My stylish, sporty mom had her eye on one thing last holiday season: the Everywhere belt bag from Lululemon. It’s a sleek, minimalist and versatile belt bag with one main compartment and a hidden zipper section in the back. It has a thick durable zipper, an adjustable strap and a front clasp so it can be worn as a cross-body bag, slung over your shoulder or clipped around your waist like a ’90s mom at a theme park. The only trouble is that both in-store and online, that bag is always sold out. Though it used to come in a selection of fun colors (I carry Narcan in a highlighter green one), these days you’ll be hard-pressed to find a single shade in stock. I was stuck. I wanted to fulfill her dreams without skimping on quality. So I turned to the internet to find the best lookalike I could. Enter the ODODOS unisex mini belt bag. Like the Lululemon one, it has a simple, flat front and isn’t covered in extra zippers or detailing. And users deem it the “perfect little pack!”AmazonODODOS unisex mini belt bagFinally, a minimalist cross-body bag that's actually in stock and comes in 39 colors. Made from water-resistant nylon with an adjustable strap measuring up to 48 inches, this budget-friendly cross-body bag will be your daily essential. It has a hidden back-zipper for your passport or extra cash and a large front pocket with a main compartment and mesh sections on the sides to organize your phone, keys, cards and other smaller items. The front clasp gives you extra security and the durable zipper is easy to open and close with one hand.It comes in a ton of fun colors, all of which are in stock, with the same features as the Everywhere bag: an adjustable strap, an easy-to-open main zipper, a main compartment with mesh sections and a pocket in the back to keep valuables close. It’s also about half the price.With thousands of five-star ratings and rave reviews, I ordered one for my mom knowing I could return it if it wasn’t what I wanted. I have the OG bag, after all, so I know what I’m looking for in terms of quality, durability and usability.Yet upon opening the bag and giving it a good inspection, I found all the reviewers to be totally on the money. The $19 doppelgänger is the same size as its Lululemon rival and is made from a good-looking fabric that feels nice to the touch. It’s easy to zip and unzip; fits your phone, wallet, keys and other everyday items; and its adjustable strap makes it super wearable in different styles. I was almost as excited to give it to my mom as she was to receive it. Amazon user Becca Reitano agreed that this bag is an ideal swap for the original in a review: “PSA FOR ALL MY BUDGET-FRIENDLY GIRLS! This belt bag is exactly like the lululemon one! it is so comfortable and holds all of my essentials perfectly.” If you’ve been thinking of hopping onto the crossbody trend or just want a budget-friendly handy waist bag for traveling, grab one ― or a couple ― for yourself and see other glowing reviews below. It also makes for an awesome Mother’s Day gift!“This is literally better than the lululemon belt bag and less than half the price. comes in so many different colors, and the material feels super durable. the adjustable strap it 10/10, and the bag itself holds so much more than i expected it too. i love this bag!!” — Paige”This bag is perfect. I was looking for the smallest fanny pack I could find. This one is petite, simple in design, and nice quality. There are a few mesh side pockets on the inside of the main compartment and then a large outer zippered pocket as well. Plenty of room for all the basics. Will easily fit a wallet, phone, keys, and even a pocket bible, so plenty of room for some extras. The color options are great. I kept olive and blue which is like a gray tinted blue. The navy was also really nice, but I liked the gray/blue a bit more. I like that the zipper doesn’t match the fabric color, instead it is a really nice gunmetal gray. The zipper runs plenty smooth. The strap lengthens to fit crossbody style just fine and I’m not a petite person. Definitely recommend!” — KBG”Great bag. Use it for all of my travels and has turned out very durable. The perfect size for all my immediate necessities. The strap is pretty comfortable, doesn’t dig into my neck even when stuffed to the max with things. The inner pockets are great for organizing and having things at a quick reach. The back zipper pocket is also great for keeping things like passports and money secure when traveling. Also the simplicity and fabric look great with casual and even nicer outfits.” — bunfth”Super amazing product it’s like the lulu lemon bag but half the price! I want one in every color!” — Amazon customerLooking for some more bags that scream “quiet luxury”? Check out these picks from previous HuffPost Shopping coverage.AmazonA crossbody that's pretty much the Goldilocks of pursesMade of high-quality vegan leather with gold hardware, this crossbody bag has been lauded by reviewers for how it's "not too big or small" and "goes with everything." That ideal size and style is in addition to an adjustable and removable strap with an intricate pattern and 10 pockets including zippered pockets and card slots to keep your things organized. The durable vegan leather is dirt- and water-resistant, and comes in 13 colors.AmazonA vegan leather crossbody with so many pocketsIf you prefer a slouchier or more relaxed design than the first crossbody bag we showed you, try this large capacity crossbody: It has eight pockets and is big enough to fit up to a 10.2-inch iPad. The bag is made with water-resistant faux leather, and the adjustable shoulder strap can turn it into a shoulder bag or handbag. The bag comes in five colorways.AmazonA clear sling that's ideal for stadium eventsTelena offers a clear version of their sling bag that is perfect for concerts, sporting events and other situations where a clear bag is required or you have to go through security. This version is slightly smaller than its faux leather counterpart, and features two compartments: a zipper pocket and a slot pocket on the front. The strap is also adjustable, and you can wear this bag as a crossbody, sling, chest or shoulder bag. It comes in 15 colorways.
This $14 Crossbody Is A 'Perfect Little Pack' Of A Lululemon Lookalike
The minimalist bag can be a cross-body, slung over your shoulder or clipped around your waist. There's “no need to buy Lulu,” says one user.
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