Can you believe the wallet is almost four hundred years old? Wallets were developed a short time after the advent of paper currency. It seems people have always needed a convenient way to store money. Immediately following the invention of the wallet came the famous phrase "I lost my wallet!"
Types of Wallets
There are many different types of wallets, from functionality to style. Wallets may close by button or by Velcro straps. A breast wallet fits comfortably in a man's jacket with a flat design that does not fold dollar bills. This type of wallet is usually too large to be classified as a front pocket wallet. Derek Alexander is a maker of the breast pocket wallet. With the choice of 2 colors, black or brown, and a price of $58.00, the Derek Alexander Leather Men’s Breast Pocket Wallet is perfect for any businessman in whose daily attire consists of a suit and jacket.
The Dopp Regatta 88 Series Front Pocket Wallet is the most common wallet carried by men. The slim look of the Regatta 88, a price tag of only $20.00, and over 900 satisfied customers makes this a wallet not to pass up.
The bi-fold wallet folds bills and are considered the standard wallet design. These wallets hold credit cards, bills and may be vertically or horizontally designed. Tri-fold wallets are bi-fold wallets by design, but can be folded over twice. Wallets may also contain small coin purses.
Early wallets were made from cow leather and not much has changed. Many modern wallets are still made from leather, though just as many designs are made from fabrics.
Unique Wallets
In addition to style, you also have a variety of wallet designers to choose from. The money clip is becoming increasing popular as the style changes, making the clip style more functionable. The Royce Leather Men’s Money Clip Wallet has two outside pockets, which gives the men the option to carry credit cards, unlike the clips of the past which was just that, a clip. The money clip wallet is sold in both black and brown for under $30.00.
Other wallet brands include Kenneth Cole, Buxton wallets and Jourdan wallets.
There are even wallets made out of duct tape and playing cards that a person can design on their own. You can visit sites such as How to Do Stuff and Wiki-How to learn how to create your own wallet. Wallets come in a variety of colors, styles and designs. Chances are the wallet you have right now is overloaded with papers, bills and cards. Maybe it's time for a change?