Wallets for men: varieties and tips for choosing

The wallet is a stylish and practical accessory and is very popular among men of all ages. Its demand is due to its good capacity, attractive appearance and a wide range of models.

A wallet for men is a cross between a wallet and a wallet. The accessory consists of a large number of compartments designed to store various items such as business cards, bank cards, banknotes, driver's licenses, passes, receipts, checks, photographs, as well as keys and phones. The word "purse" is of French origin, and translated into Russian means "carry money." The prototype of the modern purse looked like a large purse, in which, in addition to minted money and important papers, small weights were stored. They were required to determine the mass of precious stones, which were often used to pay for goods, and therefore they were always worn with them.

Over time, the shape of the men's wallet began to change, and compact flat accessories replaced the bulky bag-like models. The change in shape was due to the beginning of the release of paper bills, which in bag-purses were strongly wrinkled and torn. The production of the first flat wallets was established by an artisan from Macedonia, who in 1855 released the first batch of rectangular compact wallets. The novelty quickly fell in love with wealthy people and became very popular.

A modern wallet has a large number of compartments, can be folded 2, 3 or more times... Most of the models do not have a section for storing coins, however, more recently, examples have begun to appear with a small zippered pocket for change. Expensive wallets are produced in a rigid design, so that banknotes do not wrinkle, while more budget options have a soft base.

Many consumers do not see the difference between a purse and a wallet, however, the latter is noticeably larger in size, often does not have a fixing fastener and can hardly fit into a small jacket or jacket pocket. In comparison with a wallet, most purses are quite thin, and their outlines show up very little from under the clothes. If we compare a purse with an ordinary wallet, then the latter is always equipped with a compartment for coins, is zipped and much larger in size.

The classification of men's wallets is made according to several criteria, the main of which is the purpose of the accessory. According to this criterion, sports (tourist) and classic models can be distinguished.

• Sports specimens made of synthetic materials and available in different colors. They are often equipped with carabiners, Velcro and other holding devices that prevent the wallet from falling out of your pocket when traveling or playing sports. Some models have special slots and can be fastened to the belt.

• Classic models made of natural or artificial leather, have a solid appearance and are equipped with a large number of compartments for plastic and discount cards, banknotes and business cards. These models can be equipped with a money holder, which allows you to open the wallet on the street without worrying about the bills flying from the wind.An interesting type of accessory is a phone wallet, which has a rigid frame and allows you to freely place a communication device, a ballpoint pen, a couple of bank cards and some money.

The next criterion for classifying a purse is shape and size. On this basis, the models are divided into several types.

• Narrow wallets chest pockets are often triple-folded and feature vertical compartments for cards and business cards. The accessory is quite compact, but it is not designed for too many bills.

• Horizontally oriented models double folds are very popular and are highly functional. The card slots are horizontal and the bills are folded in half.

• Cardholders can be attributed to a separate category. - wallets designed to store a large number of plastic cards. Sometimes such models are supplemented with a clip for notes, which only adds functionality to them.

As for the size of the products, then, along with the standard models, there are mini wallet. Small accessories have a small thickness, which is why they are very convenient to carry in trouser pockets.

For the manufacture of men's wallets, in most cases, natural leather and leatherette are used. Thanks to the latest technologies, artificial leather is not much inferior to natural leather, but it is much cheaper. Outwardly, leatherette models are practically indistinguishable from leather products, with the only difference that their service life is much shorter.

The lining in the purse is made of lining fabric, which is necessarily processed along the edges, and for more expensive samples, thin leather is used as a lining. Travel and sports wallets are made of waterproof polyester, and lining is also used for interior decoration.

In terms of design, most of the leather models are made in a strict formal style. They are in perfect harmony with a man's suit, expensive watches and good shoes. Such purses do not have flashy elements and can be decorated with an embossing, a metal nameplate with a personalized engraving or a company label of the manufacturer.

Unlike wallets and wallets, purses look rather conservative, so they suit most fashion styles - country, casual, military, derby and safari... Classic models are limited to brown, black and maroon, while the sporty options come in a variety of colors.

When choosing a men's wallet, there are a number of important details to consider.

• Model shape is selected based on which pocket it is supposed to be carried in. For chest pockets, a rectangular triple-fold product is suitable, and for a back pocket of trousers or an inner jacket pocket, a compact double or triple-fold square shape is the best option.

• When choosing colors it should be remembered that classic black or brown models are suitable for almost any clothing, while white, blue and other extraordinary colors require a harmonious combination with the wardrobe.

• Should be evaluated before buying model functionality and match it to your needs. So, if the future owner often uses plastic cards, then purchasing a cardholder wallet with a large number of cells and a small compartment for notes would be a good choice. If you intend to carry coins with you, then you should choose models with a small pocket with a zipper, or purchase a wallet.

• When buying, you need to check the quality of the seams, the work of the button, the Velcro and the stroke of the zipper. If a purse is purchased as a gift, then it is better to dwell on expensive handmade models or branded products, the manufacturers of which value their reputation and guarantee excellent quality of the goods.

• As for the material of manufacture of the purse, then the best performance is leather. Both artificial pressed leather and eco-leather, visually indistinguishable from natural material, have proven themselves well.

• If you need to carry in your wallet not only money and bank cards, but also keys, you can choose option with a housekeeper... Such models are equipped with an additional compartment, which contains a plate with miniature carabiners.

Today, a huge number of enterprises are engaged in the production of men's wallets, among which there are both eminent brands and little-known firms. The best companies that produce high quality products that are in demand are Italian Versace, Salvatore Ferragamo, Diesel, Gucci, Brioni, German Hugo Boss, French Louis Vuitton, Swiss Philipp Plein, as well as British Alexander McQueen, Burberry, Turkish Petek.

Below is a rating of the best models of these and other brands that produce stylish and very high quality products.

• Louis Vuitton Men's Wallet Marco produced in brown and made of genuine leather. The dimensions of the product are 12x10x1.5 cm, there are 4 compartments for bank cards, 2 compartments for banknotes, a compartment for business cards and a pocket for small coins. The product goes on sale in a storage case and a branded box. Such a purse costs 2,600 rubles.

• Clutch purse from the British company Burberry also included in the top of the best and belongs to the category of expensive models. The product is made of genuine leather, available in sizes 22x11.5 cm and painted black. The wallet consists of one large compartment for storing securities, two compartments for notes, one compartment with a zipper, two side pockets, deep compartments for business cards and credit cards, and has a compartment for a telephone on the outside. The model is equipped with a dustproof branded bag and costs 7191 rubles.

• Bailini wallet from a Chinese manufacturer is made of genuine leather, fastens with a button and has a beautiful textured embossing. The model is 10 cm wide, which allows you to carry it in a breast pocket of a jacket or in a trouser pocket. The product includes a compartment for banknotes and several slots for business cards and cards. The purse belongs to the category of budget goods and costs only 480 rubles.

• Italian model Tony Perotti Contatto is produced in dimensions 12.5x9x3 cm and weighs 200 grams. The product is made of genuine leather, available in several color options and packed in an elegant gift box and branded bag. The cost of the purse is 5760 rubles.

• Wallet from the Turkish manufacturer Petek Р-2320 is produced in black, made of genuine leather and has 12 compartments for storing plastic cards. The model is equipped with a compartment for small items, decorated with silver fittings and is suitable for everyday style. The cost of the product is 3100 rubles.

• Hugo Boss Burgundy Wallet made of genuine leather. The product is folded into two parts, equipped with a magnetic fastener and is produced in sizes 19x10 cm. Each piece is packed in a dust-proof bag, branded box and has a quality certificate. The cost of the purse is 6741 rubles.

It is often possible to observe such a picture that some purses made of genuine leather, even years after the purchase, look like new ones, while others, on the contrary, lose their former attractiveness within a month after the purchase. In such cases, much depends on the quality of the leather, seams, rivets and locks, but the decisive factor is the regularity of the care of the product.

In order to maximize the life of a purse, you must follow a number of simple rules and follow the recommendations of specialists.

• During operation, protect the product from water ingress. If this does happen, the drops must be gently blotted with a clean napkin or soft towel and left at room temperature to dry. It is forbidden to rub and dry a leather product with a hair dryer. At the moment, many eminent manufacturers impregnate their products with special compounds that protect the surface of the purse from temperature, mechanical and chemical influences, as well as from moisture.
• If the leather product is not used every day, then storage should be carried out away from heating appliances and open flames, at the same time, it is not recommended to put the purse in plastic bags. This is due to the fact that in such packaging there is no free access of air, without which the skin begins to wrinkle and loses its attractiveness.
• In case of severe skin contamination you should dilute the soap solution, moisten a sponge in it, squeeze it out and remove dirt as quickly as possible, taking care not to absorb the liquid into the pores. Then, just as quickly, wipe the surface with a clean wet cloth, then wipe dry and send the product to dry.
• It is forbidden to carry keys and other bulky items in the walletthat do not have special compartments for storing such things. Otherwise, the skin will begin to deform and stretch, and it will be impossible to return it to its original state.
• If the leather wallet is not going to be used for a long time, then, before storing the model, it is lubricated with a nourishing cream, allowed to soak and the product is placed in a fabric bag.
• Caring for a faux leather wallet is a little easier than caring for genuine leather... Small dirt is removed with a cotton pad, having previously moistened it in a solution of detergents for washing wool, silk and synthetics at a temperature of 35 degrees. The remnants of the product are removed with a damp cloth, and then wiped dry with a cotton napkin. Before storage, the nourishing cream is not applied to the leatherette, but sponges soaked in silicone are used. And you can also use special sprays for artificial leather, which not only cleanse, but also soften the leatherette. Oily stains from leatherette are removed with the help of special stain removers.
• As for the care of polyester models, it is recommended to wash them as they become dirty with warm soapy water using a soft sponge. Then the product is rinsed, wiped dry with a clean cloth and dried at room temperature away from heating appliances.

For an overview of a men's wallet, see the next video.