Makayla Handwoven Leather Fanny Pack
The Makayla Handwoven Leather Fanny Pack isn’t really a “fanny pack”—it’s what happens when you take the cultural baggage of the ‘90s, sandblast the irony off, and rebuild it into something genuinely beautiful.
What It Is:
Handwoven in Bali from fine, top-grade leather, this artisan-made sling bag is large enough to carry what actually matters (phone, wallet, keys, sunglasses, that book you keep pretending to read) without looking like you just left a theme park gift shop. With its adjustable strap, you can wear it as a crossbody, over-the-shoulder, or yes, even on your waist if you’re leaning fully into nostalgia.
Why It’s Different:
Most “fanny packs” are either laughably utilitarian or aggressively trendy—this one is neither. It’s built in small batches, designed to last years instead of seasons, and made by artisans whose weaving skills exist in direct defiance of fast fashion. The Makayla is essentially a paradox: functional but elevated, casual but luxe, familiar but not cliché.
Key Details:
Handwoven in Bali from premium leather
Spacious design with lightweight structure
Adjustable strap for waist, shoulder, or crossbody wear
Secure zipper closure with cotton lining
Dimensions: 15"L x 7.5"H x 2.75"D (38cm x 19cm x 7cm)
Crafted in small batches to minimize waste
Care Instructions: Treat it like a friendship you want to keep—don’t neglect it, don’t leave it out in the rain, and it will only get better with time.
The Makayla Handwoven Leather Fanny Pack is the rare bag that manages to be nostalgic, functional, and undeniably stylish—without ever feeling like a gimmick.
About the brand: Powered by People
Powered by People is basically what happens when “shopping small” gets a global operating system. Instead of mass-produced sameness, they connect you with makers who are spinning out hand-dyed textiles, hand-thrown ceramics, and jewelry that feels like it was pulled from an alternate reality where craftsmanship never went out of style. The through-line isn’t just aesthetics—it’s the insistence that every object has both utility and a backstory, often rooted in sustainable practices, reclaimed materials, and cultural traditions that would otherwise get bulldozed by the modern marketplace. In short: they’re trying to prove that conscious consumption doesn’t have to look like homework.