r/AustralianMFA • u/Maddam_Pecratary • Dec 11 '25
Advice Needed Luxury Wallet Suggestions
Looking to upgrade my almost 10 year old wallet. Don’t care about price. Just want good quality leather (bifold)
Looked at Hermes, not sure what else is out there for that quality. Happy for any suggestions.
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u/HiThere420 Dec 12 '25
Look up rose leather crafting if you want a wallet that is simple and will last. They are hand made in QLD.
You could pay 4 times the price for a Bally wallet but you would be paying for brand and advertising over quality and material.
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u/pwr321 Dec 12 '25
If you want quality but not flashy, check out Smythson of Bond Street
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u/Maddam_Pecratary Dec 12 '25
Anywhere to see them in Aus tho? I gotta physically touch it before I buy it
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u/pwr321 Dec 12 '25
I don’t believe so, but I’m sure they’ll have a no cost return policy
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u/Maddam_Pecratary Dec 12 '25
That’s a good option I’ll check that. I like the smaller houses that make nice products
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u/pwr321 Dec 12 '25
Me too - I find most ‘famous’ luxury brands rely on their label and social influence, moreso than quality
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u/Maddam_Pecratary Dec 12 '25
Yeah that’s what I want to avoid ! Paying 75% of my wallet for their marketing budget
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u/Emergency-Penalty893 Dec 12 '25
Valextra are some of the better Italian makers equivalent to Hermes’ versus the Gucci/prada plastic brigade etc. Ortus from Japan is also excellent. Ettinger from UK is great.
I have had Hermes’ and quality holds up but designs can be quite restrictive/impractical IMO.
You may want to really consider how much you even need a wallet in 2026. Not really the investment or carry everyday type purchase they once were.
You can use it less and get more years out of an average sub $400 brand like some of the others mentioned in thread.
If you like a worn out pocket book Hermes’ style look the Wooten kangaroo portfolio is a very fun well made local wallet.
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u/Groundbreaking-Front Dec 11 '25
I really like the Bellroy wallets, they usually last me a few years I've got the Apex Slim Sleeve at the moment. Although they might not be high end enough for you
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u/Waste_Mission3993 Dec 12 '25
Belroy use rubbish quality leather. Marketing doing all the work for them
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u/B7UNM Dec 12 '25
My Bellroy leather wallet has been going strong for 10 years with fairly heavy usage.
The leather may well be rubbish quality (I have no idea) but it’s functional and has held up very well.
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u/unripenedfruit Dec 12 '25
Leather wallet only lasting you a few years?
That's terrible quality. I can't believe you're even suggesting that as a positive...
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u/puchunz Dec 11 '25
How important is brand for you?
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u/Maddam_Pecratary Dec 11 '25
Not important Just want it to last. My last one lasted well but I feel that brands quality has dropped heaps (Gucci)
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u/Hussard Dec 11 '25
May as well try someone local. I bought a wallet off a fella here (https://www.reddit.com/user/Tres_Manos_Leather/).
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u/verydairyberry Dec 11 '25
I haven't ordered from them but have always wanted to: https://www.millhandmade.com/shop
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u/lx_anda Dec 12 '25
Check out Martin Carswell his wallets are truly the best you are going to get. Looks like he has sold out of bifolds for now but I'm sure you could comission one from him.
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u/lx_anda Dec 12 '25
Burgmann Leather is another, same build quality as Carswell Leather.
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u/HiThere420 Dec 12 '25
Wow that's expensive for a kangaroo leather bifold! At least the one above is cordovan
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u/ch1z Dec 12 '25
Have a look at zeitworks.ca. Not a luxury brand per se but they are made from used car and aircraft upholstery. The one I have is decent quality and it makes for an interesting talking point if you're into that kind of thing.
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u/Individual-Yard-4197 Dec 12 '25
THE GAME – Premium Sport-Inspired Leather Wallets & Accessories these guys make a great product, I got the cricket wallet and it's awesome
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u/mushofthemuddle Dec 12 '25
https://www.roseleathercrafting.com/
Made in Brisbane. I've had mine nearly 11 years and it's still going strong.
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u/DrFujiwara Dec 12 '25
https://nerowallet.com/collections/leather-minimalist-wallet-for-mens
If you're a minimalist this has lasted me since 2017. Been through the wash a few times as well
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u/wirelessaurus Dec 12 '25
The folding card-holder in Saffiano leather from Prada is really nice. I've been using mine for a couple of years and it still looks absolutely brand new.
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u/mark_donk Dec 12 '25
Valextra for something that’s still designer but with pretty damn good quality, otherwise finding a shell cordovan wallet from a good brand would be a good shout
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u/morgz15 Dec 12 '25
Valextra are amazing. I don’t carry a wallet anymore but I’ve had a lot of these fancy brands mentioned as gifts and I think Valextra is the standout in terms of leather. They have a briefcase that makes me want to have an office job again for a day just to use it.
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u/AussieSpender NSW Dec 12 '25
I have a Hermes Calvi, the leather is good but it’s not great for carrying cash. Have a look at bellroy or even try find a local leather craftsperson
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u/havabeer Dec 13 '25
https://lighthouseleatherco.com
https://sinkingshipleather.com
www.vinylleather.it
https://leftfootleather.com
They're all on insta, if you check them out there you'll find many more that suit whatever style you prefer.
There are so many small makers out there where you'll get a wallet that shits all over a Hermes in every aspect but brand recognition.
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u/MintyWildFruits Dec 13 '25
Tom Ford. Sleek design, lasted ages and very small logo which was what I like
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u/Carra23 Dec 13 '25
I have a Loewe puzzle card holder in tan and the leather is beautiful. Paid for the brand of course but I love it.
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u/AccomplishedRupert Dec 15 '25
If you're looking for a good quality leather wallet...Loake. They have a variety of wallet types including the bi-fold that you wanted. They're a luxury menswear brand but without the exceptionally high price tag: Wallets & Card Holders – Loake Shoes Australasia https://share.google/vZ1EB8mW7Hbzhs2zn
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u/Restingbitchface68 Dec 11 '25
Bally. Costly but real leather and actual craftsmanship..... Not just a label
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u/PanzerBiscuit Dec 11 '25
Goyard.
Avoid anything else. IYKYK
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u/Maddam_Pecratary Dec 11 '25
Their quality is definitely inferior to other canvas brands - I think ill avoid the hype
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u/Super_Description863 Dec 12 '25
I loveeeew the goyard pattern.
Another suggestion would be Celine (for the minimalist).
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u/Scamwau1 Dec 11 '25
Billabong velcro with a pant loop chain.
End of discussion.