PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE RESPECTIVE BRANDS

Who knew that cardholders could double up as mini wallets with a simple addition of an extended front flap? That’s one factor unifying these five SLGs from Celine, Fauré Le Page, Fendi, Gucci and Louis Vuitton. The other, of course, is the fact that they all come dressed in their respective house monograms.

Not only does the extra flap help to keep your items neatly in place, but they also tend to be a bit more giving. In terms of a small compartment that will fit cash, coins and the like. So, going clockwise, let’s circle through five monogram flap cardholders you didn’t know you needed.

01 – Celine Card Holder Triomphe, SGD690
Secondly, the Card Holder Triomphe from Celine is another practical option. It packs four interior card slots and a simple main compartment for everything else. Need a little quick-access option? Flip it to the back and you will find an external slip pocket behind. CELINE

02 – Gucci GG Card Case Wallet, SGD730
Another piece that looks unassumingly simple from the front is Gucci’s GG Card Case Wallet. However, it opens to reveal compartments for cash, cards (five different slots) and a zipper compartment for coins. It’s one of the dressier options of the five, thanks to the green/red web detailing running down the middle. GUCCI

03 – Fendi Fabric Card Holder, SGD570
With a Baguette pocket in front and a cardholder at the back, this two-in-one design from Fendi is equal parts stylish and functional. A brown jacquard FF motif spices up the press-stud front of the Fabric Card Holder. While on the back, dark brown leather makes up the four-slot cardholder. FENDI

04 – Fauré Le Page Etendard Business Card Holder, SGD490
Finally, rounding up the lot is Fauré Le Page’s very own Etendard Business Card Holder. Crafted in a combination of Scale canvas and gained calfskin, this slim design houses two open slots. Each fits a couple of cards on either side. FAURÉ LE PAGE

05 – Louis Vuitton Rosalie Coin Purse, SGD620
Firstly, we meet Louis Vuitton’s Rosalie Coin Purse, whose simple name frankly belies its worth. Lift the flap and you will find a gusseted compartment, complete with card slots and a zip pocket. This one definitely scores high in terms of utility. LOUIS VUITTON

For more information, do visit the brands’ respective sites

PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE RESPECTIVE BRANDS