When we were young, every purchase we made was precluded by a loud ripping sound.  Why?  Because we had sweet velcro wallets, that’s why. From the time we realized that we could buy “whatever we wanted” with our own money, we never left the house without a wallet.  Of course, the velcro wallets have long since been retired, but along with keys and a cell phone, the wallet is still on the “must have” list whenever we walk out the door.  If you are still rocking the old school velcro, it is time to join the world of adults.  We recommend the Waterbuffalo Compact ID Wallet ($128) by Coach.

Coach has been making high quality leather goods since 1941, and while you might think they are just a company that makes purses, that is far from the case.  The Waterbuffalo Compact ID Wallet is everything you need in a wallet in a simple, classic, package.  Available in mahogany, or black, and made of supple water buffalo calf skin, the wallet has enough slots for all of your cards, six to be exact, and two fabric lined bill compartments.   Just like some of our other favorite pieces, the wallet is a simple, understated, piece that will last for years to come and look good doing it.