The 12 Best Designer Wallets for Storing Your Valuables in Style

Best Overall

Prada Small Saffiano Leather Wallet

View On Saks Fifth Avenue $725 View On Prada.com

“She's trendy, she's minimal, she whispers quiet luxury, and she's Prada!” says Melissa Watkins, a style influencer and founder of Fab Glance. This wallet is perhaps one of the cutest ones on our list, with eight beautiful shades available — including simple black options and lots of fun colors, such as bright orange and yellow, or pastel pink and blue. “If you’re a pink lover, like us, then you may love the Small Saffiano Leather Wallet by Prada in Petal Pink,” say Whitney and Megan Bacon-Evans, a wife and wife duo of style influencers. “This chic one-toned wallet has the signature Prada enameled metal triangle logo on the front.”

Besides being adorable, the best thing about this wallet is that it’s beautifully compact while also having the capacity to hold everything you need in any size of purse or handbag. Its teeny dimensions conceal one bill compartment, a zipped coin pouch, two internal pockets AND four card slots. Saffiano leather is great for ensuring your wallet holds up to wear-and-tear brought on by rubbing shoulders with your keys and such; the only thing we would say is that it looks and feels less plush than a softer cowhide or calfskin leather, which may be a consideration.

Material: Saffiano leather, moire | Size: 8.5 W x 11.2 H cm | Closure: Snap button | Colors: 9

Best Leather

Gucci GG Matelassé Card Case Wallet

View On Gucci.com View On Farfetch.com $620

If part of your reason for wanting a designer wallet is your love of logos (we can totally relate), then small leather goods from Gucci are always a good idea. “We’re both big fans of having Gucci accessories, from scarves to belts — you also can't go wrong with a card holder,” the Bacon-Evanses say. “This wallet is channeling ’90s vibes and you may also prefer the soft feel from the matelassé leather that Gucci uses.” Yup, not that this is its main draw, but this wallet’s leather will bounce back in a super satisfying way if you poke it, and just overall has a great hand feel.

Available in dusty pink, black, or gray, this little wallet features the brand’s signature double G both in gold appliqué and as part of the “matelassé” effect for an obviously designer piece. It probably goes without saying, but this is definitely not the one for you if discretion is the name of your game. As for its capacity, this card case boasts five card slots, one open pocket, and one zipper pocket, making it perfect for carrying a little cash, some credit cards, and perhaps your travel card for instance.

Material: Matelassé leather | Size: 4.3 W x 3.3 H x 1.2 D inches | Closure: Snap button | Colors: 3

Best on a Chain

Coach Tabby Crossbody Wristlet

View On Macy's $225 View On Coach.com View On Zappos $225

For those looking to use a wallet instead of a clutch bag (or vice-versa), this one is your gal. “Coach's Tabby bags had an amazing moment, and the moment isn't losing steam,” says Watkins. “This wild card wallet is great for fall concerts because it's a wristlet and it's a mini crossbody! Two pieces for the price of one.” This model is somewhere between a large wallet and a small handbag, and features two interior card slots and one exterior slip pocket, but you will need to add your own coin pouch if you’ll be carrying loose change, since that’s all the dedicated wallet-style storage you get here.

Other than that, we love how this wristlet looks — in either white or black grainy leather — with its flap and push-lock closure adorned with the brand’s “C” logo hardware. The wristlet strap option is made of leather to match the purse’s body, while the crossbody strap is a gold metal chain. Both are easily removable and attachable using a simple lobster clasp for versatility.

Material: Leather | Size: 7.25 W x 4.25 H x 1.25 D inches | Closure: Push-lock | Colors: 2

Best Small

Dior Caro XS Wallet

View On Dior.com

This cute little wallet reminds us of something we might have had as a kid, and who doesn’t love a little nostalgia wrapped in with their luxury leather goods? “This pretty Dior wallet made of calfskin features the white multicolor Florilegio motif, which is a delicate flower pattern that looks like a watercolor painting,” says model Allison Weiss Brady. “The wallet is a great, smaller size and comes with two card slots, and a convenient zipper compartment.” It also has a larger non-zipped interior compartment for all your extra wallet essentials. Obviously, it is on the smaller size so won’t be suitable if you like to carry all your cards and personal effects at the same time.

Made of soft calf leather, this Dior wallet tops off the luxury feel with rose gold logo hardware and a matching zip and snap button. And for those who love the size and convenience of this little guy but aren’t super into the floral design — which may show dirt more easily due to the white background — this model also comes in Dior’s signature “Cannage” leather stitching, in solid colors including black, sand, and blue-gray.

Material: Calfskin | Size: 4.5 W x 3 H x 1 D inches | Closure: Snap button | Colors: 7

Best Large

Valentino Garavani Rockstud Leather Continental Wallet

View On Nordstrom $790 View On Bergdorfgoodman.com

Where many designer wallets embrace a classic style we love, you may prefer a little edge when it comes to your accessories — something Valentino is outstanding at, without going over the top. “This sexy wallet comes in pebbled leather with the Valentino signature Rockstud trim in a platinum finish,” says Weiss Brady. “Available in black or beige, showing up with this wallet is a statement that you’ve arrived.” Of course, though, you’re still getting the exceptional quality you pay for here, since this piece is made in Italy from premium calfskin leather. You may need to pass this one up if you’re not a fan of logos, since it reads Valentino Garavani in gold letters in the front.

Another big pull of this wallet is its large format. A continental-style piece with an all-around zipper to secure your belongings, it wouldn’t look out of place used as an evening bag. As for its capacity, it features two wide interior pockets, one zipped compartment, bill pockets, and a whopping 12 card slots.

Material: Leather, viscose | Size: 7 5/8 W x 4 H x 7/8 D inches | Closure: Zip | Colors: 2

Best Long

Cartier Panthère de Cartier Long Wallet

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This wallet is giving Jackie Kennedy energy big time. Hailing from hyper luxury French heritage label Cartier, it exudes the charm and elegance of decades past that will still pair beautifully with a more modern outfit. With a length of 7.5 inches, this long wallet is another one that’s guaranteed to fit all your cash, credit cards, loyalty stamp cards, mementos, and anything else you might want to stash in a wallet. It contains 12 card slots, a coin pouch, two flat pockets, and two rather large non-zipped interior pockets.

Made of chestnut-colored calfskin on the outside and lined with black lambskin, this wallet gets even more luxurious thanks to the golden Cartier “C” hot stamp on the front, finished with the brand’s signature panther head. We also love the flap’s curved line, which adds some clever yet discreet detailing to the finished product. The only snag is that this one only comes in one colorway, but if you love brown leather, you know what to do.

Material: Calfskin, lambskin | Size: 4 W x 7.5 H inches | Closure: Snap button | Colors: 1

Best Compact

Céline Compact Wallet With Coin Triomphe

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These days, with Apple Pay as many of our preferred payment method, and many loyalty cards becoming digital, a compact wallet that holds just enough often does the trick better than a larger one can. This Céline number comes with four card slots, one bill pocket, and — importantly — a detachable zipped card holder with a flat pocket. If you keep just your ID and main credit card in the detachable compartment, you can easily put it in your pocket or a small purse if you’re not going to be carrying a large handbag. We do find the card holder looks a bit clunky when attached to the wallet’s body, but it’s so practical that we just have to let it slide.

As for how it looks, this is perhaps one of the most beautiful and streamlined wallets on our list, with its luxurious smooth, shiny calfskin exterior and lining, its small flap, and its golden “Triomphe” embellishment in the front. It also comes in a range of stunning colorways: a tan, a gray, a creamy yellow, a brighter yellow, and a simple black.

Material: Calfskin | Size: 4 W x 3 H x 1 D inches | Closure: Snap button | Colors: 5

Best with a Coin Pouch

Chanel 19 Long Flap Wallet

View On Chanel.com

With Chanel handbags liable to set you back several thousand dollars these days, a wallet from the cult French label makes the perfect alternative for those who are obsessed with the brand’s double C and luxurious design and materials but aren’t willing to drop three months’ rent on a purse. That’s how the Bacon-Evanses see it, anyway. “For a timeless look and investment piece, look no further than a Chanel wallet,” they advise. “To say we’re in love with the Chanel 19 Long Flap Wallet in shiny pink would be an understatement. Not only is the wallet stunning and practical, it’s a great way to start collecting Chanel pieces.” This is by far the most expensive piece in our selection, but relative to a handbag, it’s still a lot more accessible.

This wallet is especially fun to look at, with its candy pink hue, diamond stitching, and gold metal and leather chained logo embellishment. Meanwhile, it’s big enough to hold anything you like, with a large zipped coin pouch, a whole bunch of card and bill slots, and lots of extra space in between.

Material: Lambskin | Size: 4.1 H × 7.6 W × 1.2 D inches | Closure: Snap button | Colors: 1

Best Card Holder

Brandon Blackwood Accordion Card Case

View On Saks Fifth Avenue $130 View On Brandonblackwood.com

“This denim card case is great for the girls who want a non-leather option, but want to showcase their favorite designer,” says Watkins. “Also, this Brandon Blackwood denim card case looks good outside your purse and is easy to clean if it picks up a stain. The hardware is the best part — upgrading its designer appeal.” This card holder also has the name of the brand etched in white letters across the otherwise blue fabric. While Brandon Blackwood is not what you’d traditionally think of when you think “designer,” the brand has carved itself a definite niche in more affordable luxury in recent years, as Blackwood himself once explained to InStyle.

In practical terms, this accordion card case is well named: It features four gussets, which allow the wallet to fold like an accordion and accommodate four cards. Opening and closing via the front flap and snap button, this piece also features a detachable wrist strap for those times you just can’t be bothered with a full-on handbag.

Material: Cotton or cowhide leather | Size: 0.98' D x 2.76 H x 4.02 W inches | Closure: Snap button | Colors: 5

Best Bi-Fold

Kate Spade Morgan Colorblocked Small Slim Bifold Wallet

View On Dillards.com View On Macy's $77

Alongside Coach and Brandon Blackstock, Kate Spade is another lovely option for mid-range designer pieces — when you want a little bling, but not the price tag that comes with it. Obviously, that aside, this Kate Spade bi-fold wallet is just very sweet, thanks in large part to its two-toned exterior. Choose between two purposefully clashing shades of pale pink, or contrasting beige and black.

This medium-sized wallet opens and closes via a classic snap button, and features one zipped pocket, two interior slip pockets, and an impressive eight card slots. Made from Saffiano leather, it’s also wipe-clean, which makes your life so much easier. The only downside to this wallet is that — in the absence of a flap or zip-around closure, it’s a little less secure and your items could slip out of it if you don’t zip the pocket up properly for example. As long as you don’t mind the occasional coin making its way into your purse, this shouldn’t be much of a problem.

Material: Leather | Size: 6 4/5 W x 3 7/10 H inches | Closure: Snap button | Colors: 2

Best Flap

Saint Laurent Cassandre Matelassé Large Flap Wallet In Lambskin

View On Saks Fifth Avenue $895 View On Ysl.com

It doesn’t get much more classic (and let’s face it, influencer-approved) than a piece of leatherware finished with YSL’s golden “Cassandre” logo hardware. This one features chevron matelassé leather and a large pointed flap which closes with a snap button. “The lambskin is soft, but the textured flap forgives a bit of wear and tear,” says Watkins. “The key to a great wallet is something that has lots of space but looks sleek enough to live outside your purse.”

When it comes to space, this one doesn't disappoint, with 12 card slots, one coin pouch, two bill pockets, and two receipt compartments. The lambskin model sadly only comes in two colors, but the grain de poudre embossed leather version saves the day with its eight colorways. But unfortunately for those who don’t love gold, only the black version of this wallet comes with an option of silver or black hardware. Still, the gold logo is an undeniable part of this piece’s appeal for many.

Material: Lambskin | Size: 7.4 W x 4.3 H x 1.1 D inches | Closure: Snap button | Colors: 2