfortable to tour the parks is all that matters. People walk around the parks with goofy hats. I hardly think anyone will look at you twice with a fanny pack. Wear it with pride!!!

[LVT]

WDW is an arduous endurance event. The gear helps.

[baldburke]

Cargo pants, fanny packs or Crocs...not sure which is worse....

Indeed! Crocs and fanny packs are always in style at Disney!

Thankfully the kids are older. Only if there is an overwhelming chance of rain to I carry a backpack anymore. Usually it's just the magic band, phone and a money clip with a few bucks, an ID and an extra card...just in case. Hands free is the way to go!

[WDanW]

Thanks for all the advice everyone. I think I will be proudly wearing my fanny pack this trip and enjoying the freedom it provides. I might have to hide it in all the pictures of me though, just in case

[Jeff]

I was just at the parks last week. I saw many folks wearing fanny packs but only one pair of Jorts!

[vicster]

Thanks for all the advice everyone. I think I will be proudly wearing my fanny pack this trip and enjoying the freedom it provides. I might have to hide it in all the pictures of me though, just in case

Haha - I turned my around for all pictures so it looks like I have a black belt on