Investing in luxury goods is a daunting task, but one’s first foray into the realm of top one per cent purchases often begins with a premium leather cardholder.
A perfectly sized object which elevates the aesthetics of your daily accoutrements tenfold, cardholders and wallets practically define the concept of quiet luxury. Never overly garish and always crafted from premium fabrics, these purses make brilliant gifts for both you and yours.
In a world where so many of us only require our smartphones to leave the house with, others prefer to embrace more traditional means of carrying cash – and nothing feels more vintage and glamorous than slipping out a high-end cardholder when footing the bill.
Timeless style realised in durable, heirloom materials, luxury cardholders can be kept forever. When purchasing from a luxury fashion house, you’re also purchasing a care guarantee that lasts for as long as two years after your purchase, and oftentimes longer.
While the only luxury brand we’ve come across to offer an in-writing lifetime guarantee is Bottega Veneta (now that’s proof of an investment in quality), many others offer repair services so long as you can authenticate your purchase.
There’s something so chic about carrying your ID and credit cards in a sleek and sophisticated designer cardholder over a traditional wallet.
Far less bulky and particularly useful in the new cashless society many of us operate in, we’ve curated a selection of the best premium cardholders from high-end designers. Keep scrolling to dive in.
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Bottega Veneta Cassette Intrecciato Leather Cardholder
Though Bottega Veneta indeed designs products made for life, they also offer unlimited complimentary refreshes and repairs for all luxury goods – a move which reflects an investment in quality, care and respect for customers.
Though the luxury fashion house offers an array of cardholders both in the modern chunky intrecciato weave and the classic intrecciato slim weave, we’re partial to this bright green contemporary option which features three card slots, a slip pocket and a zipped compartment.
Buy now £410.00, Net-A-Porter
Goyard Saint Sulpice Black Card Holder
For unadulterated indulgence, look no further than the iconic Goyard Saint Sulpice cardholder in black. If you’re not quite in the mood for queuing outside one of Goyard’s very few global stores, simply add this number to your virtual basket.
Buy now £440.00, KickGame
Loewe Six-Card Leather Coin and Cardholder
We adore the subtle pastel hues of this calming leather coin and cardholder from Loewe’s most recent accessory line. Crafted from 100 per cent leather, it features slots of six cards, a branded outer pocket and an inner zipped coin slot. The 175 years of luxury artisanal leather craftsmanship certainly shows.
Buy now £375.00, Selfridges
Anya Brands Coca Cola Zip Card
Part of Anya Hindmarch’s limited edition collection which is inspired by great British and global brands, some older pieces from this wildly popular series have already taken up permanent residence at the V&A.
Perfect for those partial to a can of everyone’s favourite fizzy drink, this cardholder is made from shiny capra leather with a soft nappa lining. It holds up to four cards and has an additional internal zipped pocket.
Buy now £275.00, Anya Hindmarch
Louis Vuitton Pocket Organiser
Though it may sound strange, it’s actually very rare to come across a luxury cardholder that is specifically designed to open like a book. Nevertheless, this happens to be Louis Vuitton’s speciality. Bright and bohemian, this option strays from the traditional LV monogram with a neon orange checkerboard design. With three card slots, five inside pockets, one outside pocket and no fiddly zips – this sleek organiser is certainly worth the investment.
Buy now £345.00, Louis Vuitton
Gucci Horsebit 1955 Small Leather-Trimmed Printed Coated-Canvas Cardholder
For those who value the sleek simplicity of cardholders, but don’t enjoy the fact that the card slots are often exposed, this Gucci ‘1955’ Horsebit purse is for you. Crafted in Italy from supreme coated canvas and trimmed with sumptuous leather, this understated option features zipped inside pockets and one framed outer pocket for your ID.
Buy now £385.00, Net-A-Porter
Hermes Customisable Calvi Card Holder
We simply adore the customisable nature of the Calvi cardholder by Hermes. Firstly, you’ll have to choose between Swift calfskin (which has a sumptuously smooth finish) and Epsom calfskin which has a slightly more pronounced texture. Then, you’ll be able to determine your colour of choice for the inner and outer lining from a range of 16 different options. A final personal touch can be added in the form of initials, a special Hermes symbol, or a date – which will be stamped onto the leather by saddle-leather artisans.
Buy now £330.00, Hermes
Prada Saffiano Leather Card Holder
With gradient hues reminiscent of a desert sunset, the Prada Saffiano cardholder is the perfect accessory for warmer weather. We adore how this option defies the traditional design of cardholders, which tends to consist of regular 90-degree angles. Its curved lines subtly obscure a practical set of six card slots – three on either side.
Buy now £320.00, Prada
Cartier Guirlande de Cartier Leather Card Holder
Lovers of all things Cartier know that half of the fun of owning a spectacular piece of jewellery from the brand is the luxurious red leather box that it arrives in. Thankfully, Cartier understands the icon status of its packaging and has thus produced this beautifully bright red cardholder for enthusiasts to enjoy on the daily, featuring the instantly recognisable golden garland motif.
Buy now £250.00, Selfridges
Chloe Marcie leather card holder
In case you haven’t heard, space-age metallics are in. We’re thankful that Chloe has answered our cardholder prayers with the sleek and shiny Marcie leather cardholder. Featuring two exterior card slots at the front and back, a central slip pocket, debossed branding and a plaque at the front – you simply can’t go wrong by adding this to your collection.
Buy now £26.00, Selfridges
Burberry Rocking Horse Wallet
Taking artisanal saddle leather rather literally, Burberry has re-defined the look of its cardholders with this purse which was inspired by childhood rocking horses. We’re huge fans of the lowercase ‘b’ closure which is formed by a singular hoop and vertical line shape overlapping one another.
This innovative purse opens to reveal four card slots, a handy note compartment and an interior slip pocket. Crafted with Italian-woven wool, brushed metal hardware, hand-painted edges and 100 per cent lambskin, the Rocking Horse Wallet defines luxury.
Buy now £590.00, Burberry
