What your wallet says about you
Similar to a watch, a gentleman’s wallet can say a lot about him. Its style, condition, colour and contents can all shed light on aspects of your persona, so before you next get it out to pay on a date, take a good look at it. Here is what your wallet says about you.
THE CLASSIC
, Classic wallets are just that, classic. Usually finished in either black or brown leather, these wallets exude a timelessness that won’t have gone unnoticed by their owner. Those with a classic wallet favour the simple, quality things in life. No unnecessary details are needed.
Mulberry Leather Billfold and Coin Wallet, £225 from Mr Porter // Paul Smith Leather Billfold Wallet, £150 from Mr Porter // Massimo Dutti Embossed Leather Wallet, £32.95 from Massimo Dutti // Il Bussetto Brown Leather Wallet, £84 from Pure Luxuries
THE CARDHOLDER
, The cardholder takes this minimalist notion a step further though, only featuring storage for cards. This keeps it streamlined, ensuring there is no untimely pocket bulge that will ruin the line of your trousers. Those with cardholders go by the mantra ‘less is more’ which, when it comes to style, isn’t a bad route to take.
Montblanc Soft Grain Pocket, £85 from Montblanc // Polo Ralph Lauren Leather Cardholder, £45 from Mr Porter // Hugo Boss Myto Card Holder, £70 from House of Fraser // J. Crew Wallace & Barnes Leather Card Holder, £88 from J. Crew
THE COLOURFUL ONE,
Looking to make a statement, those who purchase colourful wallets aren’t afraid of a bit of attention. Although it has the potential to clash with the rest of your outfit, the colourful wallet tells those around you that you don’t take yourself too seriously, as it has the potential to give off a bit of humour and individuality when you get it out at the bar.
Acquascutum Leather Billfold, £150 from Acquascutum // Il Busetto Dark Green Leather Wallet, £85 from Liberty // Valentino Camouflage Cardholder, £120 from Liberty // Maison Martin Margiela Watersnake Cardholder, £160 from Matches Fashion
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