A fanny pack is a handy and useful accessory to carry all your essentials when you are on the go. However, calling it a fanny pack doesn't sound very glamorous. Here are some alternative words that can be used instead: waist bag, hip bag, belt bag, bum bag, and stomach bag. Some people refer to it as a sling bag or a crossbody bag when worn across the chest. The use of these synonyms makes the accessory sound less like a touristy, tacky item and more like a stylish and functional accessory. So next time you need to refer to your fanny pack, switch it up with these alternative words.