Most men used to prefer the reliable all-black or all-brown billfold wallet, unlike women who have to switch their bags and purses every time they change outfits. If you have been using the same time-worn canvas wallet since your college days, perhaps it’s time to think about getting a new one. After all, a wallet these days isn’t just a repository of old receipts, ATM records, cards, IDs, and wads of wrinkled bills. Men’s wallets, specifically men’s leather wallets, have become the purses and clutch bags of women—status symbols by which others judge not just your affluence but also your fashion sense, or lack thereof.

If you have no idea what to replace your tattered, old wallet with, always begin and end with leather. Here are a few suggestions. Some of them come with extremely steep price tags, others you can get for almost nothing at all. The only common factor among these is your newfound higher rank in the fortunately fluid social ladder.

1. Robe de Firenze Trifold Wallet.

A no-frills, no-fuss man (probably, like you are) would find Robe de Firenze’s soft but supple leather trifold wallet perfect for any occasion. Made of high-quality Italian brown calfskin leather, this wallet exudes understated elegance. Yet, it is also suitable for casual everyday encounters, such as a walk to the office in the morning or a coffee and cakes date with a lovely lady after lunch. Function is not compromised either, with 12 slots for credit cards and one bill compartment.

1. J. Fold Wallets

Over in the U.K., British men are obsessing over J. Fold’s collection of unique and colorful top-grain leather wallets that are definitely an entire world away from the traditional plain black, brown, and tan men’s leather wallets. Every year, J. Fold releases a new line of designer wallets for men tired of the old plain-color, almost uniform wallets everyone else has. Best-selling favorites are Jetstream JF, LoungeMaster, and JF Roadster.  

1. Paul Smith Naked Lady Billfold Wallet

Ever since British fashion designer Paul Smith launched a vibrant line of men’s leather wallets in the 1970s, people just couldn’t stop talking about this cheeky piece that features a pleasant retro-inspired surprise on the inside. Simple and inconspicuous on its black leather exterior, this wallet’s bold and brazen interior has an unclothed buxom beauty peering up at you on the inside. This is definitely the perfect conversation piece, but only when you’re out shooting pool with your buddies or perhaps with a daring date. Imagine the look on your lady boss’s face when you take out your wallet to pay for a lunch meeting.

1. Roots Slimfold Tribe Wallet

All gruff and scruff is what this tribal-inspired men’s wallet looks like, and it doesn’t end on the outside. It packs a total of nine credit card holders. Who cares if you only have a couple of credit cards? There’s a place for your men’s club exclusive card, gym membership card, video rental store card, and every other membership card that helps you survive the rest of your life. If you’re still worried all your cards will not fit in, this wallet comes with an additional flap that can house four more cards, four pockets, three ID windows, and two bill compartments.

1. Simon Carter Wallets

Quirky is one word that describes Simon Carter’s comic strip lined designer wallets. They are mostly made of rich brown and glossy black full-grain nappa leather on the outside, embossed with a bolder cinnamon stitch from time to time. Hidden inside these luxurious men’s leather wallets, though, are vintage comic strips designed by, who else, Simon Carter himself. Surely, humor and style can be combined.