Shopping for Father’s Day? You Can’t Go Wrong With Any of These Classic Leather Wallets

From luxurious Saffiano leathers to more budget-friendly options, find Vogue’s pick of the best wallets to gift this Father’s Day.

Shopping for Father’s Day? You Can’t Go Wrong With Any of These Classic Leather Wallets

Every year come Father’s Day, the eternal question remains: What to get dad? Sure there are plenty of inventive ideas, but you can’t ever go wrong with wallets for men. You could consider plant subscriptions or pizza ovens, but there’s something to be said for the always reliable card case gift.

The wallet’s enduring popularity as a Father’s Day gift lies in the simple fact it’s the kind of thing our dads just don’t buy for themselves. (We’ve all spotted our dads carrying around a worn-out, natty wallet that he probably purchased over a decade ago.) And these days, beyond all the classic options in black and brown scotchgrains and croc-effect leathers, there’s a whole world of more playful styles in bold colors and patterns, too, that are perfect for the kind of dad who likes to make a style statement.

Still, a well-made, quality wallet doesn’t just have to be for Father’s Day—or, indeed, for men only, as plenty of these styles offer the same style and practicality for women too. Here, find Vogue’s pick of the best wallets for men to gift this Father’s Day, and far beyond.

Flying Colors

Looking for something a little jazzier to give this year, or seeking a perfect gift for the dad whose style is a little more outré? Why not opt for one of these kaleidoscopic options from the likes of Dries van Noten, Comme des Garçons, and Fendi. The crinkle-effect silver Maison Margiela zip-around wallet, in particular, is sure to get people talking.

Bottega Veneta red rubberized grid wallet

Balenciaga Cash leather wallet on strap

Fendi yellow wallet

Vivienne Westwood Kent Man billfold

Dries Van Noten men’s printed leather wallet

Alexander McQueen ombré leather bifold wallet

Comme des Garçons classic gold wallet

Maison Margiela crinkled zip-around wallet

Minimal Monochrome

There’s nothing like a classic black wallet for its versatility and chic minimalism. At the more luxurious end of the spectrum, you can find buttery European leathers from Prada and Loewe, while designs by Acne Studios and Common Projects offer a subtle twist on the classic leather goods formula.

Acne Studios logo-print leather zip-around wallet

A.P.C. black Aly wallet

Royce New York leather RFID-blocking ID flap bifold wallet

Taylor Stitch the Minimalist billfold wallet

Maison Margiela stitch detail wallet

Prada men’s Saffiano leather wallet with bicolor detail

Loewe logo-debossed full-grain leather billfold wallet

Common Projects logo-print leather bifold wallet

Wallet-Friendly

You don’t have to break the bank to share the love this Father’s Day. Here, find the best wallets for men at lower price points from classic American brands like Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein, alongside more playful designs featuring folded details and exposed stitching from Cos and Timberland.

WP Standard the Bifold picker’s wallet

Nordstrom Saffiano leather slim billfold wallet

Tommy Hilfiger men’s leather wallet

Calvin Klein men’s RFID passcase wallet

The Men’s Store at Bloomingdale’s burnished leather bifold wallet

Timberland men’s leather wallet with attached flip pocket

Cos folded leather wallet

Estalon front-pocket leather wallet for men

Splashing Out

If you’re willing to spend the money on the finest leather, you can rest safe in the knowledge it will last for many years. Italian houses specializing in leather such as Bottega Veneta, Salvatore Ferragamo, and Berluti are always a safe bet, offering a range of options available from the classic to the decorative. Meanwhile, for smooth black leather that radiates luxury, a croc-effect bifold by Celine and a Tom Ford design featuring a gold money clip are just the ticket.

Brunello Cucinelli full-grain Leather billfold wallet

Salvatore Ferragamo Gancini embossed leather bifold wallet

Bottega Veneta Intrecciato leather billfold wallet

Montblanc Men’s 4810 Westside blue Italian leather wallet

Celine bifold wallet with coin in crocodile-embossed calfskin

Ermenegildo Zegna men’s Pelle Tessuta bifold wallet

Tom Ford men’s leather wallet with money clip

Berluti Scritto Venezia leather zip-around wallet

Calling Cards

These days, as credit and loyalty cards increasingly migrate to smartphones and cash becomes increasingly redundant, there’s a strong argument to be made for downsizing to a card case. (It helps that they’re also more budget-friendly, too.) Whether colorful designs by Lemaire and Loewe, or sleek, stripped-back options in black by Smythson and Saint Laurent, find all the best card cases here.

Lemaire blue molded card holder

Loewe puzzle leather card case

Bottega Veneta Intrecciato leather card case

Acne Studios pink logo card holder

Paul Smith leather card case

Coach card case in signature leather

Smythson Mara croc-embossed leather card case

Saint Laurent square logo-print card holder

This story originally appeared on: Vogue - Author:Liam Hess