Our wallets — loose change, plastic, and all — go everywhere with us. From the gym (hello, new year!) to the mall (obvs), they are used and abused, so they’ve got to be chic but practical. Here are our top twenty picks for the cutest wallets this season!
Under $25
Color Blocking
Color blocking is all about going bold, but a trendy or bold wallet may not be fitting as a long-term wallet. A neutral-toned wallet with colors like black and cream matches any purse or outfit so you can stay on top of current trends without losing longevity in style.
Turnlock Faux-Leather Wallet, $14.94 Old Navy
Geometric
The cutouts in this creative wallet will never bore you. Wallets may have a standard shape that has stood the test of time, but a unique feature is always welcome. The light tan accented with yellow makes for a personality-filled wallet, yet its simplicity still works for everyday accessorizing.
Ecote Geo Cutout Checkbook Wallet, $20 Urban Outfitters
Lined with Links
With ten different colors to choose from, there’s sure to be one that fits your taste. The quilted vegan leather gives it a high-end feel and the gold chain around the edges gives it a punk-chic flair, making it the perfect zip-around wallet for someone who’s looking to stay on trend with this season’s edgy look.
Urban Expressions Brooklyn Wallet, $23.99 eBags.com
All That Glitters
Dark metallics offer a stunning alternative to a typical leather wallet. With several different shades of gold on a single piece, it’s a wallet that will go well with whatever color purse you have — and gold accents add major glam to any ensemble.
Steve Madden Stud Wallet, $23.99 Macy’s
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Under $50
Exotic Textures
Varying textures? Check. Two-toned? Check. Unique shapes? Check. This wallet has all your bases covered so no matter the material or color of the handbag, the wallet is sure to match.
Stives Wallet, $25 Aldo
Zig-Zag
Channel your love for Missoni with this zip-around wallet! You wouldn’t think that blacks, blues, nudes, mustard yellows and reds would necessarily go together (really, all of that in one item?), but they merge seamlessly on this wallet to make an everyday piece that packs a punch in color and style.
Deux Lux Zigzag Checkbook Wallet, $42 Urban Outfitters
One Part Girly, One Part Grungy
Secretly, we all love a good hot pink from time to time (maybe). But because it can difficult to wear on a daily basis, the best way to incorporate it is through your accessories. Dusted with metallic detailing, it’s got a Barbie-goes-grunge feel, so you can be a little tough and a little girly at the same time.
Matt & Nat Stardust Large Storm Wallet, $48.34 Asos.com
The Boyfriend Wallet
Menswear-inspired pieces have become staples in every girl’s wardrobe, but if the boyfriend fit isn’t your favorite trend (yet you still want to be #trendy), take the look to your wallet. This quilted, rich eggplant leather gives the dark wallet a touch of femininity, especially because its folded shape is more typical of a man’s wallet than of a woman’s.
Juicy Couture Collection Leather Brogue French Purse, $48.40 Endless.com
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Under $75
Mine, Not Yours
For on-the-go collegiettes™, a coin pouch can be particularly convenient — it’s a keychain and cardholder all in one and is easy to throw in your backpack [http://www.hercampus.com/style/her-campus%E2%80%99s-20-favorite-fashiona…, take to the gym or carry in your going out purse [http://www.hercampus.com/style/it%E2%80%99s-bag-20-essential-going-out-p…. With cute, diva-inspired sayings such as “This is Mine, Not Yours” and “Drinks on Me,” they’re youthful and fun.
Rebecca Minkoff This Is Mine, Not Yours Cory Pouch, $55 Shopbop.com
First Class
Everybody knows you as the world traveler — you’re cultured and love visiting new places, so why not flaunt your passion? The worn-in leather and first-class stamps give the wallet a vintage feel, and subtle type font on the front reads, “wherever the wind takes you.” For free spirits only!
Vintage Re-Issue Zip Clutch, $60 Fossil
Nothing Fishy About This
The best thing about hinge wallets is that they double as going out clutches because they’re classy and sleek. This cream-colored wallet features a gold 3D fish on the front, giving it an air of royalty.
Love Moschino Portafogi Wallet $67.99 Zappos.com
Seeing Double
One hinge not enough for you? Try this double-hinge wallet, which is enough for your cash, your cards, your phone, your lip gloss… is there anything you can’t fit into this clutch? It’s the carryall of wallets so if you find that your current wallet always seems a little overstuffed, this is the one for you. Plus, aren’t we all suckers for leopard print? Hobo International ‘Lauren’ Double Frame Clutch, $73.90 Nordstrom
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Under $100
Cutting Corners
Think all wallets have to be rectangular? Think again! This hinge wallet, featuring rounded corners, is just as practical as your everyday wallet but offers an atypical oval shape. The worn leather with an embossed floral detail has a vintage-y flair that’ll leave everybody wondering where you found such a unique piece.
Patricia Nash Foggia Frame Wallet, $78, Dillard’s
Black & Gold
Gold leather applications give this traditional black wallet an upgrade, from the face to the zippers. An external pocket gives the wallet an extra function, whether it’s to hold lip gloss, gum, or extra change. With so many glam details, you’ll easily be able to find your wallet in the depths of your purse — can you really miss those gold tassels? Pring Wallet, $79 Yoox.com
Painted Perfection
Spring is coming, so pastels are in! Bring a little artistic influence into your life with this watercolor-inspired wallet Monet would approve of. Pretty enough to carry on its own and practical enough to put in your school bag, this hinge wallet is multifunctional — perfect for any multitasking collegiette.
Lodis Celestial Large Ballet Wallet, $86.99 Piperlime
Sleek & Shiny
Looking for a match-all black wallet, but bored with what you see? Opt for this shiny patent leather wallet, embossed with a logo reminiscent of classic East Coast prep. Plus, it’s a wallet that looks casual in any hobo purse but chic in your work satchel.
Rugby Ralph Lauren Embossed Patent Wallet, $98, Rugby Ralph Lauren
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$100 and Up
All The Trimmings
Warning: This wallet is made for only the girliest of girls! The pink-nude tone is feminine in color, and the delicate scallop-edge detail on the front of the wallet makes for an item you’d be proud to take to afternoon tea. The patent leather adds shine, making it a piece fit for any girly-girl.
See By Chloé Patent Zip Around Wallet, $220 Nordstrom
Colorful Shine
We use our wallets haphazardly sometimes (not just the credit cards inside them!) — they get thrown into bag after bag, are left on numerous counters or are carried everywhere. It’s inevitable that they’ll show some wear — but a cross-hatched leather lessens the impact of scratches. This season, Tory Burch’s wallets feature a plethora of fun, bright colors in addition to classic black and nudes, so this wallet serves every purpose, from fashion to practicality.
Tory Burch Robinson Continental Wallet, $225 Bloomingdale’s
Put A Bird On It
A gold hardware bird makes this black leather wallet a must-have — it’s girly but gritty, and suggests a free-spirited personality. An external flap pocket makes room for extra essentials for when you want to use this wallet as a clutch by night, so you can get double the use out of this piece!
Petal to the Metal Wallet, $230 Net-A-Porter.com
High Maintenance
Taking note of whether you’re naughty or nice isn’t just for the holiday season, and controlling your spending never got so easy! A studded external adds edge to an otherwise black zip-around, but the inside features are what you’re looking for in this wallet. Keep track of what you can splurge with and what you’re to spend responsibly with — if you can!
Naughty/Nice Wallet, $250 Rebecca Minkoff
Our wallets don’t change as often as our ensembles so they really have to represent our personal style. Whether you prefer a loud, bright color to show off your personality or you’re looking for simple, classic neutrals that have stood the test of time, the key to wallets is finding one that fits all your essentials. What does your wallet look like?