It doesn’t matter if you’re carrying a small crossbody bag or an oversized tote—you’ll always want to have one of the best designer wallets stowed inside your everyday bag. “You do need a place for all your credit cards and IDs—so you might as well buy something you know you'll have forever," Harper's BAZAAR US senior fashion editor Tara Gonzalez says.
The best designer wallets take the craftsmanship of a designer tote or shoulder bag and shrink it down to fit just the essentials, with practical details like zip pouches and plentiful card slots. Versions worth investing in are equal parts functional and chic, a balance that most designers have down to a science. If you’re a minimalist, go for a streamlined zip style crafted from neutral leather. If you’re a more adventurous dresser, embrace the patterns, textures, and colours you love in your ready-to-wear. Don’t be afraid to try an unexpected shade or a zany pattern: "People get hung up on having a very simple classic wallet, but it's something you're carrying in your bag,” Gonzalez notes. “It's the perfect place to have some fun and maybe go more bold or colourful than you usually would."
From Chanel's latest chain wallets to minimalist leather options by Cuyana or Bottega Veneta, shop the 11 best designer wallets for women ahead.
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BEST DEBOSSED WALLET
Loewe Repeat Debossed Wallet
You'll catch yourself picking up every tab at dinner if only to show off Loewe's latest wallet, coated in its debossed anagram logo. It's just as functional as it is compliment-worthy, thanks to its bi-fold design with eight card slots and a receipt pocket.
Dimensions: D 3cm x H 8.9cm x W 10.9cm
Colour: Cream
Photo: Chanel
BEST CHAIN-STRAP WALLET
Chanel Wallet on Chain
Chanel's wallets are an eternal favourite among BAZAAR editors. The wallet on chain design has the same thoughtful functionality of a designer crossbody bag with dedicated slots for storing cards, cash, and even a few beauty minis. The quilted leather and gold embellishments are absolutely timeless.
Dimensions: W 12.4cm × H 18.8cm × D 4.6cm
Colour: Black
Photo: Gucci
BEST PRINTED WALLET
Gucci GG Marmont Card Case Wallet
The heritage GG canvas and leather trim make this an instant, unforgettable hit. If you're a student of Gucci's rich history, this case wallet has all the archival details you could dream of in one small package—cheerily reinvented with a pretty salmon leather and the option to emboss it with your initials.
Dimensions: W 10.9cm x H 8.4cm x D 3.3cm
Colours: Pink, black, white
Photo: Dior
BEST CHARM WALLET
Dior Saddle Lotus Wallet
Whether it's in the houses's signature jacquard fabric or a creamy leather, Dior's best wallet features the brand's iconic asymmetrical flap and logo hardware charm. It also boasts four card slots, two patch pockets, a bill holder, and a zipped pocket for maximized practicality. If you've always wanted a Dior Saddle Bag, this wallet is basically a tiny, compact version.
Dimensions: W 10.2cm x H 8.9cm x D 2.5cm
Colours: Blue, grey
Photo: Farfetch
BEST CROSSBODY WALLET
Tory Burch Miller Phone Crossbody Bag
When all you need is one small accessory to carry your phone and credit cards, Tory Burch's Miller leather crossbody will fit the bills—literally—and more. Credit cards and IDs will be kept safe in the two interior card pockets.
Dimensions: W 11.9cm x H 18cm x D 4.1cm
Colour: Black
Photo: Polene
BEST WALLET WITH AN ADJUSTABLE STRAP
Polène Numéro Sept Crossbody Wallet
Tiny design, major addition to your accessories lineup. Polène's dainty bi-fold wallet opens to reveal several card slots, a zippered pouch, and a dedicated cash pocket. The cool brass hardware complements a matching Polène bag or a set of the label's new jewellery (or both). If you love it so much that you want to take it on your 2024 travels, a removable strap allows you to carry this wallet as a small crossbody bag.
Dimensions: W 12cm X H 12cm X D 1.5cm
Colourways: Chalk, camel, and more
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BEST WALLET FOR STAYING ORGANISED
Cuyana Duo Zip Wallet
Never lose track of your most precious essentials again. Cuyana's wallet comes with eight card slots, two bill slots, and a detachable zippered pouch, so all cards, cash, and keys have a rightful place.
Colours: Olive, black, cappuccino
Dimensions: W 21.8cm x H 12.7cm
Photo: Clare V.
BEST MINI WALLET
Clare V. Petit Zip Wallet
Some of the best wallets come in chic, compact package. Clare V.'s mini wallet unzips to reveal six card slots and a full-size bill pocket. It's just big enough for your daily commuting necessities, but not so vast that you'll be weighed down by half-used punch cards and expired gift certificates.
Dimensions: W 11.2cm x H 9.5cm
Colours: Black stripe, checkerboard, tan stripe, and more
Photo: Strathberry
BEST LARGE WALLET
Strathberry Large Melville Street Wallet
This Strathberry wallet fits everything and then some. The signature music bar clasp opens to reveal eight card slots, two flat pockets, and a zippered pouch. Whether you stow it in a larger travel bag or carry it as a clutch, it will keep all your cards, documents, and notes in place.
Dimensions: W 19cm x H 10.4cm
Colourways: Grey, black, tan, chestnut, olive, bottle green
Photo: Bottega Veneta
BEST WOVEN WALLET
Bottega Veneta Medium Cassette Bi-Fold Zip Wallet
This style from Bottega Veneta features the house's signature weave—and it's the perfect cross between a cardholder and a zipper wallet for anyone who can't make up their mind.
Dimensions: W 14.5cm x H 8.9cm x D 2cm
Colourways: Deep Pacific, Emerald Green, Camomile, Oyster, Taupe Grey, Teal Washed, Inkwell
Photo: Prada
BEST TRAVEL WALLET
Prada Saffiano Leather Passport Holder
No more rummaging through your bag for your passport. This pick is perfect for the person who's constantly racking up frequent flier miles. In addition to three slots for your most-used credit cards, there are also three document pockets for your passport and other travel essentials. That sleek Prada logo embellishment brings the whole piece together.
Dimensions: W 9 cm x H 14cm
Colourways: Black
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This article originally appeared in Harper’s BAZAAR US.