Ideal Bite

Want a wallet that doesn't look like Bull?

Submitted by tmeronek on Fri, 10/24/2008 - 2:49am.

The Bite:

Rather than grin and Bear it, opt for a new eco wallets - made with materials such as recycled leather, they're now lining Biter pockets everywhere.

The Benefits:

Style you'll be Dow Jonesing for.
Investing in a greener future. These wallets save landfill space by incorporating materials like recycled plastic and even, um, rice bags.

Personally Speaking:

Toshio's DB Clay wallet garners him compliments all the time. He just wishes it were a little more stuffed.

Wanna Try:

DB Clay - made from tope (a green alternative to leather and toxic plastics), with embossing or retro images ($48).
Ashley Watson - for the ladies; made from reclaimed leather, with a knot or button closure ($120).
Dean Accessories - vintage leather jackets-turned-wallets ($40).
Vy & Elle Vyfold Wallet - recycled-billboard wallet with plenty of pockets for coins, biz cards, and more ($28).
Jimi - recycled, hard-plastic case (kinda like a money clip) that goes in your front pocket, purse, or on your key chain ($15).
Keen Marshall - constructed from surprisingly durable recycled rice bags ($10).