Diane von Furstenberg offers a modern take on the fanny pack with this Elaine New Belt Bag.
Rather than providing a shoulder strap, Diane von Furstenberg’s given us a belt. This allows us to strap the Elaine on for a busy day of running errands or dancing up a storm at a summer music festival.
Of course that unusual carrying option won’t appeal to everyone, or even suit every occasion. Happily though we can easily use that belt as a regular shoulder strap, or even detach it entirely and use the Elaine like a clutch.
While its quirky carrier is the Elaine’s main draw card, it’s a pretty neat purse all on its own. Diane von Furstenberg’s used the very best cowhide leather in a classic bohemian brown hue. The long tassel at the side adds to the Elaine’s free-spirited feel.
It’s not very big, but we wouldn’t want anything strapped to our hip to be bulky. That means we don’t get a lot of storage space, but what is here is organized well. The zippered pocket inside and patch pocket underneath the flap make the Elaine easier to manage.
At $345 the Elaine is a bit expensive for a bag so small, but its versatility helps us justify the splurge.
More Features of This Diane von Furstenberg Belt Pouch
- An adjustable canvas belt
- Turn-lock closure and zip to main compartment
- Fully lined interior
- Gold-toned hardware
- Measures 5 x 9 x 1.5 inches
