UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed.
Congrats to Lauren (lauren_rider@…) and Linda (bierce349@…)
When it comes to my every-day life, I’m ALWAYS on the lookout for products that not only help me to simplify and organize my busy life… but also are really easy to use.
Nothing bugs me more than a product that claims to help me simplify, but takes a full afternoon (and a Google or YouTube search) to figure out how to actually use it. I have so many examples of these types of products… seriously!!
So when Bev and Beth — the founders of BANDIwear — contacted me, I knew immediately that I would have no trouble promoting their new business and amazingly simple (yet super useful) products.
What is BANDI?
BANDI is a brand of super functional pocketed belts that hold all of your basic essentials so you can be on-the-go without lugging a heavy purse around.
It’s one of the most simplified products I’ve come across in a long time — so simple, Nora immediately knew what it was and what to do with it.
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The BANDI belts have two larger pockets that fit almost any smart phone, cash, ID’s, credit cards, tissues, and even a point and shoot camera. Then there’s a smaller pocket to the side for keys, lip gloss, gum, ear buds, baby pacifier, etc.
So like I said, the most basic essentials.
And if you’re like me, you frequently wear clothing without pockets (a.k.a. yoga pants every day) so this belt is actually perfect for playing outside with the kids, going for a walk, doing yard work, or even just wearing around the house so I don’t have to constantly look for my phone when I hear it ringing.
Yes, it fits even though I’m growing, and it’s almost invisible when my shirt hangs down over it.
Here are just a FEW of the many many BANDI color and fabric options you can choose from for your belt.
Of course you know me — I opted for the very neutral Mini Check in Black and Grey 🙂
Isn’t it cool!
I’ve been using my BANDI daily and am loving it!
I wore it on the airplane and to the Evernote conference I went to 2 weeks ago — and seriously, it was SO handy. I could keep my ID, boarding pass, cell phone, lip gloss, and gum handy while everything else could stay zipped up in my carry-on bag.
So many people asked me about my belt — and I hope some of them went back and made a purchase (especially if they were frequent travelers).
If you ask me, I’d say the uses for the BANDI belt are practically endless — and I honestly feel like this product could help almost anyone to simplify and organize.
Because of that, I’m SOOOOO excited to share this new product with you (and offer a couple of giveaways!)
The Giveaway:
Today, 2 lucky readers will win a BANDI belt. Winner can choose their choice of fabric.
Also, all readers will get FREE SHIPPING on orders placed from now through 10/16/13. Simply use the code: FREESHIPAD at checkout!
How to Enter:
{required} Leave a comment on this post. Why would you love a BANDI belt?
If you are reading this in your email or feed reader, please visit the actual blog post to enter. Email entries, Facebook comments, and Twitter messages will NOT be counted.
Prizes:
(2) BANDI belts as described above.
This giveaway ends at 10:00 pm on Friday, 10/11/2013 and is open to US residents, 18 years or older. I will use And the Winner Is to select the winning comments at random. Winners will be notified by email and noted at the top of this post. Winners must respond within 48 hours of notification to claim their prize or I will choose a new winner. Please see my full disclosure policy and contact me with any questions you have. Good luck!
Julia says
This product is SO up my alley! I rarely carry a purse and finding pants with pockets is very difficult. Both problems solved with one Bandi!!
bridget says
This would be great to have to hold the phone and keys at the park with the kids!
Clever idea!
I’d love to have one and will give some as gifts too.
Anne says
Sometimes I don’t have pockets! The Bani Belt would be the perfect solution!
Briana C. says
OMG, sooooo much better than a fanny pack… (that I keep for bike rides to hold my phone and keys).
Phyllis says
I am always biking, walking, and just really could use this, better then the ones I have from a competitor. What is better is that it has 2 separate compartments. I also like that it fits close to the body and you can’t see it, good for walking the streets of Chicago.
Elizabeth D says
I would use it for shopping with my two boys… My purse is constantly falling open, I’m not sure how I haven’t been robbed yet!
Gayle says
Would be lovely for running or grocery shopping and not worrying about where my purse is as I am grabbing what i need from the store shelves. Thanks for the opportunity.
Michelle C. says
I’d love this because of unique and functional it is…it’s also something I could lend out to friends when I didn’t need it!
Paige says
I would love a Bandi belt because it would make my life easier when out and about with a rambunctious toddler!
Laurie says
I would use this for running errands. Save my shoulders from carrying a purse; especially when I have other packages to carry.
Liz says
I would love this for me and my friend. We both are always looking for our phone and keys!
Melissa says
I would love this belt because I think it would make a fabulous FRUGAL gift for my mother in law for Christmas. I think she would love this for when she travels or goes to the gym!
susan says
I would love to use this when walking or going to the gym
Beth says
Sooo… since the founders of this company are Bev and Beth, it would be fun to give the fanny packs to a Bev and Beth. I am Beth, now you just need to locate a Bev. 😉
Sweta Sonulkar says
l love a BANDI belt because they are so many features,firstly I am short and this would support my tummy,secondly so adjustable throughout pregnancy and after,thirdly so many colours and designs to choose from,fourthly they look just adorable when worn.
Jenny says
This would be so handy when I’m trying to walk 2 huge dogs, a 2.5 year old, and my 6 month old. Can’t carry a purse, the toddler steals it or it gets tangled in leashes or baby hands. And I almost never have pockets!
Sadie says
Alway had a secret love for fanny packs… This is much more cute!!!! 🙂 need it!
Pamela A. says
A Bandi would be very handy!! Especially with 3 toddlers that love to dig in my purse!!
Rebecca C says
I would love this for travel and for exercising!
Thanks for the giveaway!
Erin says
This would be great for when I work out!
RaVae Erickson says
I would LOVE to have one of these for traveling/zoo trips with my kids!
theresa says
i would use it so i would not have to constantly look for my phone or keys I am so bad about putting them down and forgetting them with 4 boys trying to get homework done and 2 girls under age of 5 during the day i am always setting it down.
Heather Dawn says
I love going to the park with my little guy, and this would be a great way to have my camera handy without it actually hanging from my wrist! <3 your blog!
Kimberly says
Oh my! I would love this for walking the trails and for shopping. Perfect! Thanks.
Jill says
I would love to try it to enjoy the hands free benefit with having a 14 month old.
Donna says
This would make a wonderful Christmas gift for my daughter who hates to carry a purse and never has enough pockets.
Dawn Kaestner says
The ultimate hands-free device! Love:)
Melanie Pigg says
Would be GREAT to have at the park when you need your hands free to push little ones on the swings but still want your cell phone and keys handy!
cheri says
I would love to use it when I go for a walk. For the first time, I would take my phone and keys along with me for my safety’s sake!
Brenda Ferguson says
This would be perfect for me to use when traveling. I would love to have one!
Donna says
This would be great for shopping, no heavy purse to carry!
Nessa says
Way better than what I do… Sticking my phone in the waistband of my yoga pants and hoping it doesn’t slide too far.
Jacqueline Adams says
I have three small children and would love this to help keep my hands free. Thank you for the opportunity to win one!
Shannon says
Great for travel…and for playing outside with the kids since I often find myself wearing pants with no pockets also!
Meg says
Great for quick trips when I don’t want to tote an entire purse.
Julie H says
This would be awesome for running! My armband is so uncomfortable, this would be perfect!
Rachel says
Playing outside with the kids and running errands!
ASHLEY says
This would be great for traveling! And while doing chores around the house!
Jeni says
With two kids, I never seem to have enough hands to hold their things, wipe their nose, hold their hand, grab my keys, answer the phone, etc. when we are out and about. Anything that simplifies that process for me is a winner. And the Bandi looks just like it would do that!
deborah says
I think my daughter would love it! She doesn’t like a purse and she also would love using it when exploring in the woods!
Susan says
I would be great as a travelling mom.. !