Outfit Narrative x Sartolane - The Essential Pocket Wallet
A wallet is something most people need, but they often don’t stop to think if it really meets all their needs. I care about what I wear and own, but I was one of those people for many years. I owned many different wallets throughout the years - some I liked more than others, but most of them were either too big, or too thick.
Around 10 years ago, a friend showed me his new wallet and told me, with a big smile on his face, “I got exactly what you want.” It was a very small and thin black leather wallet with a zipper - big enough to fit a few cards, some cash, and some coins. It was exactly what I had been looking for for years. It was made by one of the mainstream fashion brands, and I went and bought the same one the next day. I’ve been using that wallet ever since. The small logo faded away long ago, so I don’t even remember the brand anymore, but after around 10 years of use it wasn’t pretty to look at anymore. The cheap leather was worn, the stitching was starting to come apart, and overall it didn’t have much life left. I started looking for an alternative, but I couldn’t find anything similar anymore.
When I visited Sartolane’s new workshop in late 2024, Mateusz was showing me around and explaining their production. While we were talking about how they operate, the idea of making my own wallet popped into my head. What if I could remake my favorite wallet, change some details, choose a better leather, and create the “perfect wallet”? It seemed too good to be true, so I asked Mateusz if that would be possible and whether he would be interested in the project. A few minutes later we were already measuring my old wallet and discussing changes, updates, and possibilities.
Checking out Sartolane products with Mateusz
My old wallet being measured
And a few months later I had my first prototype. It was very cool to have my own wallet, but that wasn’t it yet. I wanted to make it as small and slim as possible, so it needed a few more adjustments. Three versions later, it became the final product: a wallet that is just a bit bigger than a credit card and just a bit thicker than an iPhone. It’s small enough to fit comfortably into any pocket without feeling bulky, even in jeans.
Top view
Side view
It measures 11 × 7.5 × 2 cm, but will slim down naturally as the leather softens with use. Despite its compact size, it’s very functional, with two card slots on each side (each can easily hold two cards if needed) and two compartments in the middle for folded banknotes and coins. I especially like this size because it perfectly fits into the chest pocket of most shirts and overshirts, which means I usually don’t have to carry it in my trousers.
Outfit Narrative logo embossed on one side.
Sartolane logo embossed on the other side.
The first version of the wallet comes in brown embossed croco leather because that’s the style I wanted for my wallet. It’s made from premium vegetable-tanned leather from Italy and finished with a high-quality Raccagni zipper.
The price is €125, and the numbers for this first run are extremely limited.
You can order it here.
related articles
Sartolane is a Polish brand focused on handcrafted leather belts, bags, and accessories made locally with a “buy less, buy better” philosophy. Here’s a closer look at their workshop, craftsmanship, and why their leather goods offer excellent value for money.