Abstract: A hands-free bag carrying device includes a belt element adapted to be worn around a waist of a user; and at least one hook assembly, affixed to the belt element, and having at least one hook element. A hook element is adapted to securely hold a handle of a bag having a particular weight, such that the at least one hook element, the at least one hook assembly, and the belt element cooperatively transfer the weight of the bag to the waist of the user. The device can optionally include a plurality of hook assemblies, which can include one or a plurality of hook elements. Optionally, the at least one hook assembly can be movably affixed to the belt element.