Wallets

Women's wallets are important for keeping money, credit cards and sales receipts organized and accessible. When purchasing a wallet, women should consider:

• The amount of space for credit cards and money
• The size and weight of the wallet
• The intended purpose: daily use, travel or formal occasions
• The cost of the wallet
• The material the wallet is made from: leather, canvas or other fabric
• Closure style: snap or zipper

Wallet Styles

There are three wallet sizes and some specialty styles manufactured:

1. Large wallets are usually double- or triple-folded. Even folded, large women's wallets slightly exceed a checkbook in length. These are usually the thickest style, but often offer the most room for credit cards and money. Checkbook wallets contain compartments for checks, change, cash and identification. Agenda wallets also have space for an organizer or calendar.
2. Medium wallets are often folded in half and are shorter in width than a large wallet. These usually have change purses and slots for credit cards.
3. Small wallets, often double-folded, usually have the least amount of credit card space, but they still have separate compartments for change and money.
4. Wristlets and clutch wallets are designed for easy carrying. Wristlets have a loop for the wrist, and clutch wallets may have a handle. Both styles come in all sizes.
5. Travel wallets also have compartments for passports, documents and receipts. Many also have dividers for carrying multiple currencies.

Top Designer Picks

Coach leather wallets feature a C-shaped logo, and Coach offers wallets in both fine leather and canvas. Some popular wallets made by Coach include the Tattoo Foldover Clutch Wallet, the Cricket Zip-Around wallet with coordinating leather trim and the small Madison wallet. Coach wallets are priced from under $50 to over $200.

Most Louis Vuitton wallets have the trademark LV pattern, but solids and prints are also offered. A beige and brown checkerboard pattern is currently available. Louis Vuitton makes both leather wallets and canvas wallets in all sizes. Most Louis Vuitton wallets range between $285 and $750.

Gucci wallets are of high quality, made of canvas or leather and are available in a variety of styles. This year, Gucci features a women's clutch wallet in beige and brown canvas with the Gucci logo and an inscribed heart-shaped emblem. A Gucci wallet is known for durability and style. Gucci wallets sometimes also feature a signature band in red and green, but Gucci also accents with other color-coordinated bands. Most Gucci wallets are priced between $300 and $750.

A designer wallet offers function and timeless style while providing excellent organization that suits your busy lifestyle. Shop for one today!