THE JOURNAL
Where to put your money come the festive season.
In an age of contactless payments, PayPal and Bitcoin, it can be easy to assume that the humble wallet’s days are numbered. But, as is evidenced by the fortunes of magazines, film photography and vinyl, people still seem to like actual physical stuff – even when they know they could do without it. Which is nice, because it gives us a little more time to remind ourselves that we’re human – just about – before the cloud fully takes over and we cease to exist. With that cheery thought in mind, we look ahead to Christmas and the gifts we might like to receive or give this year. Wallets are always a safe bet, so here are five of our favourites.
Brunello Cucinelli
If you’re buying for someone who wouldn’t look twice at a cardholder and prefers the traditional things in life, go with something brown, leather and with enough slots and pockets to house all manner of notes, receipts and cards – such as this item by Italian sophisticates Bruno Cucinelli.
Comme des Garçons
As one of our Essentials, we have been fans of this wallet and its iconic appearance for some time. But it’s not all about looks. With three card slots, a coin compartment and space for receipts, this has more than just a pretty face.
Bottega Veneta
You’re not going to be able to fit your loose two pound coins in this trim cardholder, but what you are going to find is Bottega Veneta’s trademark intrecciato design – handwoven by the brand’s artisans, of course – and some extremely supple leather.
Paul Smith
None of those wallets doing anything for you? Does the man you’re buying for like to stand out from the crowd? Look no further than Paul Smith and this striped full grain leather cardholder, then.
Ill Bussetto
If brown, black or, indeed, stripes don’t quite cut it, you might want to flash some polished blue leather when it comes to paying the bill. Premium Italian brand Il Bussetto have you covered in this respect, with their capacious and deceptively subtle billfold wallet.
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