Feature: The New Wallet Collection for 2015
A Stylish Wallet: Your Perfect Companion
New Wallet Collection for 2015
As the new year dawns, many choose to refresh their everyday items. And what better place to start than with the wallet you use daily? Among the new arrivals from high-fashion brands, mini wallets that fit into clutches are particularly noteworthy. Despite their small size, they offer excellent storage and are poised to become a major trend. The popular 2-way type with a shoulder strap also continues its reign. Increasingly resembling handbags in both size and design, these are solidifying their place as a new wallet style. Of course, a rush of standard long wallets is also being released. Whether you choose from an admired brand or get your hands on an up-and-coming designer's creation early, carefully consider the size, functionality, and design to find your destined wallet.
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New Wallets to Invite Happiness: The 2015 Trends—
Fits in a Clutch
MINI MINI SIZE
The standout of 2015 is the mini wallet that fits in the palm of your hand. It's a welcome addition for clutches and the increasingly miniaturized bags. We're focusing on designs that aren't just coin purses, but properly equipped with bill compartments and card slots.
Convenient Classics
BIG CAPACITY
Even the quintessential long wallet is designed for greater usability. With a bill compartment, a zippered coin pocket, and numerous card slots, it offers smart storage. For the classic long wallet, enjoy a wide variety of designs and colors.
Ultimate Portability
2WAY WALLET
The continuing trend of 2-way wallets, with their boxy silhouettes and top handles, is making them increasingly resemble handbags. Boasting ample storage and easy portability, they are sure to become your reliable companion.
Mini Wallets That Fit in a Clutch
The standout of 2015 is the mini wallet that fits in the palm of your hand. It's a welcome addition for clutches and the increasingly miniaturized bags. We're focusing on designs that aren't just coin purses, but properly equipped with bill compartments and card slots.
PRADA
Price | ¥52,920 (estimated)
Prada's envelope-style wallet, in a striking combination of orange and red, makes a statement. This mini wallet, reminiscent of an envelope, can also be used as a wristlet. The attached strap is detachable, allowing it to fit into smaller bags. The Saffiano leather, resistant to scratches, is ideal for a wallet that will see frequent use.
Dior
Price | ¥49,680
Dior Mania, Dior's new small leather collection, features the brand's new signature initial prominently in a vibrant contrast on the wallet's center. This mini zip, with card slots flanking the coin purse, is striking in its dazzling blue. Pay attention to the painted zipper pull, matching the signature.
FENDI
Price | ¥70,200
Meticulous stitching, crafted by artisans one by one. Fendi's 'Selleria' series, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship, welcomes a mini wallet with a beautiful color combination. This bi-fold wallet, in a spring-like peach and soft pink, also includes an interior zip coin case, proving its practical prowess. The soft calfskin leather fits comfortably in the hand.
SAINT LAURENT
Price | ¥77,760
Discover Saint Laurent's beautiful pink compact wallet. This tri-fold wallet, small enough to fit in a clutch, features Saint Laurent's iconic deep fuchsia color, a shade frequently used by Monsieur Yves Saint Laurent himself. The gold YSL logo further enhances its timeless appeal.
GIORGIO ARMANI
Price | ¥51,840
This elegant camel-colored card case embodies Giorgio Armani's vision of minimalist beauty. With a simple zip pocket, ticket holder, and eight card slots on the back, it's the epitome of simple design. Its ultra-slim profile allows it to be discreetly carried in coat or jacket pockets without adding bulk.
JIMMY CHOO
Price | ¥52,920 each
New colors, rose pink and cherry blossom, have arrived for Jimmy Choo's NEMO. Complementing the lovely pink leather, the signature star studs are also colorfully dyed. Though mini in size, it fits comfortably in the hand and offers ample storage with an exterior coin pocket and interior bill and card slots. Embrace a happy year with this sweet pink wallet.
Chloé
Price | ¥59,400 each
Chloé's ribbon motif, consistently a highlight each season, appears in various materials and designs. From the Leather Bow series, featuring ribbons crafted from leather and bar metal, we select this mini wallet. Despite its palm-sized, tri-fold design, it can hold bills and offers functional storage. The variety of expressions through different materials, such as color combinations and embossed finishes, is also appealing.
EMILIO PUCCI
Price | ¥43,200
Inspired by a 1970s archive, the new Zadig print features straight lines and a powerful design, showcasing a different facet of Pucci's charm. This round zip wallet with the Zadig print boasts excellent storage with an interior coin case and card slots. A colorful printed wallet is sure to brighten your mood just by being in your bag.
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN
Price | ¥48,600
The red sole, an indispensable element of Christian Louboutin, is a symbol of passion and a coveted detail for women worldwide. A new print collection featuring this iconic red sole has been launched. This bi-fold wallet, with its vibrant print, is lined in red leather. It makes a bold statement despite its small size.
VALEXTRA
Price | ¥47,520
Valextra's white leather is its most popular. The distinctive edging, finished with a special paint called Costa, adds a touch of sophistication to the wallet. This tri-fold money clip wallet features a two-part spring-loaded coin compartment, convenient for separating currencies. Start the new year with this pristine white wallet.
A Collection of Talented and Beautiful Brand Wallets
Even the quintessential long wallet is designed for greater usability. With a bill compartment, a zippered coin pocket, and numerous card slots, it offers smart storage. For the classic long wallet, enjoy a wide variety of designs and colors.
CHANEL
Price | ¥149,040
The Boy Chanel long wallet, inspired by the "ammunition bag" used by Gabrielle Chanel herself, is becoming a new staple from Chanel. The silver Chanel mark, designed as the Boy Chanel clasp, is placed on the front for a metallic accent. This boyish wallet, imbued with Chanel's spirit, is a must-see for fashionistas. The glossy lambskin in vivid blue promises to bring energy to the new year.
VALENTINO
Price | ¥85,320
New colors have been added to Valentino's hit Rockstud Collection, including this long wallet. The design, featuring gold studs on both sides of a vibrant yellow, is strikingly edgy. Its tri-fold design places a zippered compartment and billfold in the center, with card slots on two flaps, making it highly functional. Get this yellow wallet early to boost your luck in the new year.
BOTTEGA VENETA
Price | ¥89,640
Experience Bottega Veneta's exceptional craftsmanship with this round wallet featuring the brand's signature Intrecciato weave. Its unique design, incorporating hand-woven Intrecciato in parts, exudes sophistication. With eight card slots and a bill compartment, this wallet combines functionality and design, making it a unisex item suitable for both women and men.
PRADA
Price | ¥81,000 (estimated)
This floral wallet uses Prada's signature Saffiano calf leather. The royal blue flowers on a black base, with a matching blue lining, offer an elegant look. It comes with a detachable chain ID card holder, making it usable as a pass case.
Dior
Price | ¥83,160
The popular 2-tone color "Dior Mania" wallet creates a striking contrast with its vivid red exterior and lilac "CD" logo and lining. Despite its compact flap design, it features 12 card slots inside, prioritizing usability. Infuse your daily life with happiness with this wallet, exuding Dior's signature femininity.
GIORGIO ARMANI
Price | ¥108,000
Giorgio Armani presents an elegant, pale blue round zip wallet. Made from popular embossed calfskin, it features a detachable coin case, allowing adjustment of thickness based on bag size. The clasp, designed as a motif of the brand's logo, adds a sophisticated accent.
ANYA HINDMARCH
Price | ¥56,160
Anya Hindmarch's latest long wallet features a playful embossed eye graphic motif. This large round zip wallet has ample storage, including space for 12 cards and two bill compartments. Add a playful accent to your everyday style with this trendy wallet full of whimsy.
MARC JACOBS
Price | ¥71,280
The bi-color series, lined with a contrasting camel leather, welcomes a new green color. Made from high-quality smooth leather, this wallet features a 3/4 zip closure, a zippered coin pocket as a divider, two bill compartments, and four card slots on each side. Its simple design is enhanced by a unique color combination.
LONGCHAMP
Price | ¥35,000
For the busy businesswoman, Longchamp, the esteemed Parisian leather brand, offers this bi-color round zip wallet. With numerous card slots, bill and receipt compartments, and a coin pocket, its excellent storage and compact size make it convenient for daily use, as well as for business trips and travel. Crafted from black and blue cowhide, it adds a fashionable twist to a simple design.
GLOBE-TROTTER
Price | ¥50,760
Globe-Trotter, the British luxury brand that launched its accessory line beyond suitcases a year ago, presents this bi-color wallet. The ivory base is paired with navy leather straps and lining, creating a sophisticated, masculine color palette. Details like the trunk-motif zipper pull and clasp express Globe-Trotter's unique world.
SMYTHSON
Price | ¥73,440
Discover this round zip wallet from Smythson, the traditional British stationery brand favored by the Royal Family, crafted from crocodile-embossed calfskin. The new South Bank Green color for spring adds a touch of joy and sophistication to everyday life. Its iconic design, featuring numerous card and note slots, prioritizes functionality. Despite being leather, its exceptional lightness and slimness are also appealing.
2-Way Wallets That Can Also Be Used as Shoulder Bags
The popular 2-way wallet trend continues, with boxy silhouettes and top handles blurring the lines with handbags. Boasting ample storage and easy portability, they are sure to become your reliable companion.
GUCCI
Price | ¥104,760
From Gucci's Icon series, featuring the interlocking G logo, comes this wallet bag. The boxy silhouette is complemented by a thin leather strap, creating a charming mood. Among the five color variations, the yellow, said to bring financial luck, is a recommended choice. Its generous gussets include card slots and a zippered pocket.
SAINT LAURENT
Price | ¥135,000
This envelope-style clutch features the iconic YSL Cassandra logo at its center. The vibrant blue leather is adorned with quilting, and a gold chain strap adds a classic touch, further enhancing the logo's allure. Step into 2015 with this wallet bag, embodying timeless beauty.
DOLCE & GABBANA
Price | ¥129,600
Dolce & Gabbana's new creation, named a 'purse bag,' features a bold all-over leopard print. With both a chain strap and a top handle, it offers versatile styling options. Opening the snap-closure flap reveals a zip pocket and ample card slots, highlighting its functionality. For the start of the new year, a wallet with such a fresh approach is desired.
FENDI
Price | ¥124,200
Fendi's 'Tube' bag, in a subdued matte calfskin, exudes a sense of restraint. The brand's signature 'Double F' is prominently embroidered, with a subtle thin gold bar accenting the flap's edge. It is fully equipped with a zip pocket and card slots. The detachable delicate gold chain is perfect for glamorous occasions like parties.
TOM FORD
Price | ¥172,800
The 'Natalia,' with its prominent gold turn-lock, is a signature icon bag from Tom Ford. A new wallet with a strap has joined this collection. This elegant, box-shaped wallet can also be carried as a handbag with its leather strap. The cutting of the interior card slots is simply beautiful. Obtain this wallet bag that makes you feel sexy just by carrying it.
MIU MIU
Price | ¥102,600
Miu Miu's silver metallic leather, treated for a vintage feel, offers a unique charm. The curved quilting and large oval chain create a futuristic mood. The chain, equipped with a shoulder pad, is comfortable to use. Embrace a brilliant year with this shimmering metallic wallet.
JIMMY CHOO
Price | ¥116,640
The popular MILLA wallet from Jimmy Choo, adorned with iconic star studs, now features crystal stars. Small crystals interspersed among the large and small silver stars add a touch of feminine glamour. This soft goat leather wallet comes with a silver chain. With lucky star charms, 2015 is sure to be a wonderful year.
COACH
Price | ¥45,360
From Coach, we select this charming wallet featuring a nostalgic floral print on black leather. The iconic turn-lock and detachable ball chain are finished in an antique color, creating an utterly chic look. Despite its slim appearance, the zippered pocket, which expands like an accordion, provides exceptional storage capacity.