Wallets are such a ubiquitous, commonplace part of everyday carry that you might not even really think about them as a part of your loadout. But it’s kind of unfortunate that pocket knives get all the glory, considering how essential your wallet actually is and how much more often you likely use it.
That’s especially true now, a couple of years removed from when the minimalist cardholder wallet bubble burst. However, it appears that this particular category may be clawing its way back into relevance.
The latest proof comes from one of the best design-focused EDC brands on the market. It may come as no shock to those in the know, but The James Brand’s Lowe is, in a word, magnificent. And I should know, having gotten hands-on with it myself over the course of the last few weeks.
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Cardholder wallets are a dime a dozen. Go into any big box store, head over to the men’s accessories section and you’re sure to see dozens of options — although they’re likely going to be middling at best. Still, it takes a lot to stand out. And I’m here to say the Lowe does stand out.
One of the ways it stands out is by, well, not standing out. Perhaps that’s the wrong way to put it; it would be more accurate to say The Lowe embraces extreme minimalism.