The popularity of several trends dictating contemporary American menswear — raw denim, Ivy-league sweaters, rugged military boots — is owed, in large part, to Japan, a country that excels at reinterpreting traditional garments and accessories from the West and returning them more refined.
One of these is the long wallet. Inspired by the underworld of 20th-century motorcycle clubs, and often adorned with leashes and chains, long wallets are resurfacing among a more urban audience that is neither punk nor biker, for two main reasons: though not as discreet as its slim counterpart, it keeps bills straight, accommodating different currencies or receipts at the same time, and also holds many cards — both perks for frequent travelers keeping track of several things on the fly. As for those who just can’t get over long wallets’ bulkiness, remember that breaking in a pair of raw denim to that perfect patina isn’t very comfy either, at least initially. But good style is hard earned.
Voyej Challenger Americana
Based in Indonesia, Voyej leather goods are made by local craftsmen from Yogyakarta, a longtime center of Javanese fabric and jewelry. The Challenger Americana wallet, constructed from vegetable-tanned cowhide leather, features 10 card slots, side-to-side hidden slots and two money slots, one with an expandable compartment.
