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Move over every other gift idea, because here comes a classic: the wallet. If we’re honest, it’s incredibly difficult to go wrong here. Small leather goods have the dual benefit of being lovely and luxurious while also fairly unobtrusive. So, if you’re looking for an easy win, look no further than these five perfect wallets.
01. The SAINT LAURENT pebble-grain leather cardholder

Simple and sleek, this cardholder takes the cultural obsession with beige as the colour of luxury quite seriously. Made in Italy from pebble-grain calfskin, it has four internal slots and an additional pocket for, say, a picture of their favourite person (the gift giver, of course).
02. The Bottega Veneta intrecciato leather coin wallet

Let your recipient dip their toes – OK, probably fingers – into Bottega Veneta’s classic woven leather with this tiny coin purse. But don’t let the size fool you, it does manage to carry quite a few (small) bits and pieces making it perfect for the man who likes to show up prepared for anything.
03. The LOEWE Puzzle cardholder

As evidenced in the above coin wallet, a small leather item can be a wonderful way to indulge in a fashion house’s signature design. LOEWE’s Puzzle hit the runways in 2015 and has been a hit ever since. We love this sunset hued iteration for a little pop of joy in your pocket.
04. The TOM FORD camouflage bifold

Buying for a man who likes simple things with a little bit of a twist? Enter this TOM FORD bifold wallet, which maintains a low profile with a subtle camouflage print on full-grain leather. We can almost guarantee he will be very proud to pull this out of his pocket when paying for dinner.
05. The monogrammed Gucci billfold

This Ophidia coated canvas and leather trimmed wallet is a beautiful piece of Gucci glamour. Covered back to front in the “GG Supreme” monogram and then branded with the interlocking Gs, this is a present for the logo-obsessed – no shame in that.