Design Hunting - For the Friend Who Jogs to Brunch

For her, running isn’t just exercise; it’s a mode of transportation. On weekends, she’s jogging down the Hudson River Greenway to brunch at Jack’s Wife Freda. Her definition of happy hour is a run through McCarren Park that ends with a glass of wine in Greenpoint. She doesn’t struggle to go the distance, but her refusal to run with a dorky belt bag does mean she has a hard time holding on to her stuff.

Surprisingly capacious, this fuzzy bag is fully capable of hauling a phone, wallet, keys, sunglasses, and other daily essentials. Interior pockets keep the extra-important stuff organized even when she’s in a full sprint. An adjustable strap and buckle system lets one wear it as a snug-fitting fanny pack or cross-body bag while keeping hands free, perfect for grocery runs or actual runs.

That storage space pairs with plenty of style thanks to a fleece exterior that creates a textured look that goes nicely with winter layers. Colorways of pink mist, white opal, and black are fit for any aesthetic with each offering a tasteful touch of gold on the zipper, buckles, and Lululemon logo. And best of all, if you order by December 20, shipping is free and the bag will arrive by December 24.

“A strategy for the ‘I already have too much stuff’ giftee: If they have a hobby that involves consumable supplies (knitting, painting, etc.), then give them some nice versions of those supplies — just check ahead of time what specs they care about.” —Erin Schwartz, writer