Until this year, I hadn't carried a real wallet since high school. I would just carry my cards in my phone case (not the best idea). Now, I’m a grown woman living in a very busy city, and when I started commuting between Brooklyn and Manhattan, I realized that keeping my cards and money in an open flap on my phone might not be the best idea.
I wanted to make sure I didn’t lose anything important (I definitely learned my lesson). Wallets tend to be more of an afterthought, but on the contrary, the object that holds your money shouldn’t be. First and foremost, a wallet should be functional, but as a fashion person, I also want one that reflects my style. If you’re on the hunt for a new wallet, I compiled the 21 best that money can buy. Some are budget-friendly, under $250, under $500, and some are just worth the spluge. Keep scrolling to discover the best wallet for you.
Best Overall
Best Overall Wallet: Miu Miu Small Matelassé Nappa Leather Wallet
Product Specs: Made of 100% lamb leather, features a snap button closure, gold hardware, two internal pockets, three card slots, and one bill compartment. 3.3' W x 4.4" H
My Highlight: The texture of this wallet, and the numerous compartments sold me.
Best Cardholder: Coach Essential Spazzolato Leather Zip Around Card Holder
Product Specs: Made of leather, features top zip-around closure, an exterior slip pocket, three interior compartments, and two card slots. 4 1/4"W x 2 3/4"Hx 3/4"D
My Highlight: If I had a bunch of cards, this is definitely the wallet I would carry.
Best Budget-Friendly Wallet: COS Croc-Embossed LEATHER Cardholder
Product Specs: Made of 100% croc-embossed leather, features a snap closure and strap.
My Highlight: Wearing your wallet around your neck is going to be a major trend in 2026, according to the runways.
Under $250
Product Specs: Made of leather, features four card slots and gold hardware. 3 3/4"W x 3"H x 1/4"D
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Product Specs: Made of pebbled leather, features a magnetic-snap flap closure, an exterior slip pocket, an interior zip pocket, and two card slots. 4 1/4" W x 3 1/4" H x 3/4" D
My Highlight: I always turn to Coach for chic and affordable accessories.
Product Specs: Made of leather, features zip and flap closures, and eight card slots. 4"W x 3.5"H x 1.5"D
My Highlight: An electric yellow wallet is so whimsical. Let's make wallets fun again.
Product Specs: Made of leather, features a snap closure and gold hardware, and six card slots.
My Highlight: This card holder is so sleek and affordable.
Product Specs: Made of leather, features a snap-flap closure, four card slots and two slip pockets. 4.25"L x 3.25"H
My Highlight: I appreciate that there are multiple compartments to store cards and smaller items.
Product Specs: Made of 100% polyurethane, features a leather-like finish, card slots and coin pocket for organized storage, and a zip closure.
My Highlight: I love when a wallet isn't just plain black. These studs are so cute, and theres a ton of space for your cards and cash.
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Under $500
Product Specs: Made of lambskin leather, features golden hardware. 4.1"W x 3.1"H x 0.4"D
My Highlight: This simple card holder is just perfect.
Product Specs: Made of calfskin leather, feautres six card slots, and a coin slot. 4"W x 3"H x 1/8"D
My Highlight: The signature the Bottega woven texture always gets me.
Product Specs: Made of calfskin, features brass hardware, five card slots, and leather lining. 4''W x 2.8''H x 0.1''D
My Highlight: This color is so luxurious and can hold so many cards.
Product Specs: Made of croc-effect cow leather. Features a twist lock-fastening front flap, and . 4.3W” x 3.5H” x 0.8” D
My Highlight: The texture on this wallet emulates an aspirational energy.
Product Specs: Made of leather, features four card slots, and a top zip closure.
My Highlight: This wallet is simple, but is chic and blends into anyone's personal style.
Product Specs: Made of pebbled leather, feautures one key ring, two slip pockets, and snap closure. 11"W x 8"H x 2"D
My Highlight: This rich green color is my favorite. You don't have to have a boring wallet.
Worth the Investment
Product Specs: Made of leather, features a snap, four card slots, and snap closure. 3.5"W x 2.5"H x 1"D
My Highlight: This simple wallet just has a The Row effect that is so chic.
Product Specs: Made of leather, features a snap closure and an exterior snap-flap coin pocket.
My Highlight: The glossy finish to the leather is so luxurious, and I love the fold of the snap closure.
Product Specs: Features golden hardware, a removable, adjustable chain strap, card slots, zip pocket, and snap closure. 7.4"W x 4.3"H x 0.8"D
My Highlight: This wallet doubles as a chic clutch and I love it.
Product Specs: Made from coated canvas and cow leather, beige and dark-brown coated-canvas, claret, tan and dark-brown leather, and 3.9” W x 2.8” H x 0.2” D
My Highlight: I love the dog and monogram detail on top of the card slots.
Product Specs: Made of grained Goatskin & Gold-Tone Metal, comes in one color. 4.1" W x 4.5"H x 1.2"D
My Highlight: The texture on this wallet is so chic, and pulling this out of my bag would make me feel so rich.
Product Specs: Made of leather with a moiré lining, comes in one color, and features a snap closure. 8.5cm x 10cm
My Highlight: This wallet is tiny, but mighty in style and is a gorgeous color.
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