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The best wallets for men: Top brands, style statements & coin pockets
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Best Overall
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Great Quality: Polo Ralph Lauren Pebble Leather Wallet |
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Best With Coin Pocket
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Country Style: Barbour Grain Leather Coin Wallet |
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Best Personalised
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Add Text & Photo: Personalised Leather Tri-Fold Wallet With Rfid |
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A wallet is an essential purchase for men. Not only does it allow them to carry about everything they need for the day, but it can also create a style statement.
For many, investing in a decent wallet is the only way forward. It will last for a few years, always be there to pick up before they leave the house, and suit your spending habits.
Whether you’re a cashless convert, always like to have a tenner on you for emergencies, need change for the car park/tips or simply just want to make a style statement, there is a wallet for you below.
Available in brown and black, this is a classic traditional wallet with room for cards, notes and coins.
It is made from high-pebbled, 100% leather and has four card slots which will allow them to keep all of the essentials to hand. As it is bi-fold, it is nice and compact whether they’re putting it in a bag or their pocket, and the leather is nice to touch.
It comes nicely presented in a gift box, so can also be kept safe if it will only be used for special occasions.
Great quality
Smart plain style
Barbour is a brand who have a great reputation for quality. This wallet is no different, and the good news is that you don’t have to be a country soul to make use of it.
It opens up to reveal the classic tartan lining and has four card slots, two additional slots, a separate note compartment, and embossed vintage branding. It comes in a nice display box too, which is perfect for keeping it safe in between uses.
The leather is quite stiff so it will be able to withstand being knocked about in a bag or pocket, and this won’t damage the contents either. Great for under £50.
Traditional Barbour style
Worn, vintage look
Quality stitching
Want that big designer name, without the big designer price tag? This wallet is ideal for carrying around your day-to-day finances.
It has a coin holder, which is increasingly difficult to find in men’s wallets these days, and there are plenty of card slots as well, with additional in a small extendable section.
This is a wallet for men who like to be prepared for all eventualities, and have all of their deal cards for coffee shops/Nandos/department stores with them, as well as some physical money and coins.
Plenty of card spaces
Coin pocket
Are you here because you’re buying a wallet for your partner, dad or son? If so, a personalised option may be a winner.
This one, from small London-based company Viva Vida, gives you plenty of personalisation options. Pick their favourite colour of leather, whether to have their initials on the front of the wallet and what message to include on the inside.
You can also add a metal photo card which will allow them to safely carry around their favourite picture of their family, dog, or memory. If this isn’t included, it is still a plain window which will allow an ordinary picture or their ID to be on show.
There’s lots of card space, and a coin purse, as well as a note sleeve, enclosed with a popper. It comes presented in a nice display box, and the buffalo leather will withstand whatever you throw at it.
RFID keeps your cards from being read
Can be closed with a popper
This looks like a classy, staple wallet on the outside. On the inside, there is quite the statement, with the brand’s signature stripe design.
Made from smooth calf leather and a gold embossed logo on the front, there are eight card slots and a larger notes pocket, as well as two separate pockets for extra storage (whether it be for a spare key or photograph).
Leather inner is less likely to tear
Logo is there but subtle
This wallet is crafted from vegetable-tanned natural grain leather and is tri-fold, so goes nice and compact for putting in your back pocket or shirt pocket.
There are nine card slots, a clear ID card window and a cash sleeve too. Two hidden compartments can also be used for receipts you need to go through, or notes and reminders.
The foil-embossed brand script on the front, and the signature tree logo on the interior, are there to tell everyone you’ve opted for a brand pick, and the edging will ensure no fraying over time.
Vegetable tanning allows for better ageing, more quality and impact in colour, and better quality leather to be used.
Vegetable tanned leather for aging better
This wallet features Ted Baker’s signature ‘T’ logo on the front corner, and the bi-fold design opens up to reveal eight card slots as well as slip pockets which will keep any notes, receipts and extras to hand.
It comes in a display box, which will keep it safe when not in use in case it is just for special occasions.
Heavy feel
Thick leather which won't wear away
This is one of the best wallets for anyone who likes a bit of everything.
The coin pocket, five card slots and note section allow a place for everything, and it comes in a Hugo Boss gift box. There is also a divider in the money note section, so you can separate them to prevent confusion when at the tills, or even keep receipts safe.
The leather is nice and soft, with a smooth touch finish. Because it can hold so much, it can get a bit bulky if you’re carrying around a lot of change, but at least it is practical.
Soft feel
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With this Disney X Gucci crossover, you get eight card slots which is generous, as well as a notes pocket.
It is a wallet made in response to creative director Alessandro Michele’s adoration for pop culture since the House’s Spring/Summer 2017 menswear fashion show. It is crafted from leather for a classic, strong feel but the design is canvas so it won’t wear away or fade.
Not only that, but it is Gucci’s GG Supreme canvas, which is made with low environmental impact.
Something a bit different
Canvas material less likely to become damaged
Want to avoid leather? Maybe you need something heavy-duty, which will prevent the contents from falling out and the wallet getting damaged?
Made from G-1000 HeavyDuty fabric to protect contents and last for years, this wallet is perfect for the active explorer. There is a natural leather zip so it doesn’t avoid the material entirely, but it does offer security and protection.
The main compartment has a zipper, zipped coin pocket and opening for banknotes and credit cards. If it gets dirty, just wipe it clean.
Great for someone really active
Zip closure
You will see two categories here – bi-fold and tri-fold.
Bi-fold is the most popular and traditional pick. The wallet folds in half, meaning it remains thin and any money notes aren’t too crumpled. Cards also can fit into their slots lengthways.
Tri-fold wallets will fold twice, making a narrower pick but at the same time it will be thicker so may not be one for carrying around in pockets if it will be full.
You may go by the ethos that if you buy well, you only have to buy once. Or maybe you’re not bothered by materials, designer brands and how long things last – you just need to replace your current wallet which is falling apart, leaving your money at the risk of falling out.
A wallet can be bought for as little as £10 from high street stores. It won’t be a big name, and won’t last years, but most do the job.
Designer picks can start at around £40 for simple models, and ones over the £100 mark will likely be the best quality money can buy. Think durable leather, features such as extra coin pouches and plenty of card space.
Some wallets even hover around the £200 to £300 mark. How you feel about such an investment is up to you; for some, the wallet will be worth more than the contents and for others, it is the only way forward if you’re bothered about style and having something for special occasions.
We have included wallets for every budget. Our cheaper picks are still quality, from big names who can be trusted, but for anyone who wants to splash out, there are high-end picks as well.
The majority of high-end men’s wallets will be made from leather. This gives you quality, as well as durability.
This also keeps the colour and style quite plain, which will be the aim of most men. You want something which fits into any occasion, goes with several outfits and probably looks just as good on a night out than during the day.
Canvas, cotton and faux leather are also available for anyone who wants to avoid leather, however.
As mentioned in the introduction, there are a few different types of cash carriers:
Think about what kind of cash carrier you are, for practicality. For instance, you don’t want to buy a very basic wallet if your wallet carries everything you need for the day and likewise, you don’t want loads of extras if there are just three cards in there.
We have some tips on how you can cut out the clutter in your wallet and keep it slimline.
If you want to go designer, look for brands such as:
You can also buy own-brand wallets from high street stores such as Topman, New Look and even ones like TK Maxx and Matalan. In the latter, you may be able to get some designer picks but for a lot of them, they will be own brand. Still, it is good for a more budget option.
Online is your best bet. Here, you will be able to find luxury or designer items more readily. Try to buy from a store such as John Lewis, Selfridges, House of Fraser or Harrods if you’re spending a lot of money.
This way, you know that the wallet is an authentic product and not a copy. They will also have better rules regarding returns.
Personalised wallets are available from the likes of Not On The High Street and Etsy.
