Compact wallets are perfect for grown-up men. Here are three reasons why men are increasingly graduating from long wallets.
HushTug Editorial Department
Many adult men have probably used a long wallet.
・Adult-like
·cool
Many people have the image that long wallets are too bulky and have always been one of the most popular wallets for men, but in recent years it seems that many men are switching to compact wallets.
Just as our belongings change with the times, perhaps wallets, an essential item, are also at a turning point.
Many people choose compact wallets as their main wallets
Once again, my name is Nakajima and I am the manager of the Ikebukuro store of the leather brand HushTug.
I usually talk to a lot of customers at the store, and one of the most common questions is
"Looking for a compact wallet"
This is the customer.
Approximately 70% of customers who have purchased wallets from our brand choose compact wallets, with only a minority choosing long wallets.
Why are so many people choosing compact wallets over long wallets?
People who have taken for granted that they use long wallets
"If only I'd known sooner...!"
There may be a reason to regret it.
Three reasons to graduate from a long wallet and choose a compact one
Based on these questions, we have compiled the top three reasons why customers who have actually visited our store choose to graduate from their long wallets and choose compact wallets.
① Cashless transactions have become more common, so I'm using less cash.
First of all, the recent increase in cashless payments seems to be having an impact.
If cashless payment methods are available, many people choose them, and only use cash they have on hand as a backup when cashless payment methods are not available.
Long wallets are generally more expensive than compact wallets, so it's understandable that people might feel that it's not worth spending money on something they don't use very often .
② My image of long wallets has changed
This may be due to the increase in cashless payments, but it seems that fewer people have a positive impression of long wallets than before.
For example, in the past, people often used cash, so long wallets that looked good when paying were popular, but now some people think that paying with cash takes time and is not smart .
In addition, the "impression from women" plays a large role in determining the trends of these items.
For women who are increasingly using cashless payment methods, men's long wallets may no longer be particularly attractive items.
3. Its thinness and small size match modern clothing and belongings.
Next, let's move beyond wallets and payments and take a look at modern clothing and belongings.
First of all, minimalist ideas (living with only the bare necessities) have become more common than before, and in recent years, many men are carrying small bags such as sacoche bags and body bags.
That is, compared to before
・I want to go out easily without carrying unnecessary things.
・I want to carry a bag as part of my outfit without it interfering with my outfit.
I guess that's what many people think.
As bags become smaller and more people are reducing waste and enjoying easy outings, it seems that there is a demand in today's world for compact wallets to be carried in bags.
The only drawback to choosing a compact wallet
The only drawback to choosing a compact wallet is that it lacks a sense of luxury .
It seems that by making the body smaller, it is difficult to express individuality in the design, and many designs end up being too casual because they are too focused on being thin and lightweight.
It is already small and less luxurious and formal than a long wallet, so if you are particular about the design, it is recommended that you choose one made of genuine leather.
Especially when you consider that a wallet will be used for both work and personal use, genuine leather is preferable to nylon, which lacks a luxurious feel, or synthetic leather, which deteriorates quickly and easily falls apart and peels.
What's your recommendation for a luxurious genuine leather compact wallet?
Actually, it's a money clip from a leather brand called HushTug, where I am the store manager.
It's becoming quite popular as a compact wallet for men these days.
The brand began selling in 2019, and already has over 2,000 reviews on its online store, with its money clips receiving a high average review score of 5.0/5.0 .
One thing that many people highly praise is its "high cost performance."
Normally, products are produced in factories and then go through several companies before reaching customers, but HushTug manages everything from production to sales in-house, allowing us to offer genuine leather at affordable prices.
What's more, it comes with peace of mind support that allows you to return or exchange the product free of charge for any reason within one month of purchase, no matter how much you use it .
HushTug products are not sold in department stores or shops, so they can only be purchased online.
・I want to try a compact wallet, but I'm not sure if it will suit me...
・I'm worried about buying online because the product might be different from what I imagined.
For those people, we would like to reiterate that "returns and exchanges are free for any reason and no matter how much you use the product, within 30 days."
If returns are free, you will never lose out, so if you are considering buying a new wallet, be sure to give it a try.
