You might be surprised to know that the 14th-century wallets were used to be of the size of a rucksack. The size of the wallets had considerably decreased by the 19th century, but oddly people were using them to carry dried meat, victuals, and treasures, etc., along with their money. The early 1950s saw the introduction of modern wallets which also had slots for credit cards.
Times are changing and the trend of keeping currency in the wallet is decreasing. That’s why card holders are gaining popularity.
Card Holder
There isn’t a lot of difference between a wallet and a card holder. Simply, a wallet will have slots for cards, space for money and pocket for coins while a card holder is primarily used for holding cards and not much else.
Card holders are becoming increasingly popular nowadays. They are convenient to carry and easy to access from your pocket. They don’t have a lot of space, so they make us keep only important things.
A cardholder is often made from the same leather as a wallet, but a cardholder will be more durable because of its reduced size. You can check the WalletKing collections which are as slim and compact as possible for practicality and safety. Both Visconti Evan Card Holder and the Mala origin Concertina RFID Credit Card Holder are inexpensive and durable while the other items are also worth your time and money.
A card holder is not bulky, so it won’t affect your overall appearance and fit easily into your pockets. Additionally, you can easily find what you need without wasting your time.
The merit of a cardholder is its size but the same size can be a demerit as well. You may not be able to carry items you need day to day because it had limited space. It may even begin to bulge if you squeeze in all your loyalty cards along with your driving license and a photo of your spouse.
Wallet
Wallets can be very handy for those who have plenty of precious little things that they like to keep. With a wallet, they can store their coins and notes, and still have a lot of space for their cards.
You can buy a wallet to treat yourself or choose it as a beautiful gift for someone. The Exentri Wallet and the Greenbury Mini Wallet Vintage are both exquisite pieces which are both durable and economical.
A good wallet can add to your personality just like your dressing. It is the one accessory that we all use every day, therefore we should be careful to buy one that suits us.
However, there are some downsides to keeping a wallet as well. Unlike a card holder, a wallet is bulky, therefore it might take up a lot of space and give you an unflattering appearance. Additionally, the wear and tear are higher for a wallet than a card holder.
Conclusion
So which is better- a wallet or a cardholder? Frankly speaking, there is no definitive answer to this question. The choice between a wallet and a cardholder will surely depend on the particular event, your outfit and the type of person you are. Both have their merits and demerits, so it is up to you to decide which fulfills your needs the best.
Personally, wallets are down to personal preferences. I tried to switch to a slim or minimalist wallet and ended up having to go back to the good old trusty leather wallet as although the wallet was smaller it becomes harder to get access to my cards and I had to fold my cash. But last year I switched to a tri-fold which was compact but still retained some of the features I missed in the old wallet. Best of both worlds.